2026-27 Associate Teacher

”Day in the life” responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Curriculum Development and Instruction

• In collaboration with grade level team, plan and execute a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum that assesses students’ progress
• Support the collection of data to inform instructional decisions
• Lead small-group instruction in partnership with Lead Teacher(s)
• Perform clerical duties, as needed, that serve to advance student learning
• Demonstrate passion for pedagogy

Commitment to School and Classroom Culture

• Work collaboratively with your school team and those across KIPP Nashville
• Help maintain school-wide culture that best fits the needs of our students, teachers and families
• Attend and participate in all staff meetings and communicate openly with staff
• Develop positive rapport with students
• Create and foster a positive and calm learning environment
• Enforce, uphold, and exhibit school’s values, student management policies and culture

Family Engagement

• Establish and maintain strong communication lines with all parents and share progress
• Be available for open houses, parent teacher conferences and other events involving parents
• Make oneself available to students, parents and other staff members

Growth Mindset

• Demonstrate commitment to professional growth as a teacher
• Pursue challenging professional goals
• Willing to offer support and receive constructive feedback from colleagues in order to create a professional working atmosphere that is conducive to change and improvement
• Participate in school-wide and individual professional development, including pre-service training over the summer and weekly during the academic year (held during school hours)