[2025-2026] Lead Teacher - Elementary School

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

Job summary

An established industry player in education seeks a passionate Lead Teacher for Elementary School to inspire and motivate students. This role involves planning a rigorous college prep curriculum aligned with Common Core standards while fostering an environment of joy and hope in the classroom. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to professional growth, and a desire to contribute to a mission-driven school culture. KIPP NYC offers competitive salaries and benefits, making it a great opportunity for educators looking to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Generous Time-off

Parental Leave

Professional Development

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• At least two years of teaching experience preferred.
• New York State teacher certification in the appropriate content area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Planning and implementing a rigorous college prep curriculum.
• Assessing student progress and communicating results to families.
• Engaging in continuous professional and personal growth.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teaching Experience

New York State Teacher Certification

Team-oriented Culture

Student Achievement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Master's Degree in Education

Job description

[2025-2026] Lead Teacher - Elementary School

• Full-time
• Grade Level: Elementary
• 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 students and alumni in their educational and career pursuits. We currently serve over 12,000 students and alumni, with a staff of more than 1,000, including 8% alumni.

Position Overview:

KIPP NYC seeks teachers who motivate, educate, and develop both academic and character skills, and make college prep education relevant for today and the future.

Duties and Responsibilities:

General responsibilities include:

• Planning and implementing a rigorous college prep curriculum aligned with Common Core standards.
• Bringing joy and hope to the classroom.
• Engaging in continuous professional and personal growth through reflection, feedback, and collaboration.
• Assessing student progress, communicating results to families and colleagues, and adjusting instruction accordingly.
• Modeling a “whatever it takes” spirit to ensure student success.
• Modeling KIPP NYC’s character strengths in all interactions.

Qualifications include:

• Strong interpersonal skills fostering a collegial environment and embodying character traits such as zest, grit, hope, love, social intelligence, gratitude, and humor.
• At least two years of teaching experience (preferred).
• New York State teacher certification in the appropriate content area (preferred).
• A passion for a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture.
• A desire to grow as a teacher within KIPP NYC.
• Proven success in raising student achievement within KIPP NYC communities.

KIPP NYC offers a competitive salary ranging from $70,829 to $142,270, determined by experience, certification, and longevity. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, generous time-off, parental leave, backup care, insurance, sabbaticals, professional development, and tuition reimbursement.

This description outlines the primary duties but is not exhaustive. The role is based in NYC and may require travel to our schools. Relocation outside a commutable distance or out of NY may affect employment status. Notify HR of any relocation plans.

KIPP NYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do not sponsor visas and are an anti-racist organization dedicated to creating a welcoming environment for all backgrounds and experiences.