Elementary SPED Teacher - Growth & Equity

KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 57,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

403B retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools is hiring a SPED classroom teacher in an urban Philadelphia setting. The role emphasizes inclusive, rigorous instruction and collaboration with families, coaches, and administrators to support student growth.

You will develop and monitor IEPs, manage classroom routines, and implement school-wide practices that advance equity, anti-racism, and student achievement across KPPS eight campuses and beyond.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of SPED full-time teaching experience in an urban setting is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree is required.
• PA State certification Level I or II is strongly preferred; if uncertified, must enroll within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all students feel affirmed, valued, and challenged daily.
• Create rigorous lesson plans leveraging provided curricula/resources.
• Infuse core values into daily lessons and culture systems.
• Maintain a productive, organized, safe learning environment.
• Analyze student work and data to adjust lessons and inform instruction.
• Provide accommodations and modifications for all students' growth.
• Maintain accurate grades/records and communicate with families about progress.
• Model and implement school policies within the classroom.

Skills

SPED teaching experience

Classroom management

Collaboration with families

Education

Bachelor's degree

PA State certification (Level I/II)

Job description

KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools is hiring a SPED classroom teacher in an urban Philadelphia setting. The role emphasizes inclusive, rigorous instruction and collaboration with families, coaches, and administrators to support student growth.

You will develop and monitor IEPs, manage classroom routines, and implement school-wide practices that advance equity, anti-racism, and student achievement across KPPS eight campuses and beyond.