2027-28 Diverse Learners (SPED) Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

KIPP — the largest nonprofit network of college-preparatory, public charter schools in the nation—has demonstrated, at scale, that all children have the potential to excel academically regardless of race or zip code. KIPP Public Schools is a network of 279 schools with more than 16,000 educators and 210,000 students and alumni , including Indianapolis. KIPP Indy Public Schools (KIPP Indy) was founded in 2004 with one class of fifth-grade students and has grown to serve 1,500 students across three schools. Of the students that attend KIPP Indy, 93% qualify for free and reduced lunch, 95% are African American or LatinX, 12% receive special education services, and 8% are designated as Emerging Bilinguals. As we continue to grow, our mission remains the same: to create joyful, academically excellent schools in which teachers, students, and families are all united around the same goal of preparing students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose —college, career, and beyond— so they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world.  

 

VISION
At KIPP Indy Public Schools, we envision a future without limits for every student, where joy and academic excellence come together to empower individuals to pursue their passions—be it college, career, or beyond. We recognize the unique gifts each child brings to our community and strive to cultivate their talent, perspective, and drive. Our schools—KIPP Indy Unite Elementary, KIPP Indy College Prep Middle, and KIPP Indy Legacy High—work collaboratively with families and the community to create a nurturing environment that sparks curiosity and fosters a love for learning.

We are committed to leading with equity and maintaining high expectations for all, ensuring that every student feels valued and supported in their journey. By providing access to essential resources, including college and career counseling, we prepare our students not just for academic success but for fulfilling lives as engaged citizens. Our values of community, teamwork, continuous growth, and high expectations guide our efforts to build a more just world. Together, we empower students to recognize their potential and equip them with the skills and confidence to create vibrant futures for themselves and their communities.

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW  

We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Diverse Learners Teacher to join the KIPP Indy team. KIPP Indy Diverse Learners Teachers ensure students with disabilities have access to rigorous, joyful learning experiences and the individualized support they need to thrive. Diverse Learners Teachers provide specialized instruction, serve as case managers for students with IEPs, and partner closely with general education teachers, families, and school leaders to create inclusive learning environments where all students can achieve at high levels 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Serve as case manager for an assigned caseload of students, ensuring the timely implementation, progress monitoring, documentation, and revision of IEPs to reflect students’ individual needs, progress, and required supports. 
• Design and deliver specially designed instruction aligned to students’ IEPs and individual needs through: 

1. General Education/Inclusion: Co-teaching, push-in support, and targeted small-group instruction. 
2. Special Education/Resource: Specialized direct and small-group instruction targeting specific skill deficits and IEP goals. 

• Regularly assess and track student progress toward IEP goals, adjusting instruction as needed to promote academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth. 
• Collaborate with general education teachers, support staff, and families to create inclusive learning environments that support all learners. 
• Strong understanding of behavior management strategies and interventions. 
• Use data-driven decision-making to provide targeted interventions and specialized support. 
• Provide students with appropriate accommodations and modifications in the classroom and during assessments. 
• Build trusting partnerships with students and families, ensuring they are informed and meaningfully engaged in IEP development, student progress, and decisions about student support. 
• Participate in case conferences and IEP meetings, ensuring all required documentation is complete and accurate. 
• Work with school leadership and the special education team to comply with all federal and state regulations and deadlines related to special education services. 
• Stay current on best practices in special education instruction, behavior management, and accommodations. 
• Embrace and incorporate feedback to continually improve instructional practices. 
• Participate actively in ongoing coaching, observation and feedback cycles, team learning, and required professional development; implement feedback and agreed-upon action steps to strengthen instructional practice. 

 

COMPETENCIES  

• High Expectations for All Students: Believes students with disabilities can achieve ambitious academic and personal goals when provided appropriate access, support, and high-quality instruction. 
• Inclusive & Student-Centered Practice: Creates learning environments where students' identities, strengths, needs, and perspectives are valued. 
• Collaboration & Collective Ownership: Builds strong partnerships with students, families, general education teachers, school leaders, and support teams to improve student outcomes. 
• Continuous Growth & Accountability: Demonstrates reliability and follow-through, actively seeks feedback, reflects on practice, and adjusts instruction based on student data and coaching. 

 

EXPECTATIONS  

• Arrive at school by 8:10 a.m. 
• Attend professional development, including summer onboarding. 
• Track and analyze student data regularly and attend team meetings. 
• Fulfill all expectations outlined in the KIPP Employee Handbook. 

Qualifications

• Valid Indiana teaching license with Special Education certification or eligibility ligibility and willingness to obtain appropriate licensure through an approved pathway (required).  
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in special education or a related field/ transition program (required).  
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with students with disabilities in a school setting (preferred). 
• Strong knowledge of state and federal special education regulations, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) (required).  
• Experience in writing and managing IEPs (preferred). 
• Proven track record of helping students with disabilities succeed academically, behaviorally, and socially (preferred). 
• Commitment to the KIPP Indy mission and the Indianapolis community (required).  
• Pass a criminal background check, as required by law (required).  

Additional Information

Licensed teacher starting at $50,000
Salary is commensurate with experience and includes a highly competitive benefits package. Opportunities for performance-based bonuses are also available.

Benefits Include: 

• Up to 12-weeks paid parenting leave 
• Two PPO Health Plan Options 
• Vision 
• Dental 
• Accident Insurance 
• Critical Illness 
• FSA 
• HSA 
• Life Insurance 
• Short & Long-Term Disability 
• Licensure & Tuition Assistance 
• 403B/401K Roth Retirement Options with employer match up to 10% 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Extended Employee Assistance Program 
• Paid Time Off with unlimited rollover 
• End of the year Merit Increase 
• Annual Wellness Screenings  

KIPP Indy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.