SY 26/27 Elementary Math Teacher (4th Grade)

KIPP•Kansas City, MO

4h•Onsite

About The Position

KIPP Kansas City Public Schools is seeking an Elementary Math Teacher for fourth grade for the 2026–2027 school year. The teacher delivers rigorous instruction, assesses student growth, and provides academic and cultural support. The role emphasizes educational equity, strong relationships with students and families, and continuous professional learning. The teacher plans standards- or curriculum-based units and lessons, uses assessment data to adapt instruction, maintains accurate records, and teaches adopted curricula with fidelity. Instruction includes inquiry-based STEM learning, application of the Engineering Design Process, and development of technical skills such as coding, CAD, or laboratory protocols. Students work on client-connected projects with local STEM professionals and learn to analyze data from experiments and projects. The role also facilitates real-world learning experiences, including projects, professional mentorships, internships, and job shadowing. The teacher teaches at least one or two courses aligned with KIPP KC’s Real-World Learning initiatives, collaborates with regional industry partners, and organizes quarterly showcases where students present their work. The position includes school supervisory duties, participation in school events, and collaboration with colleagues, students, families, and community partners. This is a full-time position in a typical school or office environment. The employee works Monday through Friday and must be able to travel to the work location and attend regional meetings, conferences, and training sessions. The start date is listed as an immediate opening.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Valid Missouri teaching license with the required certification for the assigned subject and level; applicants pursuing certification may apply, but required certifications must be acquired and on file before the end of the first employment year.
Demonstrated knowledge of the assigned core subject area.
Satisfactory background-check outcome.
Relentless focus on results and commitment to teamwork.
Deep commitment to educational equity and underserved communities.
Commitment to KIPP KC’s mission and values.
Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse environment.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and ability to foster an inclusive environment for students, staff, and families.
Ability to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders and build strong relationships within the KIPP KC community.
Ability to move about inside and outside the school or office throughout the workday.
Ability to travel to the work location.

Responsibilities

Develop or internalize standards-based, backwards-planned unit and lesson plans that meet students’ learning needs.
Use assessment data to modify short- and long-term plans and promote student academic performance.
Embrace and incorporate feedback to support continuous improvement.
Maintain accurate records, grade books, and data-tracking systems.
Teach adopted KIPP curriculum with fidelity.
Facilitate rigorous, inquiry-based STEM instruction aligned with Missouri Learning Standards for Science and Math, including use of the Engineering Design Process.
Guide students in developing technical skills such as coding, CAD, and laboratory protocols for STEM-focused Industry Recognized Credentials.
Lead client-connected projects in which students collaborate with Kansas City STEM professionals to prototype solutions for community needs.
Coach students to collect, analyze, and interpret data from STEM experiments and projects.
Take personal responsibility for student achievement and collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote critical thinking and academic rigor.
Build and maintain trusting, respectful relationships with students and families.
Perform morning, lunch, and afternoon supervisory duties and attend staff meetings, open houses, and student-led parent conferences.
Meet professional obligations, including punctuality and deadlines, and exemplify school cultural expectations.
Deliver rigorous instruction connected to authentic real-world learning, college persistence, career exploration, and workforce readiness.
Facilitate projects, professional mentorships, internships, and shadowing opportunities that connect classroom learning with the community.
Teach at least one to two courses aligned with KIPP KC’s Real-World Learning initiatives, integrating applied learning and interdisciplinary cognitive skills.
Collaborate with students, staff, and regional industry partners to design meaningful learning experiences with measurable outcomes.
Organize and lead quarterly Real-World Learning showcases for students to present projects and demonstrate mastery.
Use student performance data and industry-partner feedback to refine Real-World Learning experiences.
Attend conferences, meetings, and training sessions virtually and in person within the region.