26-27 Middle School ELA Teacher
About The Position
KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools seeks middle school teachers for our fifth through eighth grade classrooms in the 2025-26 school year. Teachers are assigned one grade level and are responsible for creating a positive classroom environment, implementing curriculum, assessing students, collaborating with their team, building relationships with families, and other duties as assigned. Full teacher responsibilities are ultimately outlined by their Principal. There are four “home room” teachers on each grade level who are each responsible for teaching a core subject. Class size is typically about 26 students per class. Subjects on each grade level include English Language Arts, Social Studies, Math, and Science. Fifth grade is considered part of our middle school model.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree
- Relevant Florida Teaching Certification or Eligibility for Certification in Elementary Education K-6 for 5th or 6th grade ELA, English 5-9 for grades 5,6,7, or 8, or English 6-12 for grades 6,7, or 8.
- At least one complete year of teaching experience with a proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom
- Possesses a deep commitment to creating an inclusive, healthy, and empowering community for our students.
- Passing a background check, as required by law
- Background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse
Nice To Haves
- Florida Reading Endorsement (or reading competency coursework in progress) if teaching English Language Arts
- ESOL Endorsement (or competency coursework in progress)
- Two or more years of teaching experience with a proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom in a relevant grade level
Responsibilities
- Creating a positive classroom environment
- Implementing curriculum
- Assessing students
- Collaborating with their team
- Building relationships with families
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Access to individual health benefits (including medical, dental, and vision)
- Access to individual short-term and long-term disability insurance
- 403(b) retirement program with a company match
- Individualized coaching and professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
