25-26 Middle School Math Teachers (5-8) – 5K Signing Bonus

Kipp Inc; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

KIPP Philadelphia is seeking committed Middle School Math Teachers for grades 5-8. The ideal candidates will have a passion for teaching, a collaborative spirit, and the ability to drive student growth in an inclusive environment. This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive professional development structure. Join a dedicated team focused on creating a joyful and academically excellent school experience for all students.

Benefits

403B matching

Free financial advising

$2,500 tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 2+ years of full-time teaching experience in an urban setting.
• Ability to drive student growth and achievement in an inclusive, rigorous environment.

Responsibilities

• Create rigorous, engaging unit and daily lesson plans.
• Analyze student work and academic data to adjust lessons.
• Develop strong relationships with families of students.

Skills

Cultural Competence

Collaboration

Student Growth

Education

Pennsylvania State certification Level I or II

Job description

25-26 Middle School Math Teachers (5-8) – 5K Signing Bonus

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

We are seeking talented, committed, culturally competent Middle School Math Teachers to join our middle school teams (including grades 5-8) for the 22-23 school year.

About Us

KIPP is a national network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools in educationally underserved communities. Over 100,000 students attend one of the 242 KIPP schools that operate in 31 regions across the United States. KIPP Philadelphia Schools Public Schools (KPPS) is a part of the national KIPP network and currently leads six schools serving approximately 2,400 students in North and West Philadelphia. By 2030, KPPS will lead ten schools serving approximately 4,000 students.

Our Mission

Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

Teaching & Leading at KPPS

We know that talented, committed, culturally competent teachers and leaders have the power to amplify our children’s potential by creating a school experience that affirms, values, and challenges them each day. We seek to create a professional environment full of joy, candor, care, and respect where excellent educators can make a long-term home. Educators at KIPP:

• Embrace new learning via regular 1-1 coaching and professional development
• Work with and alongside peers to tackle challenges, celebrate successes
• Play an active role in shaping and reshaping school and grade-wide practices and systems
• Actively examine the dynamics of identity and power via equity sessions and affinity groups
• Operate with clarity on individual & school-wide goals and their progress toward achieving them
• Embody our core values: Children First, Cultural Competence, Ownership, Community
• Enjoy a competitive, equitable, predictable approach to compensation and comprehensive health benefits for employees and their families

Key Responsibilities

Classroom Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all children feel affirmed, valued, and challenged every day
• Create rigorous, engaging unit and daily lesson plans, leveraging provided curricula/resources
• Infuse core values into daily lessons and every school practice, implementing school-wide student culture systems and positive classroom management strategies
• Maintain a productive, organized, safe, neat, and focused learning environment
• Regularly analyze student work and academic data to adjust lessons, refine curricula, and inform instructional practice
• Provide necessary accommodations and modifications for growth and success of all students
• Maintain accurate student grades/records and strong lines of communication with families regarding students’ growth and progress
• Model and implement all school policies within the classroom
• Serve as a role model for students

Professional Responsibilities:

• Take ownership for the development of your craft (meet 1x/1-2 weeks with an instructional coach, implement feedback, engage in active practice, etc.)
• Actively engage in all school-wide professional development
• Serve as a positive, contributing member of a grade team, collaborating with colleagues to tackle common challenges and implement grade-wide practices
• Share candid, solutions-oriented feedback with peers and school leadership on a regular basis
• Enroll in/complete a teacher certification program (if applicable)

School Responsibilities:

• Arrive at school by 7:30 a.m. and stay until 4:00 p.m. Mon, Tue, Thurs, Friday and 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday for Professional Development
• Attend designated school functions outside of school hours (Back to School Night, Report Card Conferences, Community Events, etc.)
• Contribute to the planning and execution of all school-wide events
• Develop strong relationships with the families of students through home visits, participation in school events, and phone calls home
• Perform necessary support duties including (but not limited to) bus, lunch, and dismissal duties
• Chaperone field lessons/field trips
• Additional responsibilities may arise during the school year, communicated with flexibility

Qualifications include:

• Love and see the high potential of all children
• Ability to drive student growth and achievement in an inclusive, rigorous environment
• Passion for subject/content area and commitment to professional learning
• Ability to contribute positively to a school team
• 2+ years of full-time teaching experience in an urban setting
• Pennsylvania State certification Level I or II preferred; if uncertified, must be working toward certification within one year and able to submit transcripts upon hire
• Complete all required criminal and child abuse background checks: PA State Police Clearance, PA Child Abuse Clearance, ACT 168

All information will be kept confidential per EEO guidelines.

Compensation

• Competitive, equitable, and predictable salaries
• Access to comprehensive benefits, 403B matching, and free financial advising
• Uncertified teachers eligible for $2,500 tuition reimbursement to pursue certification