Elementary Teacher — Inspire Growth & Equity

KIPP Texas Public Schools; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid family leave

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Employee assistance program

Legal plans

Identity protection (LifeLock)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

KIPP Texas Public Schools is seeking dedicated educators to deliver standards-based instruction across Texas. You will design unit plans, use data to shape instruction, and collaborate with teams to foster critical thinking and rigorous learning.

Join a community that values strong family partnerships, timely delivery of duties, and ongoing professional growth within a dynamic school environment in Houston. Bachelor’s degree and Texas teaching certification are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Texas Teacher Certificate appropriate for level/subject area of assignment.
• Must be considered highly-qualified based on NCLB guidelines, if applicable.
• A valid Texas Teacher’s certificate is required for all Pre‑K4 and Special Education teaching positions. Proof of licensure will be required prior to starting employment.

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 in order to promote all students’ academic performance.
• Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with students and families based on trust and respect.
• Participate in the daily functions of the school such as morning, lunch, and afternoon supervisory duties.
• 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.
• Meet professional obligations including timeliness and consistency in meeting deadlines.

Skills

Commitment to mission

Student advocacy

Collaborative teamwork

Adaptability

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Texas Teaching Certificate

Job description

KIPP Texas Public Schools is seeking dedicated educators to deliver standards-based instruction across Texas. You will design unit plans, use data to shape instruction, and collaborate with teams to foster critical thinking and rigorous learning.

Join a community that values strong family partnerships, timely delivery of duties, and ongoing professional growth within a dynamic school environment in Houston. Bachelor’s degree and Texas teaching certification are required.