[2026-27] KIPP Pride High Daily Substitute ($120 per Day)

About the Role

KIPP North Carolina is seeking Daily Substitute Teachers to support our network of eight tuition-free, college-preparatory public charter schools serving approximately 3,000 students in grades K-12 across Durham, Halifax, Northampton, and Mecklenburg counties. As a substitute, you will play an essential role in maintaining continuity of learning for our students, stepping into classrooms on an as-needed basis to ensure educational progress continues, regardless of circumstances.

At KIPP NC, we value your adaptability, dedication, and commitment to our mission of improving life outcomes for North Carolina’s children through culturally relevant curricula and equitable educational opportunities. We offer competitive pay and support in recognition of the vital role you play in our schools.

Responsibilities

• Execute provided lesson plans and ensure all agendas, objectives, and homework are displayed accurately for the class.
• Collect student work and provide feedback, if necessary.
• Embody and maintain the school’s values, policies, and culture.
• Develop positive relationships with students, families, teachers, and staff.
• Enforce behavior management policies and ensure students always have meaningful work to engage in, such as study hall or reading time.
• Be present for arrival, recess, and dismissal to create safe spaces for students.
• Demonstrate a growth mindset and engage in giving and receiving constructive feedback with colleagues.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Pass a criminal background check.
• Demonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gap.
• Zest, grit, professionalism, and a sense of humor.

Preferred Qualifications

• An Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
• Experience teaching in a high-performing charter school and/or schools with a high population of students receiving free and reduced lunch.
• Fluency in Spanish.

Schedule

Staff school hours are 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Substitutes are called on an as-needed basis and have no guaranteed hours.

Pay

Competitive pay is offered, reflecting our deep appreciation for the essential role substitute teachers play in our schools.