[2025-2026] KIPP Change Academy Lead 3rd Grade Teacher

KIPP North Carolina Public Schools; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking educational organization committed to shaping the future of students in North Carolina. As a Lead Teacher, you will play a vital role in fostering a positive learning environment, implementing innovative curricula, and supporting students from marginalized communities. This position offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth, ensuring that you can thrive in your teaching career. If you are passionate about making a difference and have a commitment to educational excellence, we invite you to apply and be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to student success.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Comprehensive Benefits

Professional Development Support

Monthly Teacher Work Days

Data Analysis Resources

Qualifications

• Deep commitment to KIPP NC’s mission and student potential.
• Valid North Carolina teaching license or willingness to pursue certification.
• Ability to monitor classrooms actively for 8+ hours/day.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver engaging lessons following KIPP NC curriculum.
• Build positive relationships with students and families.
• Collaborate with coaches for professional growth.

Skills

Classroom Management

Curriculum Implementation

Data-Driven Instruction

Communication Skills

Growth Mindset

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

North Carolina Teaching License

Tools

Zearn

Bookworms

Job description

Full-time

Grade Level: Elementary

Start Date: Next year opening

Department: Teacher

Company Description

Organizational Overview

Every School. Every Student. Every Day.

Knowledge is Power Program (KIPP) North Carolina is a network of eight tuition-free, college-preparatory public charter schools educating approximately 3,000 students in grades K-12 across Durham, Halifax, Northampton, and Mecklenburg counties. We are dedicated to improving the life outcomes of North Carolina’s children through rigorous, research-based curricula, and by providing clear roadmaps and guideposts for student success.

At KIPP, we value the gifts in everyone who walks through our doors, especially our teachers. We support our teachers' talents, energy, love, and determination, offering pay and benefits that reflect our appreciation. We foster a community where teachers can lead and grow, feeling supported throughout their careers.

Our collective mission is to create a future without limits, and talented teachers like you are essential. Join KIPP today and help shape the future for your students and yourself.

Job Description

Your responsibilities as a Lead Teacher

KIPP North Carolina teachers are central to our mission to develop students' knowledge, skills, and character strengths. Responsibilities include:

1. Instruction Preparation & Delivery

• Review and facilitate KIPP NC adopted & scripted curriculum
• Implement specific curricula such as Zearn for K-8 Math and Bookworms for K-5 ELA
• Deliver lessons effectively following pacing guides
• Create responses and documents to ensure student accountability
• Use assessment data to inform instruction and adjust lessons accordingly
• Incorporate feedback to improve teaching practices
• Maintain accurate gradebooks and data records

Building a Positive School and Classroom Culture

• Model and uphold school values and policies
• Take responsibility for student achievement
• Maintain a clean, engaging classroom environment
• Develop positive relationships with students, families, and staff through regular communication and participation in school events
• Participate in daily school functions like arrival, recess, and dismissal

Demonstrate a Growth Mindset

• Collaborate with coaches to identify strengths and growth areas
• Actively seek and incorporate feedback
• Attend professional development sessions and practice clinics

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Deep commitment to KIPP NC’s mission and student potential
• Passion for improving lives of students from marginalized communities
• Valid North Carolina teaching license or willingness to pursue certification
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant content area
• Criminal Background Check clearance
• Commitment to closing opportunity gaps
• Enthusiasm, professionalism, and humor
• Ability to monitor classrooms actively for 8+ hours/day
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 2 years of teaching experience in grades 2-5
• Experience in high-performing charter schools serving low-income students
• Success in raising achievement for marginalized students
• Passing Praxis exams by September 2025
• Fluency in Spanish (preferred)

Additional Information

Work Hours: M, Th, & F 7:30am - 3:30pm; Tu & W 7:30am - 5:00pm

Curriculum, materials, and resources are provided. Monthly teacher work days include professional development and data analysis. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and support for licensure and professional growth.