Elementary SPED Lead Teacher — Lead, Grow & Empower

KIPP Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 56,650 - 88,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits package

403B retirement matching

Tuition reimbursement for certified

Tuition reimbursement for uncertified

Job summary

KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools seeks an Elementary SPED Lead Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year in Philadelphia. This full-time role supports special education services for elementary students, including collaboration with families and school teams.

The position emphasizes anti-racism, culture, and professional growth. The compensation is commensurate with experience and certification status, with benefits including health, retirement, and tuition support for certification.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of SPED full-time teaching experience in an urban setting preferred.
• Strong classroom management and ability to work with diverse families.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all children feel affirmed, valued and challenged daily.
• Create rigorous, engaging lessons using provided curricula/resources.
• Infuse core values into daily lessons and school practices; manage classroom culture.
• Maintain an organized, safe, neat and focused learning environment.
• Analyze student work and data to adjust instruction and inform practices.

Skills

SPED experience

Classroom management

Education

PA State Certification (Level I or II)

Job description

KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools seeks an Elementary SPED Lead Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year in Philadelphia. This full-time role supports special education services for elementary students, including collaboration with families and school teams.

The position emphasizes anti-racism, culture, and professional growth. The compensation is commensurate with experience and certification status, with benefits including health, retirement, and tuition support for certification.