[2026-27] KIPP Durham College Prep ELA Lead Teacher K-5 (5K Signing Bonus)

Job Responsibilities

• Review, internalize, and facilitate KIPP NC adopted & scripted curriculum
• Create exemplar responses and documents for work to hold students accountable
• Maintain accurate gradebook, records, and data tracking systems
• Embody and maintain school’s values, policies and culture
• Develop positive relationships with students, families, teachers and staff
• Participate in the daily functions of the school
• Collaborate with your coach identifying areas of strength and growth

Skills

• Instructional preparation and delivery
• Building a positive school and classroom culture
• Demonstrating a growth mindset

Requirements

• A deep commitment to the mission of KIPP NC and an unwavering belief in the potential of all students
• A valid North Carolina teaching license, ability to seek reciprocity, or willingness to pursue state certification
• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant content area
• A demonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gap
• An enthusiasm, grit, professionalism, and sense of humor
• An ability to stand and actively monitor classrooms for 8+ hours each day
• The ability to lift 50 lbs or more as necessary

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 2 full years of teaching experience in K - 12
• Experience in teaching in a high performing charter school and/or schools with a high population of students with free and reduced lunch
• A demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of economically marginalized students
• A passed or will pass the Praxis exams by September 2025
• Fluency in Spanish

Additional Information

• Hours are M, Th, & F 7:30am - 3:30, Tu & W 7:30 - 5pm
• Curriculum, materials, and resources are provided
• Each month teachers have Teacher Work Days that include professional development, data analysis, and other important information to push their students’ learning forward