Special Education Teacher, Elementary (To build a candidate pool)

KIPP Baltimore•Baltimore, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

KIPP Baltimore is seeking an elementary Special Education Teacher to support students’ academic and social-emotional growth and contribute to the mission of KIPP Harmony and KIPP Ujima Village Academy. The teacher plans, implements, and reflects on instruction; collaborates with the grade-level team, interventionist, and Principal; and helps foster a culture of excellence and high expectations. The position is listed as a candidate-pool opportunity, and the start date is immediate. The teacher sets goals and uses ongoing assessment data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction. The role includes designing lessons and units aligned with grade-level standards, differentiating instruction to meet varied learning needs, and creating an engaging classroom where students build responsibility, independence, and confidence. The teacher also builds trusting relationships with students, families, and colleagues; communicates proactively; and participates in professional development, school initiatives, and committees. Teachers are employees of Baltimore City Public Schools and receive compensation and benefits through the district. KIPP Baltimore notes that teachers are compensated for additional professional-development time beyond the standard 180 school days, including five additional days at the start of the school year.

Requirements

Maryland State Teacher Certification or eligibility to obtain certification.
Eligibility for hire by Baltimore City Public Schools.
Passion for working with students from historically resilient communities.

Nice To Haves

Two years of teaching experience in a public school (strongly preferred).
Experience teaching in a predominantly African American environment (preferred).

Responsibilities

Set high expectations and foster students’ academic and personal growth.
Set class and individual goals, monitor progress through ongoing assessments, and adjust instruction as needed.
Design and implement data-driven assessments to inform instructional decisions and support continuous growth.
Use knowledge of early childhood literacy and content areas to deliver engaging and effective instruction.
Demonstrate mastery of grade-level standards, benchmarks, and curriculum and align instructional plans accordingly.
Develop long-term plans, units, and lessons using backward design, with a focus on student mastery.
Plan lessons that encourage critical thinking and inquiry and address diverse learning needs.
Differentiate instruction to address each student’s needs.
Implement and reinforce school-wide culture and management policies in the classroom and across the school.
Establish a supportive, disciplined classroom environment that promotes responsibility and success.
Foster a positive learning atmosphere that encourages student self-efficacy and independence.
Build trusting relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
Incorporate students’ backgrounds and experiences into instruction and value their contributions.
Communicate proactively and effectively with parents, students, staff, and guests through various channels.
Engage families and communities through open communication and events while upholding the school’s vision, mission, and values.
Collaborate with colleagues, reflect on instructional practices, and pursue continuous improvement through professional development.
Attend extended professional development and model professionalism in behavior and attire.
Follow school policies, complete clerical tasks as needed, and take leadership roles in school-wide initiatives and committees.

Benefits

Health insurance, including Kaiser, BlueChoice, and CareFirst options.
Dental coverage.
Vision coverage.
Prescription medication coverage.
Retirement plans through the State of Maryland or City of Baltimore.
Optional 403(b) savings plans.
Life insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
Flexible spending accounts.
Employee assistance counseling.
Dependent child tuition waivers.
Higher education tuition reimbursement.
Compensation for additional professional-development time beyond the standard 180 school days, including five extra days at the start of the school year.
Competitive salary with opportunities for growth.
Professional development opportunities and leadership pathways.