[2026-2027] Computer Science - High School

KIPP • New York, NY

1d • $70,829 - $136,704 • Onsite

About The Position

KIPP NYC is seeking a high school Computer Science teacher who can motivate and educate students, develop academic and character skills, and make college-preparatory education relevant to students’ present and future. The role is based at KIPP NYC College Prep High School in New York City and requires travel to KIPP NYC schools. The school is expanding to an additional facility for the 2026–2027 school year and moving to a Lower School and Upper School model.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Strong interpersonal skills that contribute to a collegial working environment.
• A passion for contributing to a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture.
• A strong desire to improve as a teacher by joining the KIPP NYC team.
• Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of students within KIPP NYC communities.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of teaching experience is strongly preferred.
• New York State teacher certification in the appropriate content area is strongly preferred.
• A healthy measure of the valued character traits: zest, grit, hope, social intelligence, gratitude, and a sense of humor.

Responsibilities

• Plan a college-preparatory curriculum that combines school standards and New York State Standards while fostering critical thinking.
• Teach thoughtful, rigorous daily college-preparatory lessons.
• Assess student progress and communicate results to students, families, and colleagues.
• Provide individual and small-group instruction until students achieve mastery.
• Model KIPP NYC’s character strengths in interactions and communications with students, families, and staff.
• Advise a small group of students throughout their four years of high school.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Five school vacation weeks, sick and personal days, and an extended summer break.
• Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave.
• Backup child and elder care through Bright Horizons.
• Employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability.
• Eight weeks of paid sabbatical after 10 years.
• Annual professional development funds.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level