SY 26/27 Middle School Social Studies

KIPP • Kansas City, MO

2d

About The Position

KIPP Kansas City Public Schools is part of a nationwide network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory charter schools serving educationally underserved communities. The Middle School Social Studies teacher is part of the KIPP KC Team & Family and helps students pursue college, career, and beyond. The role delivers high-quality instruction, assesses student growth, and provides academic and cultural support while building relationships with students and families.

The teacher develops or internalizes standards-based, backwards-planned units and lessons; uses assessment data to adjust instruction; implements KIPP KC and One KIPP Tier I Curriculum; and collaborates with colleagues to foster critical thinking and academic rigor. The role also facilitates Real-World Learning, connecting instruction to authentic experiences such as projects, mentorships, internships, and job shadowing. The teacher works with students, staff, and regional industry partners to create applied learning opportunities and leads quarterly grade-level showcases.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Relentless focus on results and commitment to teamwork.
• Deep commitment to educational equity and underserved communities.
• Valid Missouri teaching license with required certification for the assigned subject and level; applicants pursuing certification may apply, but all certifications must be acquired and on file with KIPP KC before the end of the first employment year.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the assigned core subject area.
• Satisfactory background-check outcome.
• 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.
• Ability to travel to the work location.

Responsibilities

• Develop or internalize year-long Missouri State standards-based or curriculum-based, backwards-planned unit plans and lesson plans that meet students’ learning needs.
• Use assessment data to modify short- and long-term plans to promote student academic performance.
• Embrace and incorporate feedback to support continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate records, grade books, and data-tracking systems.
• Implement KIPP KC and One KIPP Tier I Curriculum with fidelity.
• Take personal responsibility for student achievement.
• Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote critical thinking and academic rigor.
• Establish 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 timeliness 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.
• Lead student experiences such as class-connected projects, professional mentorships, internships, and job shadowing.
• Teach at least one to two courses explicitly aligned with KIPP KC’s Real-World Learning initiatives, integrating applied learning and interdisciplinary cognitive skills into daily instruction.
• Collaborate with students, staff, and regional industry partners to design meaningful learning experiences with professional exposure and measurable outcomes.
• Organize and lead quarterly Real-World Learning showcases at each grade level.
• Use student performance data and industry-partner feedback to refine Real-World Learning experiences.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plan options.
• Life insurance, fertility, and disability plans.
• Professional development, leadership training, and opportunities for advancement.

What This Job Offers

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