SY 26/27 Middle School Social Studies

KIPP Kansas City•Kansas City, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

KIPP Kansas City Public Schools is seeking a middle school social studies educator for the 2026–2027 school year. The teacher will deliver rigorous instruction, assess student growth, and provide academic and cultural support. The role includes planning standards- or curriculum-based units and lessons, using assessment data to adapt instruction, implementing KIPP KC and One KIPP Tier I Curriculum, and maintaining accurate student records. The teacher will build trusting relationships with students and families, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to daily school activities and events. The role also includes facilitating Real World Learning (RWL). The teacher will connect instruction to authentic learning experiences that support college persistence, career exploration, and workforce readiness; lead projects and experiences such as mentorships, internships, and job shadowing; teach at least one or two courses aligned with RWL initiatives; collaborate with students, staff, and industry partners; and organize quarterly showcases where students present their work. Student data and partner feedback will be used to refine these experiences. The position is based in a typical school or office environment with frequent interruptions. The employee works Monday through Friday, must be able to move about inside and outside the school or office throughout the workday, attend regional meetings and training sessions in person or virtually, and travel to the work location. Salary depends on experience, educational background, and expertise. KIPP Kansas City offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, fertility, and disability plans, as well as professional development and leadership training opportunities.

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 before the end of the first year of employment.
Demonstrated knowledge of the assigned core subject area.
Satisfactory background check.
Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse environment and 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.

Responsibilities

Develop or internalize year-long, standards-based or curriculum-based, backwards-planned unit and lesson plans that meet students’ learning needs.
Use assessment data to modify short- and long-term plans to promote student academic performance.
Incorporate feedback and 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 and 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, college persistence, career exploration, and workforce readiness.
Lead and facilitate class-connected projects, professional mentorships, internships, and job-shadowing opportunities.
Teach at least one to two courses explicitly aligned with KIPP KC Real-World Learning initiatives, integrating applied learning and interdisciplinary cognitive skills.
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.