Integrated Math 3 Teacher

KIPP Colorado • Denver, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Teacher is the instructional leader of their classroom and is directly responsible for driving student outcomes and creating an exceptional student experience. The role develops rigorous, engaging, affirming, grade-level, culturally sustaining instruction that prepares students for multiple post-secondary opportunities and aligns with the school’s academic program. The Teacher plans and internalizes lessons, organizes learning activities, grades equitably and consistently, and implements accommodations and modifications specified in students’ IEPs, BIPs, 504 Plans, ALPs, and MTSS interventions.

The Teacher cultivates a culturally responsive, warm-demanding classroom community, upholds school-wide expectations, manages Tier 1 behavior, and communicates proactively and responsively with families. The role also supports campus operations through daily duties and coverage, and contributes to the wider school community. This is a 10-month academic position, exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act, reporting to a member of the school leadership team.

The position includes standards-based instructional planning and delivery, assessment design, grading and feedback, data-informed instruction, and consistent use of adopted curriculum. Teachers collaborate with colleagues, participate in coaching and professional development, maintain accurate records, support student safety and engagement, and attend designated school functions, including some outside regular school hours. The job may require travel among KIPP campuses, the Home Office, and other professional development events around Denver.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Ability and willingness to fulfill state and federal guidelines to meet Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) criteria.
• Ability to participate in specific, pre-planned required events and activities, including before- or after-school, evening, and weekend meetings and events.
• Understanding of KIPP and commitment to an exceptional student experience.
• Commitment to and experience working with youth from varied cultural and economic backgrounds.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and multiple priorities in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Proactive problem-solving, initiative, and teamwork.
• Strong work ethic and an enthusiastic, passionate approach to work.
• Resourcefulness and willingness to take on varied responsibilities to help the school reach academic excellence.
• Strong communication, feedback, and facilitation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Professional demeanor, self-confidence, and initiative.
• Ability to work productively in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and complete multiple deadlines and tasks with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop productive working relationships across functional and organizational lines.
• Passionate commitment to KIPP Colorado’s mission, RIDE commitments, values, and excellence.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of teaching experience (highly preferred, but not required).
• Spanish bilingual.

Responsibilities

• Develop standards-based unit plans, scope and sequences, weekly plans, and daily lesson plans.
• Plan rigorous lessons, complete lesson internalization, and deliver high-quality instruction aligned with school planning deadlines and academic expectations.
• Design and administer assessments aligned with daily learning objectives and required scopes and sequences.
• Grade student work, provide feedback and support, and meet grading submission timelines.
• Use adopted instructional materials and curriculum with fidelity; use student data to inform reteaching, reassessment, and short- and long-term instructional plans.
• Implement students’ IEPs, 504 Plans, ALPs, BIPs, and MTSS interventions, including accommodations, modifications, language supports, and progress monitoring.
• Establish and maintain respectful, trusting relationships with students and families; communicate regularly with families about academic progress and behavior.
• Establish and reinforce classroom expectations, rules, and consequences; enforce positive behavior systems and monitor behavior data.
• Provide active supervision and intentional monitoring to support student safety and engagement in rigorous learning.
• Participate in coaching, professional development, grade-level and department meetings, and school-wide and organization-wide initiatives.
• Collaborate with colleagues, seek feedback, share solutions-oriented feedback, and reflect on practice to pursue professional growth.
• Maintain professional obligations, including attendance, punctuality, deadlines, schedules, accurate records, grade books, and data tracking systems.
• Assist with student and staff recruitment and engagement through events, home visits, calls home, and related activities.
• Perform daily and other school support duties, including arrival, dismissal, lunch, breakfast, hallway, bathroom, and bus duties; cover for staff absences and chaperone field trips as needed.
• Attend designated school functions outside school hours, including family meetings, conferences, Back to School Night, report card conferences, community events, and periodic evening events.
• Partner with the Assistant Principal of Special Services and special education teachers to ensure proper implementation of student plans and supports.
• Complete required specialized certification and compliance requirements, including applicable MLE coursework, CDE literacy modules, ECE professional licensure, and ESSA highly qualified status.
• Travel to other KIPP campuses, the Home Office, or professional development events around Denver when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary of $60,915, commensurate with experience, with no cap on credited years of experience.
• KIPP Colorado pays 100% of the employee-only monthly healthcare premium, with family enrollment and coverage options through United Healthcare.
• More than 6 weeks of annual vacation and paid time off; employees may be eligible for up to 8 PTO days based on hire date.
• Summer break through an organization-wide closure, based on work location and position.
• Parental and medical leave after the first year, including 6 weeks paid and 6 weeks unpaid, for up to 12 weeks total.
• Weekly coaching and opportunities to advance or grow a career across schools.
• Immediate and ongoing mental health support through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Laptop provided.
• Participation in the Colorado PERA retirement program, including a PERA 401k option.
• Relocation reimbursement when applicable.
• Potential stipend opportunities at most schools.
• Wellness reimbursement.
• Voluntary employee, spouse, and child life insurance.
• Voluntary long-term and short-term disability insurance.
• Optional basic life and AD&D insurance.

What This Job Offers

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