[2026-2027] Middle School Music Teacher

KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools • Philadelphia, PA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools (KPPS) is seeking a Middle School Music Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. KPPS is part of the national KIPP Public Schools network, a network of tuition-free public charter schools dedicated to preparing students for future success. KPPS currently operates eight schools in North and West Philadelphia, serving approximately 3,400 students, with plans to expand to serve around 4,000 students by 2030. The mission of KPPS is to create joyful, academically excellent schools in partnership with families and communities, equipping students with the skills and confidence for college, career, and beyond, enabling them to lead fulfilling lives and contribute to a more just world. Life at KIPP Philly is characterized by a commitment to anti-racism and equity, a joyful and inclusive community, competitive and equitable compensation with performance-based bonuses, opportunities for professional growth and leadership, and a people-centered approach that values authenticity, belonging, strong relationships, and comprehensive well-being support.

Requirements

• Love and see the high potential of all children
• Experience driving student growth and achievement and to create a warm, inclusive, rigorous learning environment
• Passion for facilitating professional learning, including a desire to continuously grow and learn as a leader
• Operate with cultural competence and a commitment to inclusion, anti-racism, and the eradication of anti-Blackness
• Believe that teachers are the primary drivers of student growth, learning and achievement
• High expectations for students and teachers; and the ability to motivate, inspire and hold others accountable
• Solutions-orientated and have an eagerness to adapt in order to solve problems
• 2+ years of full-time teaching experience (outside of substitute teaching) in an urban setting strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Pennsylvania State certification Level I or II strongly preferred.
• If uncertified, must enroll in a PA-approved certification program within one year of hire
• Submit transcripts upon hire (required for emergency permit application)
• Complete all required criminal and child abuse background checks prior to start date: PA State Police Clearance, PA Child Abuse Clearance, Cogent Federal Fingerprinting

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an urban setting

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all children feel affirmed, valued and challenged every day
• Create rigorous, engaging unit and daily lesson plans leveraging provided curricula/resources (in most cases)
• Infuse core values into daily lessons and every school practice, implementing school-wide student culture systems and positive classroom management strategies
• Maintain a productive, organized, safe, neat and focused learning environment
• Regularly analyze student work and academic data to adjust lessons, refine curricula and inform instructional practices
• Provide necessary accommodations and modifications for growth and success of all students
• Maintain accurate student grades/records and strong lines of communication with families regarding students’ growth and progress
• Model and implement all school policies within the classroom
• Serve as a role model for students
• Take ownership for the development of your craft (meet 1x/1-2 weeks with an instructional coach, implement feedback, engage in active practice, etc.)
• Actively engage in all school-wide professional development
• Serve as a positive, contributing member of a grade team, collaborating with colleagues to tackle common challenges and implement grade-wide initiatives
• Share candid, solutions-oriented feedback with peers and school leadership on a regular basis
• Embody KPPS core values: Children First, Cultural Competence, Ownership, Community
• Enroll in/complete a teacher certification program (if applicable)
• Arrive at school by 8:00 a.m. and stay until 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
• Attend designated school functions outside of school hours (Back to School Night, Report Card Conferences, Community Events, etc.)
• Contribute to the planning and execution of all school-wide events
• Develop strong relationships with the families of students through home visits, participation in school events and phone calls home
• Perform necessary support duties including (but not limited to) bus, lunch, and dismissal duties
• Chaperone field lessons/field trips

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits package (including vision and dental, a telehealth option, and flexible spending accounts) for themselves and their families
• 403B matching program for retirement savings
• Free access to financial advising services
• $5,000 in tuition reimbursement to pursue certification at a Pennsylvania-approved certification program (for uncertified teachers)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees