High School ELA Teacher – Licensed, Urban Impact

KIPP MEMPHIS COLLEGIATE ELEMENTARY; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

KIPP Memphis Collegiate High is seeking a high school ELA teacher to join our dedicated team in Memphis, TN. The role requires active Tennessee licensure in ELA and a commitment to supporting underserved students.

The candidate will plan engaging lessons, use evidence-based strategies, and assess student progress while maintaining accurate records and collaborating with school leadership to ensure student growth and college readiness.

Qualifications

• Active Tennessee state licensure and endorsement in ELA.
• Bachelor's degree required; teaching credential.
• At least two years of teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan a program of study and unit/weekly/daily lessons aligned with the school curriculum.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity.
• Employ varied instructional techniques and media to meet diverse needs.
• Implement the region’s philosophy of education and KIPP Memphis curriculum goals.
• Use diagnostic assessments to identify and intervene in student learning needs.
• Maintain safety, accurate records, and professional conduct; collaborate with administrators.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Student assessment

Collaboration

Culturally responsive teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Master's in Education

Tennessee teaching license

Job description

KIPP Memphis Collegiate High is seeking a high school ELA teacher to join our dedicated team in Memphis, TN. The role requires active Tennessee licensure in ELA and a commitment to supporting underserved students.

The candidate will plan engaging lessons, use evidence-based strategies, and assess student progress while maintaining accurate records and collaborating with school leadership to ensure student growth and college readiness.