Joyful Elementary Lead Teacher Math & Literacy

Kipp Dc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 66,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

KIPP DC is seeking an Elementary Lead Teacher in Washington, DC, for a fully in-person role. The position requires creating rigorous, culturally responsive lessons in math and literacy, with strong family communication and team collaboration.

The starting salary is $65,500, increasing with experience and graduate education per the instructional salary scale. Salary is non-negotiable and set within the district’s scale.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required for candidate eligibility.
• At least one year of teaching experience in a PreK–12 setting or an education degree including student teaching/residency with full classroom responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Teach engaging, standards-aligned lessons across math and literacy.
• Build an inclusive, identity-affirming classroom culture.
• Collaborate with grade-level/content teams to plan instruction and analyze data.
• Communicate regularly with families about student progress and supports.
• Contribute to schoolwide culture and community; support leadership development opportunities.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

KIPP DC is seeking an Elementary Lead Teacher in Washington, DC, for a fully in-person role. The position requires creating rigorous, culturally responsive lessons in math and literacy, with strong family communication and team collaboration.

The starting salary is $65,500, increasing with experience and graduate education per the instructional salary scale. Salary is non-negotiable and set within the district’s scale.