Teaching Specialist (Grades 4-8)

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : KHAN LAB SCHOOL

In 2012, Sal Khan wrote The One World Schoolhouse which outlines how modern education developed and how Khan Academy came to be. The book outlines a vision for the future of both in-person and online education, given the tools we have and the need to participate in the knowledge economy. In 2014, he founded Khan Lab School to test and refine these ideas in an actual school setting.

A decade later, the first affiliate school, KLS Wichita, was opened in Kansas. Khan Lab School : Wichita is an independent school located at the Learning Lab in downtown Wichita, KS.

ABOUT THE POSITION

This role requires a teacher with a clear understanding of mastery-based learning in the context of an educational experience. This teacher collaborates with the Wichita School Director and faculty to deliver a rigorous, mastery-based curriculum, facilitate active learning experiences aligned with the KLS Wichita vision, and guide students in their social and emotional development. Additionally, this position entails contributing to the broader life of the school through participation in school activities and events, as well as involvement in school admissions and faculty and staff meetings.

SPECIFIC JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Academic Duties :

• Teach a minimum of 20 hours per week of elementary and middle school level courses, as assigned by the School Director, making efficient use of existing materials and tools.
• Clearly outline and document the course curriculum, including the syllabus, all assignments, and assessments.
• Use internal materials and external resources such as Khan Academy, when applicable.
• Lead advisory sessions for a group of students, focusing on academic progress, extracurricular and college goals, and daily practices in mindfulness, character development, and executive functioning skills.
• Maintain regular communication with students, families, teachers, and other professionals about student progress and submit progress reports by the due date at the end of each term. Prepare students to participate in student-led parent-teacher conferences.
• Other related job duties, as assigned.

Teaching & Vision Alignment :

Contribution to KLS Wichita :

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, & EXPERIENCE FOR THE ROLE

PHYSICAL WORK REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION

WHAT WE OFFER

Khan Lab School is a community of learners and partners that has a deep commitment to its work. We get things done and believe that in our highly collaborative environment, anything is possible. All our decisions are made through the lens of what is best for our students. We tackle tough questions without ego, are results-oriented, and have high expectations for school and our students.

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply, please submit the following :

JOB DETAILS & BENEFITS

Khan Lab School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices), marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disabilities, medical conditions (including medical history or genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws or regulations.