History / Ethnic Studies Teacher (26-27)

KIPP Public Schools Northern California•San Francisco, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

KIPP Public Schools Northern California is hiring a full-time History / Ethnic Studies Teacher for the 2026–27 school year. Teachers bring the organization’s academic and cultural visions to life by designing engaging lessons, using data to guide instruction, and creating classrooms where students can learn and thrive. The role integrates Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and Restorative Practices to foster joyful, inclusive, and safe communities. Teachers collaborate with their school’s Leadership Team, including an Instructional Coach, to strengthen their practice through weekly meetings, coaching, and feedback. The role also involves ongoing reflection on identity, equity, and systemic impact, and collective examination of teaching practices, student data, and school culture to support an anti-racist community and serve all students with excellence and dignity. This is an exempt position on a school-year calendar cycle, based at KIPP Northern California school sites. The organization is a nonprofit network of free public charter schools serving students across East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, Redwood City, and Stockton.

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.
For eligibility for the specified permits, CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is a prerequisite.
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 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.
Participate fully in weekly professional development and Communities of Practice.
Maintain accurate and timely records, including attendance, grades, and behavior data.