[2026-2027] Science Teacher - Elementary School

KIPP•New York, NY

1d•$70,829 - $136,704•Onsite

About The Position

KIPP NYC is looking for teachers who combine the ability to motivate and educate, to develop academic as well as character skills, and to make a college preparatory education relevant both now and for the future. As an Elementary School Science Teacher you can expect to become a content-area specialist, teach fewer subjects and deepen expertise, use a strong curriculum rather than designing everything from scratch, facilitate hands-on investigations, develop expertise in student discourse and inquiry, build specialized STEM instructional skills - NGSS, prepare students for later success in science, including the Grade 5 NYS Science assessment, and receive science-specific professional development and instructional support.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal skills that contribute to a collegial working environment and a healthy measure of the character traits we value: zest, grit, hope, social intelligence, gratitude, and a sense of humor.
New York State teacher certification in the appropriate content area
Bachelor’s degree required
A passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture
A strong desire to become a better teacher by joining the KIPP NYC team
Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of students within our KIPP NYC communities

Nice To Haves

At least two years of teaching experience is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Planning and implementing a rigorous college preparatory curriculum aligned with Common Core standards.
Committing to constant professional and personal growth through reflection, feedback, and collaboration.
Constantly assessing student progress, communicating results to families and colleagues, and adjusting instruction accordingly.
Rigorous commitment to the success of each student.
Modeling KIPP NYC’s character strengths in all interactions and communications with students, families, and staff.