[2026-2027] Elementary Building Substitute

KIPP Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 38,250 - 51,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (vision and dental)

403B matching program

Telehealth option

Job summary

KIPP Philadelphia is hiring for an [2026-2027] Elementary Building Substitute. The role is full-time with an immediate start in the School-based Support department. Salary is stated at $45,000 with benefits; past substitutes have advanced to lead teaching roles.

The Building Substitute provides flexible classroom coverage, supports instruction, and helps with operations such as arrival and dismissal, transitions, and student supervision across multiple classrooms.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in educational settings required.
• Background checks: PA State Police Clearance, PA Child Abuse Clearance, Cogent Federal Fingerprinting required before start.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a flexible substitute teacher across the building.
• Provide high-quality instructional support in whole and small group settings.
• Lead classroom activities and tutoring as needed.
• Assist with arrival, dismissal, transitions, and supervision.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development.

Skills

Classroom management

Instructional support

Student engagement

Job description

[2026-2027] Elementary Building Substitute

• Full-time
• Start Date: Immediate opening
• Department: School-based Support

Life at KIPP Philly

• Commitment to Anti-Racism & Equity – Join a team dedicated to dismantling systemic barriers and creating inclusive, culturally responsive schools where all students and staff can thrive.
• Joyful, Inclusive Community – Work in a collaborative, identity-affirming environment that values relationships, celebrates individuality, and supports the well‑being of adults and children alike.
• Competitive & Equitable Compensation – Benefit from transparent compensation structures, including performance‑based bonuses that recognize meaningful contributions.
• Professional Growth & Leadership Pathways – Access high‑quality development, including coaching, workshops, and tailored leadership opportunities, designed to support your long‑term career trajectory.
• Authenticity & Belonging – Be part of a culture that encourages you to show up as your full self and contribute to a community rooted in trust and respect.
• People‑Centered Excellence – Join colleagues who believe strong relationships and thoughtful preparation drive excellent outcomes—for students and for staff.
• Comprehensive Well‑Being Support – Receive whole‑person support through coaching, mental health resources, wellness initiatives, and team‑building experiences that prioritize your professional and personal growth.

Role Overview

The Building Substitute provides critical, flexible support to students, classrooms, and the building at large that help our schools ensure that learning is maximized for students every day and that operations run smoothly. The Building Substitute will provide classroom coverage as needed and should be comfortable and confident stepping into lead quality instruction across a variety of classrooms (guidance and resources will be provided). The Building Substitute will also provide a variety of other support services that support the healthy functioning of the school, including support with arrival, dismissal and transitions, general classroom assistance, student supervision and support in common spaces (like lunch and recess), tutoring and small group learning, and other relevant duties as assigned. The daily hours for this position are 8:00‑4:30 daily. Candidates should note that while this is a one‑year, grant‑funded role, this position offers opportunities for growth; a number of past Building Substitutes at KPPS have gone on to serve as highly successful, permanent lead teachers at our schools.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Support

• Serve as a flexible substitute teacher, providing short‑term coverage for lead teachers across the building.
• Provide high‑quality instructional support in whole group and small group settings as needed.
• Exhibit positive rapport with students, parents, families and staff and act as a role model for students.
• Teach challenging, engaging and differentiated lessons linked to state standards.
• Effectively leverage provided curricular resources and tools.
• Create and foster a positive, safe learning environment that incorporates the school’s classroom management systems, core values, and code of conduct.
• Demonstrate strong pedagogy and effective classroom management.
• Track student progress and use data to refine and inform instruction.
• Participate in all staff meetings, coaching and professional development opportunities.
• Perform clerical duties as required relating to attendance reports, student reports and records, etc.
• Be available for report card nights and other events involving parents/guardians.
• Other relevant duties as assigned by the school leader.

Supplementary School Support

• Understand and uphold school routines and procedures.
• Support with student arrival, dismissal, transitions, lunch and recess.
• Provide basic operational and student support as needed to support the healthy functioning of the school, including distribution or collection of materials, communication, organization of supplies, etc.
• Other relevant duties as assigned by the school leader.

Who You Are

• You love and see the high potential of all children.
• You have experience driving student growth and achievement and creating a warm, inclusive, rigorous learning environment.
• You have passion for facilitating professional learning, including a desire to continuously grow and learn as a leader.
• You operate with cultural competence and a commitment to inclusion, anti‑racism, and the eradication of anti‑Blackness.
• You believe that teachers are the primary drivers of student growth, learning and achievement.
• You have high expectations for students and teachers; and the ability to motivate, inspire and hold others accountable.
• You are solution‑orientated and have an eagerness to adapt in order to solve problems.
• You have strong classroom management skills.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in educational settings required.
• Complete all required criminal and child abuse background checks prior to start date:
  • PA State Police Clearance
  • PA Child Abuse Clearance
  • Cogent Federal Fingerprinting

Compensation

• The salary for this position is $45,000.
• All full‑time team members at KPPS enjoy a comprehensive health benefits package (including vision and dental, a telehealth option, and flexible spending accounts) for themselves and their families as well as a 403B matching program for retirement savings and free access to financial advising services.

Note To Applicants

• KIPP Philadelphia Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Employees are selected on the basis of ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law.