Middle School ELA Teacher (2026-2027)

KIPP•Tulsa, OK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the KIPP Team & Family as a Middle School ELA Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. KIPP Tulsa is seeking dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals who believe in the success of every child. As part of a national network of free, open-enrollment public charter schools, KIPP Tulsa educates over 550 students across KIPP Tulsa College Preparatory (grades 6th-8th) and KIPP Tulsa University Prep High School (grades 9th-12th). Our mission is to create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue their chosen paths, leading to fulfilling lives and a more just world. We foster a supportive environment where teachers are valued, respected, and provided with opportunities for professional growth and learning. You will be part of a team that lives its values, drives change, and celebrates joyful moments with students, families, and colleagues.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university
Valid Oklahoma Teaching Certificate with required certification for subject and level assigned, if applicable
Demonstrated knowledge of the core subject area assigned
Satisfactory outcome of a background check.
Unwavering commitment to KIPP Tulsa's mission, scholars, families, and community
Strong record of helping children achieve academic success, primarily with students in educationally underserved communities,
Strong desire to teach an academically intense curriculum and commit to an extended school day, week, and year.
Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a teacher and professional; offer and receive constructive feedback.
Willingness to be flexible and to go above and beyond to meet the needs of KIPP Tulsa scholars.

Responsibilities

Develop year-long Oklahoma standards-based unit plans and lesson plans that meet all scholars’ learning needs.
Use assessment data to modify short and long-term plans in order to promote all scholars ’academic performance.
Embrace and incorporate feedback in the spirit of constant improvement.
Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor.
Establish and maintain working relationships with scholars and families based on trust and respect.
Participate in the daily functions of the school such as morning, lunch, and afternoon supervisory duties.
Attend school events such as staff meetings, open houses, back to school nights, parent orientations, parent-teacher conferences, PTA events and various other school events.
Develop individualized learning plans for students and communicate these plans to families in parent meetings and conferences.
Meet professional obligations including timeliness and consistency in meeting deadlines.