High School ELA Lead Teacher — Data-Driven Growth & Impact

KIPP New Jersey; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

NJ Teachers Pension

403b retirement plan

School-issued laptop

Transportation benefits

Generous time-off

Parental leave

Life insurance

Disability & accident benefits

Job summary

KIPP New Jersey is seeking a High School Lead Teacher to guide student achievement through rigorous instruction and relationships. You will design lessons, monitor progress, analyze data, involve families, and collaborate with grade-level teams.

The role emphasizes equity, mastery-based learning, and adaptability in a high-performing charter network. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to create and adapt lesson plans aligned to curriculum.
• Use data to drive mastery-based instruction and adjust plans accordingly.
• Collaborate with families, students and colleagues to support progress.
• Uphold classroom management and provide a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Create and adapt lesson plans aligned with the curriculum.
• Use data to teach to mastery of academic skills.
• Work with students, families and colleagues to support progress.
• Uphold classroom management and establish a positive environment.
• Assist with diagnostic and progress monitoring tests.
• Monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies.
• Update student performance trackers and inform lesson planning.
• Participate in school, departmental and parent meetings.
• Participate in school events and activities.

Skills

Belief in student potential

Proven classroom success

Subject matter expertise

Diversity and inclusion

Collaborative teaching

Track record of student achievement

Education reform mindset

Education

NJ teaching certification

Job description

KIPP New Jersey is seeking a High School Lead Teacher to guide student achievement through rigorous instruction and relationships. You will design lessons, monitor progress, analyze data, involve families, and collaborate with grade-level teams.

The role emphasizes equity, mastery-based learning, and adaptability in a high-performing charter network. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.