High School Geometry Teacher

High School Geometry Teacher 

Location: St. Louis, MO 63118

Department: Schools / Academics

Reports To: School Leader

Classification: Full-Time / Exempt

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Annual Salary Range (Teacher First Compensation Model):

• Professional: $60,000
• Advanced: $70,000
• Exemplary: $80,000
• (Salary band determined through Kairos’ Teacher First Compensation performance framework.)
• Plus a $1,500 signing bonus for the 2025-26 school year.

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Position Summary

The High School Geometry Teacher at Kairos Academies is a mission-driven educator who brings mathematics to life through rigorous, hands-on learning. This role combines content expertise with the Kairos instructional approach—empowering students to think critically, solve problems creatively, and grow as self-directed learners.

At Kairos, all teachers are leaders. Beyond instruction, Geometry teachers model our values of Love, Excellence, Agency, and Diversity while contributing to the culture and systems that make Kairos a place where every student can thrive. Teachers are expected to coach, collaborate, and reflect to ensure students achieve measurable academic and personal growth.

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Core Responsibilities

Instructional Excellence

• Design and implement engaging, standards-aligned Geometry lessons that develop conceptual understanding, problem-solving, and mathematical reasoning.
• Create and facilitate hands-on experiences such as labs, simulations, performance tasks, and real-world applications to deepen understanding.
• Use data from EOC, NWEA, MAP, and internal assessments to differentiate instruction and close achievement gaps.
• Maintain accurate, timely gradebooks and provide frequent, actionable feedback on student work, including lab notebooks and problem sets.
• Integrate technology and visual tools to support conceptual learning and independent practice.

Student Relationships & Mentorship

• Serve as a Kairos “Coach,” mentoring a pod of students weekly to build executive functioning, goal-setting, and personal accountability.
• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promotes belonging, persistence, and intellectual curiosity.
• Communicate proactively with families about academic progress, successes, and areas for improvement.

Collaboration & Professional Growth

• Partner with content team members to align curriculum, assessments, and best practices across grades.
• Participate in coaching cycles, team meetings, and professional development aligned with Kairos’ learning model.
• Share instructional resources and strategies with colleagues to support whole-school improvement.
• Serve in a whole-school service role (e.g., Tutoring Lead, Assessment Coordinator, Safety Lead), contributing to culture and operations. Click Here for more information

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Driver Goals (2025-26)

• EOC Proficiency: 60% of students meet or exceed Geometry 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.

Key Indicators of Success

• Evidence of rigorous, engaging instruction aligned with Missouri Learning Standards and Kairos’ Graduate Profile. 
• Consistent use of data to drive instruction, reteaching, and support for students below grade level.
• Classroom culture characterized by respect, collaboration, and student ownership of learning.
• Growth in student independence and executive functioning as measured by coaching data and student feedback.
• Active contribution to team planning, problem-solving, and schoolwide improvement efforts.

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Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a STEM-related field
• Valid Missouri Substitute Certification
• Proven success increasing student achievement in secondary math
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Eligible to work for any employer in the U.S; clear criminal background check

Preferred:

• Missouri Teaching Certificate (Mathematics 9–12) or eligibility to obtain immediately upon hire.
• Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field
• Experience using data systems (e.g., Gradient Learning, Illuminate, or similar)
• Background in project-based or competency-based instruction
• 3+ years of classroom teaching experience

Work Schedule & Environment

• Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM – 4:00 PM
• Occasional evenings or weekends for family engagement, tutoring, or school events
• Dynamic classroom setting requiring consistent interaction, supervision, and adaptability
• On-site role at Kairos Academies in St. Louis, MO

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Compensation & Benefits

Teacher First Compensation (TFC) Model:
Transparent, performance-based compensation tied to outcomes, professional growth, and instructional excellence. Click here for more information.

• Professional: $60,000
• Advanced: $70,000
• Exemplary: $80,000

Benefits Include:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Professional Development and Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Certification and Graduate Coursework Reimbursement
• Comprehensive Coaching and Growth Opportunities

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About Kairos Academies 

Kairos Academies is a forward-thinking public charter school network in St. Louis reimagining education for the 21st century. Our mission is to cultivate an integrated community of self-directed learners, leaders, and citizens. Recognized nationally for innovation and excellence, Kairos replaces traditional lectures with personalized, project-based learning and emphasizes executive-function coaching to help students take ownership of their education and lives.

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Please apply on our website, for us to review your application: Kairos Academies Careers | St. Louis Public Charter School.