26-27 KIPP Miami Teacher Info Session

KIPP Miami•Miami, FL

17h•$55,000•Onsite

About The Position

KIPP Miami is part of the KIPP (Knowledge is Power Program) national nonprofit network of college-preparatory, public charter schools educating elementary, middle and high school students. KIPP has a 25-year track record of preparing students for success in college and life. Founded in 2018, KIPP Miami operates two nonprofit charter schools in Greater Miami’s Urban Core community. Currently, KIPP Miami educates students in grades K-4 at KIPP Royalty Academy and 5-8 students at KIPP Courage Academy, and is opening three new schools for the 2026-2027 school year. We are opening three new schools in Miami for 2026-2027, and we're looking for teachers who are dynamic leaders both in and outside of their classroom. They love students, working with families, and the community they serve.

Requirements

A belief in every student’s limitless potential
A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university required (Official transcripts showing degree conferred are required prior to the starting date of employment)
Appropriate state teaching certification completed and issued or in process of being completed, where applicable.
Content/Subject matter expertise
A minimum of two years of teaching experience, with demonstrated interest in working with students from diverse economic and cultural backgrounds
A track record of success in the classroom
A collaborative attitude towards teaching and learning
Commitment to KIPP Miami’s mission, vision and goals
Passion for working with children and school personnel
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to engage and work closely with a wide range of staff members and external partners
Strong organization skills and meticulous attention to detail
Flexibility and willingness to learn
Growth Mindset
Commitment to do whatever it takes to ensure our students have what they need to be successful
Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel
Data base management and reporting
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to work with a team on collaborative projects
Ability to use the computer to input student data.
Ability to effectively plan, organize and implement curricula and activities.
Ability to make decisions on behalf of children and protect their well-being.
Must be able to manage confidential information.
Ability to maintain professionalism and emotional constancy.
Ability to work flexible hours.
Ability to work with a team on collaborative projects
Ability to proactively problem solve; anticipate challenges before they occur
Ability to identify inefficiencies and generate creative solutions
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and comfortably with ambiguity
Ability to troubleshoot and manage high stress situations with a calm and positive demeanor

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Spanish and/or Creole, preferred
Experience in high‑performing school environments with a record of student growth and equitable outcomes.

Responsibilities

Create, internalize, modify and prepare lesson plans in accordance with academic curriculum, state standards, and working closely with the grade level team
Use data to responsively teach to mastery of academic skills
Work closely with students, families and colleagues to create an environment that is supportive of student progress
Reinforce a firm foundation for all classes and uphold classroom management techniques
Help with diagnostic and progress monitoring testing across the school
Monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies to ensure all students meet the learning objectives
Update student performance trackers and use data to help guide your lesson plans
Participate in school, departmental and parent meetings
Participate in school events, activities and programs both during and outside of regular class instruction hours.