Immediate Elementary Teacher

KIPP • Indianapolis, IN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

KIPP Indy is seeking a dedicated, passionate Elementary School Teacher to provide an engaging, student-centered learning environment where students of all backgrounds can succeed. The role emphasizes foundational literacy, high expectations, age-appropriate interventions, academic growth, and social development. Teachers plan and deliver standards-aligned lessons across core subjects, assess student performance, use data to guide instruction, and provide targeted and individualized support. They build an inclusive classroom culture, develop relationships with students and families, collaborate with colleagues and instructional coaches, participate in professional development and school-wide activities, and continually reflect on and improve their teaching practices. The opening is immediate. Licensed teachers start at $50,000; salary is commensurate with experience. Performance-based bonuses may be available.

Requirements

• Valid Indiana teaching license, an application for reciprocity with a valid out-of-state license, or a pathway to licensure.
• Strong understanding of foundational literacy and child development.
• Commitment to KIPP Indy’s mission and vision.
• Pass a criminal background check as required by law.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in elementary education or a related field.
• At least two years of teaching experience.
• Proven record of fostering academic success in diverse, underserved communities.
• Experience using data to guide instruction and improve student outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality, standards-aligned lessons in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies, with a strong focus on foundational literacy.
• Use engaging, age-appropriate instructional strategies and resources to address diverse learning needs and involve students in learning.
• Assess student performance and use data to inform instruction, provide targeted support, and promote academic progress.
• Maintain high expectations and implement age-appropriate interventions to support academic and social-emotional growth.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promotes engagement, curiosity, and a love of learning.
• Build relationships with students and families and maintain open communication to support student success.
• Collaborate with colleagues to align curriculum, share best practices, and plan instruction cohesively.
• Use classroom management strategies to promote a respectful, responsible, and supportive classroom culture.
• Provide individualized academic or behavioral support to students who need it.
• Participate in school-wide events and family engagement activities.
• Work with academic coaches, embrace feedback, and implement strategies to improve instructional practices.
• Pursue professional development and reflect on teaching practices.
• Participate in summer onboarding, ongoing professional development, and workshops.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams and instructional coaches.
• Regularly track and analyze student data to inform instruction and interventions.
• Meet the expectations in the KIPP Employee Handbook.
• Pass a criminal background check as required by law.

Benefits

• Up to 12 weeks of paid parenting leave.
• Two PPO health plan options.
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Accident insurance.
• Critical illness insurance.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Health savings account (HSA).
• Life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Licensure and tuition assistance.
• 403(b)/401(k) Roth retirement options with employer match up to 10%.
• Employee Assistance Program and Extended Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off with unlimited rollover.
• End-of-year merit increase.
• Annual wellness screenings.
• Potential performance-based bonuses.

What This Job Offers

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