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8th Grade Math Teacher

Position Summary

Kairos Academies is seeking a hardworking, culture-building, student-focused, data-driven 8th Grade Math Teacher to deliver exceptional instruction. At Kairos, all teachers are leaders—you’ll not only teach your content area but also take on whole-school service roles that shape our culture, strengthen student development, and deepen connections with families and the broader community.

Key Responsibilities

Rigorous Instruction & Curriculum

Adapt and implement a standards-aligned curriculum
Design engaging lessons, unit plans, rubrics, and assessment

Data-Driven Practice

Analyze Gradient, NWEA, EOC, and internal assessments to inform instruction
Monitor student growth and differentiate supports accordingly

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

Culture & Classroom Management

Cultivate a high-expectations, equitable classroom environment for up to 25 students
Build trusting relationships with students, families, and colleagues

Whole School Leadership

Serve in one of our “whole-school service” roles (e.g., Grade-Level Lead, STEM Lead, Tutoring Lead, SEL Lead) to drive school wide initiatives and reinforce our values

Driver Goals

EOC Proficiency: 60% of students meet or exceed Math EOC proficiency benchmarks.
NWEA Growth: 70% of students demonstrate expected or above-expected growth.
Mentoring Participation: 75% of students meet coaching engagement and reflection benchmarks.
On-Track Gradient Classes: 85% of students maintain on-track progress in math competency and mastery pacing.

Our Promise

Kairos Academies has been recognized by Forbes, Education Week, and NBC Today for reimagining 21st-century education—replacing passive lectures with hands-on projects and “behavior managers” with 1:1 executive-functioning mentors. We develop self-governing citizens ready to lead themselves and their communities.

This Job Isn't for You If You Won't...

Go above & beyond to do what’s best for students
Proactively seek feedback and refine your practice
Embrace rapid change and continuous improvement
Engage in healthy debate and constructive feedback

Qualifications

Degree: Bachelor’s required; Master’s preferred
Certification: Valid Missouri math certification (or willingness to certify ASAP)
Experience: 3+ years of high school math teaching preferred
Skills: Strong content mastery; proven ability to use data to drive instruction
Other: Eligible to work for any employer in the U.S; pass criminal background check

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