[2025-2026] KIPP Gaston College Prep Primary Teaching Fellow (No Certification Need)

KIPP • Gaston, NC

387d

About The Position

The KIPP North Carolina Teaching Fellow role is designed for individuals interested in exploring a teaching career within a supportive environment. As a Teaching Fellow, you will collaborate with Lead Teachers to deliver a rigorous and joyful education to students, ensuring they reach their full potential. This position involves leading small group instruction, covering for absent teachers, and actively participating in curriculum development and school culture building.

Requirements

• A deep commitment to the mission of KIPP NC and an unwavering belief in the potential of all students.
• An unwavering commitment to anti-racism, equity, and inclusion.
• Experience working within predominantly Black, Brown, and/or low-income communities.
• A conferred Bachelor's degree by the start date.
• Pass a Criminal Background Check.
• A firmly held belief that students can and will learn, and it's a teacher's role to do whatever it takes to make this happen.
• Openness to feedback and willingness to constantly reflect, improve, and learn.
• Ability to function as a 'relentless achiever' by setting high goals and meeting or exceeding them.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to go above and beyond one's work.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and develop strong relationships with parents and colleagues.
• Flexibility, tenacity, perseverance, resourcefulness, and teamwork.
• High level of organization and professionalism.
• Fluency in Spanish preferred.
• Ability to stand and actively monitor classrooms for 8+ hours each day.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more as necessary.

Nice To Haves

• Fluency in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support curriculum development and instruction by adapting and executing rigorous, standards-aligned curricula.
• Assist teachers in implementing academically rigorous lessons, unit plans, rubrics, and assessments.
• Provide daily feedback to students on their performance and plan for individual learning needs.
• Receive guidance and materials from ELA/Math teachers to support struggling students.
• Embody and maintain the school's values, policies, and culture.
• Develop positive relationships with students, families, teachers, and staff.
• Establish and maintain strong communication with families and share student progress.
• Attend critical school events, including staff meetings, open houses, and family-teacher conferences.
• Support school operations through classroom coverage and contribute to out-of-classroom activities, including before school, lunch, recess, and afterschool.
• Pursue challenging professional goals each year and participate in school-wide and individual professional development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $39,000 in Gaston and $41,000 in Charlotte/Durham.
• Healthcare (medical, vision, and dental) at no cost to individuals and deep discounts for dependents.
• Enrollment in an optional 403b with employer match up to 6%.
• On-going professional development opportunities including support programs for new teachers and assigned coaching.
• Generous time off including 5 days PTO, 6 days sick leave annually, and paid time off for all major national holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees