Middle School Science Teacher 20252026 School Year

KIPP St. Louis Public Schools; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Middle School Science Teacher, where your passion for science will inspire students to explore and experiment. This role offers the opportunity to develop engaging lessons and foster a positive classroom culture. You'll be part of a fast-paced environment that values professional growth and celebrates achievements. With generous time off, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing development opportunities, this position is perfect for educators ready to make a difference in their students' lives. Embrace the challenge and help close the opportunity gap in a supportive community.

Benefits

Healthcare plan option

Employer Paid Short Term Disability

$50,000 life insurance policy

Retirement plan with 12% match

Employee Recognition Awards

Public Service loan forgiveness

Longevity Bonuses

Generous time off

Paid parental leave

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related area is required.
• Must have valid Missouri Teacher Certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Adapt and execute a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum.
• Develop positive relationships with students and families.

Skills

Curriculum Development

Classroom Management

Effective Communication

Data-Driven Instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Valid Missouri Teacher Certification

Tools

Office Equipment

Computer Software

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a passionate and engaging Middle School Science Teacher to join our KIPP St. Louis Team. As a Science Teacher, you’re an enthusiastic educator engaging in students’ innate curiosity. You’re a passionate scientist who wants to help students learn to explore and experiment. As a teacher at KIPP you are there to engage with the MySci curriculum and to adapt it to what your individual students need. You’re ready for a challenge and know that the pursuit of curiosity and knowledge is an occasion you want to rise to.

Position Type: Full-time, Exempt, 10 months

Start Date: July 28, 2025

On a day-to-day basis, you can look forward to the following:

Curriculum Development and Instruction

• Adapt and execute a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum

• Develop academically rigorous lessons, unit plans, rubrics, and assessments

• Use data to inform instructional decisions

• Provide students with daily feedback on performance and plan for individual learning needs

Help Build a Positive School and Classroom culture

• Embody and maintain school’s values, policies, and culture

• Develop positive relationships with students, families, teachers, and staff

• Establish and maintain strong communication with all parents and share progress

• Effectively supervise and manage a classroom of up to 30 students

• Show up for critical school events, including staff meetings, open houses, parent-teacher conferences, and more

Demonstrate a Growth Mindset

• Pursue challenging professional goals each year

• Give and receive positive and constructive feedback from your colleagues

• Participate in school-wide and individual professional development

School-Based Staff staff must have the ability to...

• Operate a computer and office equipment on a daily basis

• Occasional moderate lifting, pushing, and pulling

• Maintain emotional control under stress

• Interpret policy, procedures, and data

• Communicate effectively (verbal and written)

Qualifications:
Qualifications

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related content area ( REQUIRED )

• Valid Missouri Teacher Certification or Missouri Substitute Certification or willingness to become certified ASAP ( REQUIRED )

• Pass Criminal Background Check

• Demonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gap

Additional Information

What we bring to the table:

We are a fast-paced, energetic team and family with passionate people who are leading a movement to cultivate their best working environment we provide the following:

• $0 deductible healthcare plan option, including medical, vision, and dental.

• Employer Paid Short Term Disability

• $50,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee

• Retirement plan through PSRSSL with a 12% match and an optional 403b as a supplement to our pension program

• Employee Recognition: When we succeed together, we celebrate together with our annual Heart Awards

• Public Service student loan forgiveness program qualified employer

• Longevity Bonuses: 2, 5, and 10-year financial rewards

• Generous time off:

• Paid leave for illness, personal days, bereavement, jury duty, and military-related leave

• Paid parental leave for new families

• Paid holidays, as well as a one-week Thanksgiving break, a two-week winter break, a week-long spring break

• Wellness days and Fabulous Fridays (leave at 1:30 on Friday every other month)

• On-going professional development opportunities:

• Weekly coaching sessions

• Weekly school-based professional development

• Five in-person PD days during the year for all KIPP St. Louis teachers

Check out our KIPP St. Louis video to learn more about KIPP St. Louis Public Schools!

KIPP St. Louis is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all our students, families, teachers, staff and community members. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.