[2025-2026] History Teacher - High School

Kippenc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

KIPP NYC is seeking a passionate History Teacher for high school, focusing on college readiness through rigorous academics. Responsibilities include planning curriculum, delivering lessons, and supporting student achievement in a collaborative environment. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Generous Time Off

Parental Leave

Child and Elder Care

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Sabbaticals

Professional Development

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• At least two years of teaching experience preferred.
• Passion for team-oriented, mission-driven school culture.

Responsibilities

• Planning a college preparatory curriculum aligned with standards.
• Delivering rigorous daily lessons.
• Assessing and communicating student progress.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Collaboration

Education

NY State Teaching Certification

Job description

[2025-2026] History Teacher - High School

• Full-time
• Start Date: Next year opening
• Department: Teacher

About KIPP NYC:
KIPP NYC Public Schools is a non-profit network of 18 free, public charter schools in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. We partner with families and communities to create joyful and rigorous schools in pursuit of a more just world. Since 1995, we have grown to include eight elementary schools, nine middle schools, one high school, and KIPP Forward, supporting our students and alumni in their educational and career pursuits. Currently, we serve over 12,000 students and alumni with a staff of more than 1,000, including alumni.

About KIPP NYC College Prep High School:
Founded in 2009, KIPP NYC College Prep High School (CPHS) serves students in grades 9-12 from various NYC communities, focusing on college readiness through rigorous academics, including AP, Dual Enrollment, and Honors courses. Located in the Bronx, CPHS educates over 2,000 students and offers numerous extracurricular activities and college/career counseling. Our graduates have high college matriculation and graduation rates.

Position Overview:

KIPP NYC seeks passionate teachers who motivate, develop academic and character skills, and make college prep education relevant and engaging.

Duties and Responsibilities:

General responsibilities include:

• Planning a college preparatory curriculum aligned with school and NY State standards that fosters critical thinking.
• Delivering rigorous daily lessons.
• Assessing and communicating student progress.
• Providing individual and small group instruction to ensure mastery.
• Modeling school values in all interactions.
• Adopting a 'whatever it takes' approach to student success.
• Advising a small group of students throughout high school.

Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal skills fostering a collaborative environment.
• At least two years of teaching experience preferred.
• NY State teaching certification in the relevant content area preferred.
• Passion for team-oriented, mission-driven school culture.
• Proven success in improving student achievement in KIPP NYC communities.

KIPP NYC offers a competitive salary from $70,829 to $142,270, based on experience, certification, and longevity, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, generous time off, parental leave, child and elder care, life insurance, disability benefits, sabbaticals, professional development, and tuition reimbursement.

This description outlines the primary duties but is not exhaustive. The role requires NYC-based work with potential travel to schools. Relocation outside NYC or NY State may affect employment status. KIPP NYC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and does not sponsor visas or work authorization.