[2025 - 2026] KIPP Pride High English Teacher ($2,000 Salary Supplement)

[2025 - 2026] KIPP Pride High English Teacher ($2,000 Salary Supplement) Full-time Start Date: Next year opening Department: Teacher KIPP North Carolina is a network of tuition‑free, college‑preparatory public charter schools educating approximately 3,000 students in grades K‑12 across Durham, Halifax, Northampton, and Mecklenburg counties. Your responsibilities as a Lead Teacher Review, internalize, and facilitate KIPP NC adopted & scripted curriculum. Practice lesson delivery to execute curriculum at a high level while following the pacing guide with fidelity. Create exemplar responses and documents for work to hold students accountable. Use assessment data (Interim Assessments, MAP, EOGs, EOCs, summative, formative, etc.) to drive instruction and make lesson adjustments to meet student needs. Embrace and incorporate feedback to pursue excellence. Maintain accurate gradebook, records, and data tracking systems. Embody and maintain school’s values, policies, and culture. Assume personal responsibility for student achievement. Maintain a clean classroom displaying student work and grade‑level/content appropriate decorations. Develop positive relationships with students, families, teachers, and staff through regular positive phone calls to families, weekly newsletters about the classroom, and attending all required events including Back-to-School Night, Parent‑Teacher Conferences, Athletic Events, occasional weekend community events, and Report Card Conferences. Participate in the daily functions of the school, including arrival, advisory/circle time, lunch duty, recess, and dismissal. Collaborate with your coach identifying areas of strength and areas of growth for professional development each year. Receive feedback—sometimes in real time during class, in one-on-ones, regular classroom observations, and school walkthroughs. Attend Practice Clinics to master pedagogical skills and lesson delivery during prep time. Attend school and/or regionally led Professional Development Tuesdays & Wednesdays from 3:30 – 5:00 pm each week and sometimes as needed for development. Required Qualifications A deep commitment to the mission of KIPP NC and an unwavering belief in the potential of all our students. Possesses a deep commitment to improving the lives of kids from economically marginalized communities. Valid North Carolina teaching license, ability to seek reciprocity, or willingness to pursue state certification. A Bachelor’s degree in English, Secondary Education, or related field. Pass Criminal Background Check. Demonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gap. Enthusiasm, grit, professionalism, and a sense of humor. Ability to stand and actively monitor classrooms for 8+ hours each day. Ability to lift 50 lbs or more as necessary. Preferred Qualifications At least 2 full years of teaching experience in High School English or Literature Elective. Experience teaching in a high‑performing charter school and/or schools with a high population of students with free and reduced lunch. Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of economically marginalized students. Passed or will pass the Praxis exams by September 2025. Fluency in Spanish. Additional Information Hours: M, Th, & F 7:30 am – 3:30 pm; Tu & W 7:30 am – 5:00 pm. 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. Benefits We currently offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including: Salaries paid semi-monthly throughout the year. Healthcare (medical, vision, and dental) at no cost to individuals and deep discounts for dependents. Enrollment in an optional 403(b) with employer match up to 6% of wages. Support programs for new teachers. Assigned coaching and weekly/biweekly development meetings for all teachers. Regular content and grade-level specific professional development sessions. Teaching licensure support. Generous time off: 5 days PTO & 6 days sick leave annually. Paid time off for all major national holidays, including Fall Break, Winter Break, Spring Break, and approximately 5 weeks off during the summer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kipp-School