9th & 10th Grade College & Career Teacher

Rigorous Instruction & Curriculum

Teach four sections of 9th-grade and two sections of 10th-grade Next Prep, implementing the provided curriculum with 100% fidelity.

Complete and submit lesson internalizations for every unit and communicate pacing or content concerns to the Next Prep team.

Data-Driven Practice

Maintain up-to-date student data and grades; use these to monitor progress and differentiate supports.

Mentoring

• Facilitate student Circle once a week, as well as participate in all staff Circle once a week.
• Monitor your mentor group’s academic and behavior progress and provide support students in setting and reaching ambitious academic and character development goals.
• Provide guidance and support on students’ self-discovery work.
• Serve as a direct point-of-contact for Kairos families to communicate school-wide information.

Experiential Learning & Logistics

• Coordinate and chaperone Next Prep employer site visits and professional-skills simulations.
• Attend all Next Prep professional development and weekly planning meetings with the Next Prep team.

Whole School Leadership

• Serve in a schoolwide service role (e.g., Grade-Level Lead, Tutoring Lead) to reinforce Kairos values and support cross-departmental initiatives.

Driver Goals

• 100% Curriculum Fidelity: Ensure every lesson is delivered as designed.
• Student Pathway Clarity: 90% of students articulate a clear postsecondary goal by year’s end.
• Employer Engagement: Coordinate at least 3 authentic site visits per grade level.
• Family Partnership: 85% family outreach completion for progress discussions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s preferred)
• At least 2 years of teaching experience in Title I schools
• Experience working with diverse age groups and skill levels
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong organizational skills
• Background check clearance; reliable attendance (within PTO allotment)
• Eligible to work for any employer in the U.S.

Technology & Safety

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, student information systems, and digital platforms
• Commitment to school safety protocols and emergency procedures

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $60,000
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off & wellness reimbursement
• Professional development & certification reimbursement
• School tuition assistance

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 7:40 AM–3:30 PM (occasional evenings/weekends)

On-site role at Kairos Academies in St. Louis, MO