2026–2027 Lead High School Teacher Candidate Pool (Anticipated) at KIPP

Jacksonville, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jan, 26

Salary

50000.0

Posted On

16 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Teaching, Curriculum Implementation, Student Assessment, Collaboration, Family Engagement, Classroom Management, Professional Development, Inclusive Education, High Expectations, Growth Mindset, Trust, Joy, Sustainability

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Company Description KIPP KIPP Public Schools is a national network of tuition-free public schools educating nearly 190,000 students in grades Prek-12 across 21 states and Washington, DC. While each of our schools is as unique as the community to which it belongs, we are united around a shared promise: Together, A Future Without Limits. You can learn more at www.kipp.org. WHY TEACH AT KIPP? At KIPP, we see the gifts in everyone who walks through the doors of our schools - especially our teachers. Their skill. Energy, Love. Their determination. On the good days and on the hard days. So we support our teachers to make the most of those gifts The KIPP Difference Respect - For our teachers’ innate talent and desire to learn, for their professional growth, and for the lives they lead beyond our walls. We offer pay and benefits that reflect our appreciation for the invaluable role our teachers play in lighting paths to opportunity for students Support - As our teachers progress through the day, the year, and their careers, we ensure they always feel the KIPP Team and Family at their backs, with opportunities to lead and support to grow Purpose - Together, our students, schools, families and communities share an ambitious mission to create a future without limits. We need talented teachers to realize it. Shape the future for your students and yourself by joining us in our work. KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is part of the KIPP national network. Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose – college, career, and beyond – so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. In the 2026-2027 school year, the KIPP Jacksonville region will be comprised of four schools educating 3,000+ students, kindergarten through twelfth grade, in the North and West sides of Jacksonville, Florida: KIPP Impact Academy: Kindergarten – 8th grade KIPP VOICE Academy: Kindergarten – 8th grade KIPP Bessie Coleman Academy: Kindergarten – 8th grade KIPP Bold City High School: 9th - 12th grade For the current school year, teachers at KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools work the following hours Monday through Friday and may have occasional meetings or special school events outside of these hours. Hours for teachers and students may vary slightly by school. K-8 Staff: 7:30am - 4:30pm K-8 Students: 8:00am - 3:30pm, Wednesday K-8 dismissal is at 1:30pm High School Staff: 6:45am - 3:45pm, High School Students: 7:15am - 2:30pm, Wednesday High School dismissal is at 12:30pm. Every Wednesday is a student early release day, which allows teachers to participate in weekly professional development and content team meetings. *This doesn’t include Wellness Wednesdays when all staff leave at student dismissal. To support these schools, we will employ approximately almost 300 full-time staff members. We seek educators and colleagues that represent our core values of high expectations, growth mindset, commitment to team, trust, joy, and sustainability. To learn more about what it is like to work and teach at KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools, please visit www.kippjax.org/teach. To see all openings, visit our Regional Job Board. Job Description POSITION OVERVIEW KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools seeks high school teachers for our 9th-12th grade classrooms in the 2026-2027 school year. We are building a candidate pool for Lead High School teachers anticipated for the 2026–2027 school year across our network. While this is not a guarantee of placement, selected candidates in the pool may be invited to interview when openings arise. Teachers will be responsible for at least one subject area and are responsible for creating a positive classroom environment, implementing curriculum, assessing students, collaborating with their team, building relationships with families, and other duties as assigned. Full teacher responsibilities are ultimately outlined by their school leader. KIPP Bold City's vision is to be a high school built on student voice and choice. Bold City offers a variety of options for its students- including honors classes, Advanced Placement classes for all, and career/technical education. Classes are chosen based on student and family interest. As the school grows, we seek to add more career tracks as well as Dual Enrollment. We also offer a variety of extracurriculars and sports to students. We seek teachers that are aligned to our philosophies around student voice and choice and are flexible to meet the interest areas of students. Please note the location of Bold City High School is the McDuff campus located at 1440 McDuff Avenue North. OUR CURRENT MODEL The model for the high school will change over time as more grade levels are added and the model is subject to change. Core content areas at the high school level include science, history, ELA, and math. High school lead teachers will likely have a homeroom class and teach several classes in their subject area. While this is a typical teaching load, some teaching loads may vary. Any electives are selected by the school leader according to student interest and teacher certification area(s). If you are interested in applying to be an elective teacher, please apply to this pool. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Our current starting salary for a first-year lead teacher is $50,000 Access to individual health benefits (including medical, dental, and vision)*** Access to individual short-term and long-term disability insurance*** 403(b) retirement program with a company match*** To support teacher practice and their growth, all lead teachers receive individualized coaching and professional development. *The salary offered in the DocuSign doesn’t include any stipends for which the candidate may be eligible. In our current year of paying out millage stipends, certified New-to-KIPP instructional staff received a historical average of $13,000 with the addition of receiving TSIA stipends. There are other opportunities to earn money at KIPP Jax in the form of additional stipends. This role will only be eligible for instructional stipends if they have their FLDOE certification. ***This offering is subject to change each school year. Terms would be outlined in an offer letter, if issued. Qualifications REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's Degree Relevant Florida Teaching Certification or Eligibility for Certification in one of the following areas: 6-12 Math, 6-12 ELA, 6-12 Social Science, 6-12 Biology/Chemestry, etc. At least one complete year of teaching experience with a proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools believes that our staff will represent our core values—high expectations, a growth mindset, commitment to team, trust, joy, and sustainability. We search for established educators who embody them. Possesses a deep commitment to creating an inclusive, healthy, and empowering community for our students. Passing a background check, as required by law HIGHLY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Florida Reading Endorsement (or reading competency coursework in progress) if teaching English Language Arts ESOL Endorsement (or competency coursework in progress) Two or more years of teaching experience with a proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom in a relevant grade level CERTIFICATION If applicants have questions about Florida certification, please visit www.fldoe.org/edcert. Applicants should list all details about their certification status in the application, including a Florida statement of eligibility or an out-of-state teaching certificate. Additional Information APPLY To join the 2026–2027 candidate pool, please complete the online application and upload a resume via our job board. No applicants will be considered that submit resumes through other job postings. Link to job board here: https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/KIPP/jacksonville When submitting your application, you may indicate any preferred school locations. If and when a position opens, candidates from the pool will be considered for interviews based on fit and qualifications. If selected for an interview and extended an offer, your compensation, school placement, and other terms will be outlined in writing. If you're a current KIPP Jax team member, you should: 1) Inform your current manager of your interest in the role and 2) Complete the online application QUESTIONS If you have questions about positions at KIPP Jacksonville, please email Jess Replogle at [email protected]. Please understand that resumes and/or cover letters are not accepted via email and you will be redirected to apply via the website. KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment at our schools. KIPP Jacksonville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin.

Responsibilities

Teachers will be responsible for at least one subject area and creating a positive classroom environment. They will implement curriculum, assess students, collaborate with their team, and build relationships with families.