English Teacher - Middle School (26-27)

KIPP Public Schools Northern California•San Jose, CA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

KIPP Public Schools Northern California is hiring a full-time English Teacher for middle school for the 2026–2027 school year. The teacher will bring the organization’s academic and cultural visions to life by designing engaging lessons, using student data to guide instruction, and creating a classroom where every student can learn and thrive. The role integrates Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Restorative Practices, and culturally responsive teaching to foster a joyful, inclusive, safe, and academically rigorous community. The teacher will collaborate with the school’s Leadership Team and Instructional Coach through weekly meetings, coaching, feedback, professional development, and Communities of Practice. Teachers are expected to reflect on identity, equity, and systemic impact and examine practices, data, and school culture as part of KIPP’s commitment to anti-racism and serving all students with excellence and dignity. This is an exempt position on a school-year calendar cycle, located at a school site. KIPP Public Schools Northern California is a nonprofit network of free public charter schools serving more than 7,000 elementary, middle, and high school students across several Northern California communities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Hold a valid teaching credential in the subject of the desired role, or be eligible for a General Education Limited Assignment Permit, Provisional Internship Permit, or Short Term Staff Permit.
CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is a prerequisite for the Short Term Staff Permit.
Deep commitment to KIPP’s mission and vision.
Dedication to anti-racist, culturally responsive teaching.
Belief that all students can achieve at the highest levels.
Strong content knowledge and instructional skills.
Ability to build meaningful relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
Proficiency in Google Suite, including Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Classroom, and openness to learning new educational technologies.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching students with demographics similar to those of the KIPP Northern California community.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement daily and long-term lesson plans aligned with KIPP’s academic vision.
Analyze student data regularly to inform instruction and support student growth.
Foster a positive, inclusive, and rigorous classroom environment grounded in Restorative Practices and Social Emotional Learning.
Use culturally responsive classroom management strategies to ensure safety, belonging, and high expectations for all students.
Communicate proactively with families, colleagues, and leaders to build strong partnerships.
Engage fully in weekly professional development and Communities of Practice.
Maintain accurate and timely records, including attendance, grades, and behavior data.
Reflect on identity, equity, and systemic impact, and collectively examine practices, data, and culture to support an anti-racist community.