2026-27 Licensed High School Classroom Teacher Pool - Algebra I

KIPP Memphis•Memphis, TN

About The Position

KIPP Memphis Public Schools is part of KIPP, a national network of tuition-free, open-enrollment public schools serving students from educationally underserved communities. KIPP Memphis serves K-12 students and alumni in Memphis. Its mission is to create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students to pursue college, career, and other paths so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. The Algebra I Classroom Teacher reports to the Principal and delivers effective, high-quality, rigorous instruction that supports student understanding. The teacher promotes a college-preparatory culture and performs additional duties as needed to support students and the school community.

Requirements

Active Tennessee state licensure and certification with an endorsement matching the subject area and grade band.
Commitment to working with educationally underserved students.
Commitment to the design and development of the school.
Bachelor’s degree.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of teaching experience.
Master’s degree in education or the teaching content area.
Experience or strength in the content area and Highly Qualified status.
Experience teaching in an urban school and/or charter network.

Responsibilities

Plan programs of study and unit, weekly, and daily lessons aligned with the school curriculum and students’ individual needs, interests, and abilities.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students’ maturity and interests.
Use varied instructional techniques and media aligned with best practices, content knowledge, and students’ needs and capabilities.
Implement the region’s educational philosophy, KIPP Memphis curriculum, and instructional goals and objectives.
Use diagnostic assessment tools regularly to identify students’ learning strengths and needs and support intervention or acceleration.
Take reasonable precautions to ensure student safety in the classroom and school.
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
Assist the administrative team in implementing policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or reasonably requested.
Maintain professional relationships with colleagues.
Actively participate in professional development opportunities.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.