Lead Middle School Teacher (5th–8th) – Growth & Impact

KIPP; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Disability insurance

403(b) company match

Professional development coaching

Job summary

KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools seeks passionate Lead Middle School Teachers for our 5th-8th Grade classrooms in the 2027-28 school year. Teachers are assigned one grade level and are responsible for creating a positive classroom environment, implementing curriculum, assessing students, collaborating with teams, building relationships with families, and other duties as assigned.

Full teacher responsibilities are outlined by the Principal.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Relevant Florida Teaching Certification or eligibility for certification.
• At least one complete year of teaching experience with a track record of high achievement.
• Passing a background check as required by law and state processes.
• Awareness of Florida screening requirements per HB 531.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive classroom environment and implement curriculum for a grade level.
• Assess students, collaborate with team, and build relationships with families.
• Fulfill duties as assigned by the Principal and lead teacher responsibilities.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and coaching.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Florida Teaching Certification or Eligibility

Elementary Education K-6 for 5th or 6th grade ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies

English 5-9, Math 5-9, Social Science 5-9, Science 5-9 for grades 5-8

English 6-12, Math 6-12, Social Science 6-12, Science 6-12 for grades 6-8

Two or more years of teaching experience

Passing a background check

Florida background screening (HB 531) information awareness

Job description

KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools seeks passionate Lead Middle School Teachers for our 5th-8th Grade classrooms in the 2027-28 school year. Teachers are assigned one grade level and are responsible for creating a positive classroom environment, implementing curriculum, assessing students, collaborating with teams, building relationships with families, and other duties as assigned.

Full teacher responsibilities are outlined by the Principal.