2021-22 Lead High School Teacher (9th) - Jacksonville

POSITION OVERVIEW 
KIPP Public Schools Jacksonville seeks high school teachers for our founding 9th grade classrooms in the 2021-22 school year. Teachers are initially assigned one subject area 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 school leader.

For the 2020-21 school year, teachers at KIPP Public Schools Jacksonville work from 7:30 a.m. - 4:15 p.m., Monday through Friday and may have occasional meetings or special school events outside of these hours. Student hours are typically 7:45 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. Hours for teachers and students vary slightly by school. Every Wednesday is a student early release day (1:30 p.m.), which allows teachers to participate in weekly professional development.

OUR CURRENT MODEL

The model for the high school will change over time as more grade levels are added and the model is subject to change.

Students in ninth grade will have a seven period bell schedule. High school lead teachers will likely have a homeroom class, teach several classes in their subject area, and one elective section in an area they are certified to teach each school day. Teachers typically see ~100 students for their core content area. Class size is typically about 25 students per class.

Projected content areas offered in ninth grade include:

• Science – biology and environmental science
• English Language Arts
• Math – algebra and geometry
• Social Studies – world history / Pre-Advanced Placement World History

The application for lead high school teacher is open for any of the above content areas. Foreign language and elective teachers should apply through a separate posting.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Our current compensation and benefits structure is very competitive and is commensurate with experience. 

• Our current starting salary for a first-year lead teacher is $50,000 
• Free individual health benefits (including medical, dental, and vision)*** 
• Free 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.

***This offering is subject to change for the 2021-22 school year. Terms would be outlined in an offer letter, if issued

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree
• Relevant Florida Teaching Certification or Eligibility for Certification in one of the following areas:
  • Science: Science 5-9, Biology 6-12, or Earth/Space Science 6-12
  • English: English 5-9 or English 6-12 
  • Mathematics: Math 5-9 or Math 6-12 
  • Social Studies: Social Studies 5-9 or Social Studies 6-12   
• At least one complete year of teaching experience with a proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom
• KIPP Public Schools Jacksonville 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. 
• Passing a background check, as required by law

HIGHLY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certifications in a 6-12 content area 
• For English Language Arts or Social Studies Teachers, a Florida Reading Endorsement (or reading competency coursework in progress) 
• Two or more years of secondary teaching experience with a proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom 
• Experience with teaching honors level or AP level courses in a high school

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.

APPLY
Please complete an application and upload a resume via our job board. No applicants will be considered that submit resumes through other job postings.  Link here: https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/KIPP/jacksonville 

QUESTIONS

If you have questions about positions at KIPP Public Schools Jacksonville, please email Emma at ekosanda@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 Public Schools Jacksonville is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment at our schools. KIPP Public Schools Jacksonville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin.