About The Position

About KIPP NYC: Founded in 1995, KIPP NYC Public Schools is a non-profit network of 18 free, public charter schools located in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. We partner with families and communities to create joyful, academically excellent schools where every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities. From our first middle school, KIPP Academy in the Bronx, to today’s network of eight elementary schools, nine middle schools, and one high school, KIPP NYC provides students with engaging academics, arts, athletics, and social–emotional learning that prepare them for college, career, and beyond. Our commitment doesn’t end at graduation. Through KIPP Forward, we continue to support our alumni as they navigate college, career, and life, helping them define success on their own terms and pursue the paths that align with their goals and sense of purpose. Together, we serve more than 9,400 students, support 4700 alumni, and employ over 1,100 dedicated team members who bring passion, expertise, and commitment to our mission every day.

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 and family
  • Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of students from the communities KIPP NYC serve

Nice To Haves

  • At least two years of teaching experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead small-group instruction for grades K-4.
  • Teaching a rigorous academic curriculum which combines the school’s standards and the New York State standards.
  • Teaching students in a high-quality, exciting way.
  • Committing to constant professional and personal growth through working closely as part of a team of teachers.
  • Constantly assessing student progress, and communicating results to families and colleagues.
  • Providing individual or small group instruction for students who need additional assistance.
  • Modeling a “whatever it takes” spirit to ensure that each student is successful.
  • Modeling the school’s values in all communications with students, families, and staff.

Benefits

  • KIPP NYC offers a competitive salary ranging from $70,829 - $136,704.
  • Salaries are determined using an equitable compensation scale that accounts for years of experience relevant to the role, NYS initial or professional certification, and longevity within the KIPP network.
  • KIPP NYC will evaluate a candidate’s years of experience, certification, and longevity at the point of hire to determine the step/level a new hire will be placed within our teacher salary scale.
  • Robust benefits include medical, dental, and vision.
  • Generous time off including 5 school vacation weeks, sick and personal days, and an extended summer break.
  • Up to 12 weeks of 100% parental leave.
  • Bright Horizon Back-up Child and Elder Care.
  • Employer-paid Life Insurance and Short-term/Long-term disability.
  • Employee incentives include 8-week paid Sabbatical after 10 years, annual professional development funds, and tuition reimbursement.
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