Elementary Teacher — Impactful, Growth‑Driven Role

KIPP Texas Public Schools; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid family leave

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Employee assistance program

Job summary

KIPP Texas Public Schools in Houston seeks a Teacher to deliver engaging instruction and monitor student growth across standards-aligned curricula. You will use data to refine plans, collaborate with teams, and support families through regular communication.

This role requires a Texas teaching certificate, a commitment to high expectations, and participation in extended school day activities as part of the KIPP Texas mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Demonstrated knowledge of core subject area assigned.
• Texas Teacher Certificate appropriate for level and/or subject area.
• Must be considered highly-qualified based on NCLB guidelines.
• A valid Texas Teacher's certificate is required for all Pre-K4 and Special Education teaching positions.

Responsibilities

• Develop year-long Texas State standards-based unit plans and lesson plans that meet all students' learning needs.
• Use assessment data to modify short and long-term plans to promote all students' academic performance.
• Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote critical thinking and academic rigor.
• Attend critical school events such as staff meetings, open houses, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Develop individualized learning plans for students and communicate these plans to families in parent meetings and conferences.

Skills

Instructional delivery

Classroom management

Collaborative teamwork

Culturally responsive teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree (accredited university)

Texas Teacher Certificate

Job description

KIPP Texas Public Schools in Houston seeks a Teacher to deliver engaging instruction and monitor student growth across standards-aligned curricula. You will use data to refine plans, collaborate with teams, and support families through regular communication.

This role requires a Texas teaching certificate, a commitment to high expectations, and participation in extended school day activities as part of the KIPP Texas mission.