[2026-2027] Elementary SPED Lead Teacher

KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools • Philadelphia, PA

12h • Onsite

About The Position

KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools (KPPS) is seeking an Elementary SPED Lead Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. KPPS is part of the KIPP Public Schools network, a national network of tuition-free public charter schools. KPPS currently serves 3,400 students in eight schools in North and West Philadelphia and plans to serve approximately 4,000 students by 2030. The mission of KPPS is to create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students to pursue their chosen paths, leading to fulfilling lives and a more just world. KPPS fosters a professional community grounded in joy, candor, care, and connection, where educators can be authentic, grow in their craft, and contribute to meaningful work. The organization is committed to anti-racism and equity, creating joyful and inclusive communities, offering competitive and equitable compensation with performance-based bonuses, providing professional growth and leadership pathways, and supporting whole-person well-being through coaching, mental health resources, and wellness initiatives.

Requirements

• 2+ years of SPED full-time teaching experience (outside of substitute teaching) in an urban setting strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• If uncertified, must enroll in a PA-approved certification program within one year of hire.
• Submit transcripts upon hire (required for emergency permit application)
• Complete all required criminal and child abuse background checks prior to start date: PA State Police Clearance, PA Child Abuse Clearance, Cogent Federal Fingerprinting

Nice To Haves

• Pennsylvania State certification Level I or II strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all children feel affirmed, valued and challenged every day
• Create rigorous, engaging unit and daily lesson plans leveraging provided curricula/resources
• Infuse core values into daily lessons and every school practice, implementing school-wide student culture systems and positive classroom management strategies
• Maintain a productive, organized, safe, neat and focused learning environment
• Regularly analyze student work and academic data to adjust lessons, refine curricula and inform instructional practices
• Provide necessary accommodations and modifications for growth and success of all students
• Maintain accurate student grades/records and strong lines of communication with families regarding students’ growth and progress
• Model and implement all school policies within the classroom
• Serve as a role model for students
• Develop, monitor, and evaluate the effectiveness of special education programs and other student supports (Intervention, 504, ELL, etc.)
• Maintain IEPs, 504s, Evaluations, and ELL programs; ensure services are delivered with fidelity.
• Lead Child Find efforts and drive intervention and evaluation processes
• Liaison with parents via trainings, meetings, and consultations
• Provide case management for Special Education caseload and provide instruction to students receiving special education supports
• Take ownership for the development of your craft (meet 1x/1-2 weeks with an instructional coach, implement feedback, engage in active practice, etc.)
• Actively engage in all school-wide professional development
• Serve as a positive, contributing member of a grade team, collaborating with colleagues to tackle common challenges and implement grade-wide initiatives
• Share candid, solutions-oriented feedback with peers and school leadership on a regular basis
• Embody KPPS core values: Children First, Cultural Competence, Ownership, Community
• Enroll in/complete a teacher certification program (if applicable)
• Attend designated school functions outside of school hours (Back to School Night, Report Card Conferences, Community Events, etc.)
• Contribute to the planning and execution of all school-wide events
• Develop strong relationships with the families of students through home visits, participation in school events and phone calls home
• Perform necessary support duties including (but not limited to) bus, lunch, and dismissal duties
• Chaperone field lessons/field trips

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits package (including vision and dental, a telehealth option, and flexible spending accounts) for themselves and their families
• 403B matching program for retirement savings
• Free access to financial advising services
• $5,000 in tuition reimbursement to pursue certification at a Pennsylvania-approved certification program (for uncertified teachers)

What This Job Offers

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