High School Teacher (26-27 SY)

KIPP DC • Washington, DC

9d • $65,500 - $98,880 • Onsite

About The Position

Teachers at KIPP DC lead classrooms that are academically rigorous, identity-affirming, and grounded in strong relationships with students and families. As a High School Teacher at KIPP DC Public Schools, you will plan and deliver high-quality instruction, build a strong and affirming classroom culture, and work closely with your team to support student learning and well-being.
As one of the highest performing public school systems in Washington, DC, KIPP DC believes that all students have the right to joyful, challenging, and culturally responsive learning experiences. Teachers are core to that work. The starting salary for teachers is $65,500 and increases with relevant years of Lead Teacher experience and graduate-level education, as outlined in our instructional salary scale. Compensation is determined by the scale and is non-negotiable.
Teachers may be content-specialized (for example, English, math, science, social studies, or specialty electives).
For 25 years, KIPP DC has partnered with students, families, and the community to create joyful, academically excellent schools across the nation’s capital. Today, our network of 22 schools educate more than 7,500 students in grades PreK3-12, supported by 1,500 dedicated teachers, leaders, and staff.

Our work is grounded in five pillars–Academic Excellence, Joy & Sense of Belonging, Highly Effective Teachers and Leaders, Safe, Structured, and Nurturing Learning Environments, and Commitment to College Readiness–which ensure every student is equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to pursue success in college, careers, and beyond. Our schools combine high expectations with joyful, affirming environments that nurture academic success and personal growth for students and staff alike.

As part of the national KIPP network, we share best practices and innovations while maintaining deep roots in Washington, D.C. Together, we strive toward a future without limits for our students, alumni, and community
High School includes two schools in Washington, DC, serving grades 9-12. Our teachers, leaders, and student support teams work together to provide instruction that is rigorous, culturally responsive, and grounded in strong relationships with students and families. We believe classrooms should be academically challenging, joyful, and identity-affirming, and we support teachers through coaching, collaborative planning structures, and dedicated development time.
As a Lead Teacher, you will:
Teach engaging, standards-aligned lessons informed by student data.
Build an inclusive, identity-affirming classroom culture where all students feel a sense of belonging.
Collaborate with grade-level and content teams to plan instruction, analyze data, and respond to student needs.
Communicate consistently and proactively with families.
Contribute to schoolwide culture and community
Work collaboratively with peers and grow their leadership through opportunities like grade-level chair, fellowships, or school leadership development cohorts.
If applicable, you may also mentor a Capital Teaching Resident by modeling excellent instruction, gradually releasing classroom responsibilities, and participating in weekly coaching and feedback.
Secondary roles (middle and high school) include content-specific instruction in courses such as ELA, math, science, social studies, and electives.
Special Education Teachers collaborate with general education teachers and service providers to deliver instruction and services aligned to IEP goals in inclusive and pull-out settings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Commitment to working with students from communities with limited access to high-quality educational opportunities
• At least one year of teaching experience in a PreK3–12th grade school OR an education degree that included student teaching / residency with full-classroom responsibility
• “Teaching experience” here refers to serving as the teacher of record / lead instructor responsible for instruction and progress of an assigned class or section. It does not include paraprofessional work, substitute-only experience, internships without lead teaching responsibility, or daycare-only experience.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in the relevant content area
• Demonstrated strength in the content area / grade band you are applying to teach
• Experience teaching in an urban K–12 public school setting
• Strong communication skills with families and caregivers, including culturally responsive partnership
• Strong collaboration habits with teammates (planning, data analysis, shared ownership for student growth)

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate commitment to KIPP DC’s mission, with a focus on excellence, equity, and antiracist practice.
• Build trusting, affirming relationships with students, families, and teammates.
• Create a classroom culture that empowers students, affirms their identities, and fosters belonging for all learners.
• Communicate regularly with families, including academic updates and support plans.
• Internalize, adapt, and deliver high-quality, standards-aligned lessons.
• Ensure instruction is rigorous, culturally responsive, and relevant to students' lived experiences.
• For elementary roles: deliver core math and literacy instruction to the homeroom.
• Use student performance data to plan reteach, intervention, and enrichment.
• Participate in grade-level and/or content team meetings to align on instructional strategy.
• Attend and actively participate in staff meetings, professional development sessions, and weekly planning/feedback meetings.
• Implement coaching and feedback from school leaders, network content coaches, and lead teachers/grade-level chairs.
• When assigned a Capital Teaching Resident, model effective instruction and gradually release responsibility while providing weekly coaching conversations.
• Perform duties (arrival, lunch, transitions, dismissal) as assigned.
• Complete clerical tasks that support instruction and compliance, including student records, attendance, progress reports, and documentation related to IEP goals or interventions.
• Support school events such as family-teacher conferences, open houses, field trips, and community events.

Benefits

• KIPP DC offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurances; various voluntary benefits; and employer paid benefits such as short term disability, long term disability, life insurance, and a membership to One Medical.
• KIPP DC also offers a 403(b) retirement account with a 3% employer contribution and a 3% match with vesting after three years.
• Currently, individuals in this role have up to 15 paid time off days, up to 10 paid sick days, and 12 paid holidays. This is subject to change and your exact schedule will be shared in your offer letter.

What This Job Offers

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