Company Description KIPP
KIPP Public Schools is a national network of tuition-free public schools educating nearly 190,000 students in grades Prek-12 across 21 states and Washington, DC. While each of our schools is as unique as the community to which it belongs, we are united around a shared promise: Together, A Future Without Limits. You can learn more at www.kipp.org. WHY TEACH AT KIPP?
At KIPP, we see the gifts in everyone who walks through the doors of our schools - especially our teachers. Their skill. Energy, Love. Their determination. On the good days and on the hard days. So we support our teachers to make the most of those gifts The KIPP Difference
- Respect - For our teachers’ innate talent and desire to learn, for their professional growth, and for the lives they lead beyond our walls. We offer pay and benefits that reflect our appreciation for the invaluable role our teachers play in lighting paths to opportunity for students
- Support - As our teachers progress through the day, the year, and their careers, we ensure they always feel the KIPP Team and Family at their backs, with opportunities to lead and support to grow
- Purpose - Together, our students, schools, families and communities share an ambitious mission to create a future without limits. We need talented teachers to realize it. Shape the future for your students and yourself by joining us in our work.
KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools
KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is part of the KIPP national network. Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose – college, career, and beyond – so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. In the 2027-28 school year, the KIPP Jacksonville region will be comprised of four schools educating 3,000+ students, kindergarten through twelfth grade, in the North and Westsides of Jacksonville, Florida:
- KIPP Impact Academy: Kindergarten – 8th grade
- KIPP VOICE Academy: Kindergarten – 8th grade
- KIPP Bessie Coleman Academy: Kindergarten – 8th grade
- KIPP Bold City High School: 9th - 12th grade
For the current school year, teachers at KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools work the following hours Monday through Friday and may have occasional meetings or special school events outside of these hours. Hours for teachers and students may vary slightly by school.
- K-8 Staff: 7:30am - 4:30pm K-8 Students: 8:00am - 3:30pm, Wednesday K-8 dismissal is at 1:30pm
- High School Staff: 6:45am - 3:45pm, High School Students: 7:15am - 2:30pm, Wednesday High School dismissal is at 12:30pm.
Every Wednesday is a student early release day, which allows teachers to participate in weekly professional development and content team meetings. *This doesn’t include Wellness Wednesdays when all staff leave at student dismissal. To support these schools, we will employ approximately almost 300 full-time staff members. We seek educators and colleagues that represent our core values of high expectations, growth mindset, commitment to team, trust, joy, and sustainability. To learn more about what it is like to work and teach at KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools, please visit www.kippjax.org/teach. To see all openings, visit our Regional Job Board.
Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW
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 their team, building relationships with families, and other duties as assigned. Full teacher responsibilities are ultimately outlined by their Principal.
OUR CURRENT MODEL
There are four “home room” teachers on each grade level who are each responsible for teaching a core subject. (For example, there are four teachers on the 6th grade team; each staff member teaches every student on that grade level for their assigned subject.) Class size is typically about 26 students per class.
Subjects on each grade level include English Language Arts, Social Studies, Math, and Science. Please note within the application what grade levels and/or subject area you prefer. Relevant certification should also be indicated in the application.
Please note that fifth grade is considered part of our middle school model.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Our current starting salary for a first-year lead teacher is $55,000
- Access to individual health benefits (including medical, dental, and vision)***
- Access to individual short-term and long-term disability insurance***
- 403(b) retirement program with a company match***
- To support teacher practice and their growth, all lead teachers receive individualized coaching and professional development.
There are other opportunities to earn money at KIPP Jax in the form of additional stipends. This role will only be eligible for instructional stipends if they have their FLDOE certification. Salary Disclaimer - Final salary offers are contingent upon verification of relevant work experience, applicable credentials, and other qualifying factors in accordance with organizational compensation guidelines.
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's Degree
- Relevant Florida Teaching Certification or Eligibility for Certification in one of the following areas:
- 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, 6, 7, or 8.
- English 6-12, Math 6-12, Social Science 6-12, Science 6-12 for grades 6,7, or 8.
- At least one complete year of teaching experience with a proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom
- KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools believes that our staff will represent our core values - high expectations, a growth mindset, commitment to team, trust, joy, and sustainability. We search for established educators who embody them.
- Possesses a deep commitment to creating an inclusive, healthy, and empowering community for our students.
- Passing a background check, as required by law
In accordance with Florida House Bill 531, this position requires a background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information regarding the screening process, education, and awareness, please visit the official website at: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
HIGHLY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Florida Reading Endorsement (or reading competency coursework in progress) if teaching English Language Arts
- ESOL Endorsement (or competency coursework in progress)
- Two or more years of teaching experience with a proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom in a relevant grade level
CERTIFICATION
If applicants have questions about Florida certification, please visit www.fldoe.org/edcert. Applicants should list all details about their certification status in the application, including a Florida statement of eligibility or an out-of-state teaching certificate. Additional Information Important Information About the 2027–28 Applicant Pool This application is intended to build a pool of qualified candidates for potential teaching opportunities across KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools for the 2027–2028 school year. Please note that specific campus openings, grade levels, and subject-area assignments have not yet been finalized. Submitting an application does not guarantee an available position or an offer of employment. Candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process may receive an offer for a teaching opportunity within the KIPP Jacksonville region, based on organizational needs, campus staffing, and candidate qualifications. Final campus placement, grade level, and subject-area assignments will be determined closer to the start of the 2027–2028 school year as staffing needs become clearer. By applying, you are expressing interest in future teaching opportunities across our KIPP Jacksonville schools and flexibility in placement based on organizational needs. APPLY To join the 2027-28 candidate pool, please complete the online application and upload a resume via our job board. No applicants will be considered that submit resumes through other job postings. Link to job board here: https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/KIPP/jacksonville When submitting your application, you may indicate any preferred school locations. If and when a position opens, candidates from the pool will be considered for interviews based on fit and qualifications. If selected for an interview and extended an offer, your compensation, school placement, and other terms will be outlined in writing.
If you're a current KIPP Jax team member, you should:
- Inform your current manager of your interest in the role and
- Complete the online application QUESTIONS
If you have questions about positions at KIPP Jacksonville, please email Jess Replogle at jreplogle@kippjax.org. Please understand that resumes and/or cover letters are not accepted via email and you will be redirected to apply via the website. KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment at our schools. KIPP Jacksonville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin.
