SY 26/27 Middle School Math Teacher (8th Grade)

KIPP•Kansas City, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

KIPP Kansas City Public Schools is seeking a Middle School Math Teacher for 8th grade for the 2026–2027 school year. The teacher will deliver high-quality instruction, assess student growth, and provide academic and cultural support. The role calls for a commitment to educational equity and building trusting relationships with students and families so students feel safe, seen, heard, and supported. The teacher will plan and teach standards-based lessons, use assessment data to adjust instruction, maintain accurate academic records, and teach KIPP-adopted curriculum with fidelity. Instruction includes rigorous, inquiry-based STEM learning aligned with Missouri Learning Standards for Science and Math, application of the Engineering Design Process, and development of technical skills that can support students’ pursuit of STEM-focused Industry Recognized Credentials. The teacher will also facilitate Real World Learning by connecting classroom instruction with projects, mentorships, internships, shadowing, and regional industry partners. The position includes collaborating with colleagues and community partners, organizing quarterly student showcases, participating in school events and supervisory duties, and meeting professional obligations. The role reports to work Monday through Friday in a typical school or office environment and requires travel to the work location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Valid Missouri teaching license with required certification for the assigned subject and level.
Demonstrated knowledge of the assigned core subject area.
Relentless focus on results and commitment to teamwork.
Deep commitment to educational equity and underserved communities.
Commitment to KIPP KC’s mission and values.
Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse environment.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; ability to foster an inclusive environment for students, staff, and families.
Ability to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders and build strong relationships within the KIPP KC community.
Satisfactory background check.
Ability to move about inside and outside the school or office throughout the workday.
Ability to attend conferences, meetings, and training sessions virtually and in person within the region.
Ability to travel to the work location.

Responsibilities

Develop or internalize year-long, standards-based, backwards-planned unit and lesson plans that meet students’ learning needs.
Use assessment data to modify short- and long-term plans and promote student academic performance.
Accept and incorporate feedback to support continuous improvement.
Maintain accurate records, grade books, and data-tracking systems.
Teach KIPP-adopted curriculum with fidelity.
Facilitate rigorous, inquiry-based STEM instruction aligned with Missouri Learning Standards for Science and Math, including application of the Engineering Design Process to real-world problems.
Guide students in developing technical skills such as coding, CAD, and laboratory protocols to support readiness for STEM-focused Industry Recognized Credentials.
Lead client-connected projects in which students collaborate with Kansas City STEM professionals to prototype community-focused solutions.
Coach students to collect, analyze, and interpret data from STEM experiments and projects.
Take personal responsibility for student achievement and collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote critical thinking and academic rigor.
Build and maintain trusting, respectful relationships with students and families.
Participate in daily school functions, including morning, lunch, and afternoon supervisory duties.
Attend staff meetings, open houses, student-led parent conferences, and other critical school events.
Meet professional obligations, including punctuality and deadlines, and exemplify school cultural expectations.
Deliver rigorous instruction connected to authentic, real-world learning that promotes college persistence, career exploration, and workforce readiness.
Facilitate class-connected projects, professional mentorships, internships, and shadowing opportunities.
Teach at least one to two courses aligned with KIPP KC’s Real-World Learning initiatives and integrate applied learning and interdisciplinary skills into daily instruction.
Collaborate with students, staff, and regional industry partners to design meaningful learning experiences with measurable outcomes.
Organize and lead quarterly Real World Learning Showcases for students to present projects and demonstrate learning to community partners.
Use student performance data and industry-partner feedback to refine Real World Learning experiences.