KIPP Schools
2026–2027 Lead High School Teacher Candidate Pool (Anticipated)
KIPP Schools, Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32290
Company Description
KIPP
public schools is a national network of tuition‑free schools educating nearly 190,000 students in grades Prek‑12 across 21 states and Washington, DC. While each of our schools is unique to the community it serves, we are united around a shared promise: Together, a Future Without Limits. You can learn more at www.kipp.org. Why Teach at KIPP?
At KIPP we see the gifts in everyone who walks through the doors of our schools – especially our teachers. Their skill, energy, love, determination. On the good days and the hard days we support teachers to make the most of those gifts. The KIPP Difference
Respect
– For our teachers’ innate talent, desire to learn, professional growth, and lives beyond our walls. We offer pay and benefits that reflect appreciation for our teachers’ light.
Support
– As teachers progress through the day, the year, and their careers, we ensure they always feel the KIPP Team and Family at their backs, with opportunities to lead and grow.
Purpose
– Together our students, schools, families and communities share an ambitious mission to create a future without limits. We need talented teachers to realize it. Shape the future for your students and yourself by joining us in our work.
KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools
KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is part of the KIPP national network. Together with families and communities we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose – college, career, and beyond – so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. In the 2026‑2027 school year the region will comprise four schools educating 3,000+ students, kindergarten through twelfth grade, in the North and West sides of Jacksonville, Florida: KIPP Impact Academy : Kindergarten–8th grade KIPP VOICE Academy : Kindergarten–8th grade KIPP Bessie Coleman Academy : Kindergarten–8th grade KIPP Bold City High School : 9th–12th grade Teachers work Monday through Friday, may have occasional meetings or special school events outside these hours. Hours for teachers and students may vary slightly by school. K‑8 Staff : 7:30 am – 4:30 pm
K‑8 Students : 8:00 am – 3:30 pm,
Wednesday K‑8 dismissal
1:30 pm
High School Staff : 6:45 am – 3:45 pm
High School Students : 7:15 am – 2:30 pm,
Wednesday High School dismissal
12:30 pm
Every Wednesday is a student early release day, which allows teachers to participate in weekly professional development and content team meetings. This does not include Wellness Wednesdays when all staff leave at student dismissal. We will employ approximately 300 full‑time staff members. We seek educators and colleagues that represent our core values of high expectations, growth mindset, commitment to team, trust, joy, and sustainability. Learn more at www.kippjax.org/teach. To see all openings, visit our Regional Job Board. Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW
KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools seeks high school teachers for our 9th‑12th grade classrooms in the 2026‑2027 school year. While this is not a guarantee of placement, selected candidates in the pool may be invited to interview when openings arise. RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for at least one subject area. Create a positive classroom environment. Implement curriculum and assess students. Collaborate with team and build relationships with families. Other duties as assigned. Full teacher responsibilities are ultimately outlined by their school leader. KIPP Bold City’s vision is to be a high school built on student voice and choice. Bold City offers a variety of options for its students – honors classes, Advanced Placement for all, and career/technical education. Classes are chosen based on student and family interest. As the school grows we seek to add more career tracks and Dual Enrollment. We also offer a variety of extracurriculars and sports. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
First‑year lead teacher starting salary: $50,000. Access to individual health benefits (medical, dental, vision). Access to individual short‑term and long‑term disability insurance. 403(b) retirement program with a company match. All lead teachers receive individualized coaching and professional development. Salary offered in the DocuSign does not include stipends. Certified New‑to‑KIPP staff received a historical average of $13,000 with TSIA stipends. Additional stipends may be earned. This role is eligible for instructional stipends only with FLDOE certification. QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's Degree. Relevant FL teaching certification or eligibility in one of the following areas: 6‑12 Math, 6‑12 ELA, 6‑12 Social Science, 6‑12 Biology/Chemistry, etc. At least one complete year of teaching experience with a proven track‑record of high achievement in the classroom. Embodies core values: high expectations, growth mindset, commitment to team, trust, joy, sustainability. Deep commitment to an inclusive, healthy, and empowering community for students. Passing a background check, as required by law. HIGHLY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Florida Reading Endorsement (or reading competency coursework in progress) if teaching English Language Arts. ESOL Endorsement (or competency coursework in progress). Two or more years of teaching experience with a proven track‑record of high achievement in a relevant grade level. CERTIFICATION
Questions about FL certification? 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
To join the 2026‑2027 candidate pool, complete the online application and upload a resume via our job board. No applicants will be considered that submit resumes through other job postings. Link to job board: https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/KIPP/jacksonville. Indicate any preferred school locations. When a position opens, candidates from the pool will be considered for interviews based on fit and qualifications. If selected for an interview and offered an offer, compensation, placement, and other terms will be outlined in writing. If you are a current KIPP Jax team member, you should: 1) Inform your current manager of your interest in the role and 2) Complete the online application. QUESTIONS
Questions about positions at KIPP Jacksonville? Email Jess Replogle at jreplogle@kippjax.org. Resumes or cover letters are not accepted via email and will be redirected to apply via the website. KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is committed to equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment at our schools. KIPP Jacksonville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin.
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KIPP
public schools is a national network of tuition‑free schools educating nearly 190,000 students in grades Prek‑12 across 21 states and Washington, DC. While each of our schools is unique to the community it serves, we are united around a shared promise: Together, a Future Without Limits. You can learn more at www.kipp.org. Why Teach at KIPP?
At KIPP we see the gifts in everyone who walks through the doors of our schools – especially our teachers. Their skill, energy, love, determination. On the good days and the hard days we support teachers to make the most of those gifts. The KIPP Difference
Respect
– For our teachers’ innate talent, desire to learn, professional growth, and lives beyond our walls. We offer pay and benefits that reflect appreciation for our teachers’ light.
Support
– As teachers progress through the day, the year, and their careers, we ensure they always feel the KIPP Team and Family at their backs, with opportunities to lead and grow.
Purpose
– Together our students, schools, families and communities share an ambitious mission to create a future without limits. We need talented teachers to realize it. Shape the future for your students and yourself by joining us in our work.
KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools
KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is part of the KIPP national network. Together with families and communities we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose – college, career, and beyond – so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. In the 2026‑2027 school year the region will comprise four schools educating 3,000+ students, kindergarten through twelfth grade, in the North and West sides of Jacksonville, Florida: KIPP Impact Academy : Kindergarten–8th grade KIPP VOICE Academy : Kindergarten–8th grade KIPP Bessie Coleman Academy : Kindergarten–8th grade KIPP Bold City High School : 9th–12th grade Teachers work Monday through Friday, may have occasional meetings or special school events outside these hours. Hours for teachers and students may vary slightly by school. K‑8 Staff : 7:30 am – 4:30 pm
K‑8 Students : 8:00 am – 3:30 pm,
Wednesday K‑8 dismissal
1:30 pm
High School Staff : 6:45 am – 3:45 pm
High School Students : 7:15 am – 2:30 pm,
Wednesday High School dismissal
12:30 pm
Every Wednesday is a student early release day, which allows teachers to participate in weekly professional development and content team meetings. This does not include Wellness Wednesdays when all staff leave at student dismissal. We will employ approximately 300 full‑time staff members. We seek educators and colleagues that represent our core values of high expectations, growth mindset, commitment to team, trust, joy, and sustainability. Learn more at www.kippjax.org/teach. To see all openings, visit our Regional Job Board. Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW
KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools seeks high school teachers for our 9th‑12th grade classrooms in the 2026‑2027 school year. While this is not a guarantee of placement, selected candidates in the pool may be invited to interview when openings arise. RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for at least one subject area. Create a positive classroom environment. Implement curriculum and assess students. Collaborate with team and build relationships with families. Other duties as assigned. Full teacher responsibilities are ultimately outlined by their school leader. KIPP Bold City’s vision is to be a high school built on student voice and choice. Bold City offers a variety of options for its students – honors classes, Advanced Placement for all, and career/technical education. Classes are chosen based on student and family interest. As the school grows we seek to add more career tracks and Dual Enrollment. We also offer a variety of extracurriculars and sports. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
First‑year lead teacher starting salary: $50,000. Access to individual health benefits (medical, dental, vision). Access to individual short‑term and long‑term disability insurance. 403(b) retirement program with a company match. All lead teachers receive individualized coaching and professional development. Salary offered in the DocuSign does not include stipends. Certified New‑to‑KIPP staff received a historical average of $13,000 with TSIA stipends. Additional stipends may be earned. This role is eligible for instructional stipends only with FLDOE certification. QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's Degree. Relevant FL teaching certification or eligibility in one of the following areas: 6‑12 Math, 6‑12 ELA, 6‑12 Social Science, 6‑12 Biology/Chemistry, etc. At least one complete year of teaching experience with a proven track‑record of high achievement in the classroom. Embodies core values: high expectations, growth mindset, commitment to team, trust, joy, sustainability. Deep commitment to an inclusive, healthy, and empowering community for students. Passing a background check, as required by law. HIGHLY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Florida Reading Endorsement (or reading competency coursework in progress) if teaching English Language Arts. ESOL Endorsement (or competency coursework in progress). Two or more years of teaching experience with a proven track‑record of high achievement in a relevant grade level. CERTIFICATION
Questions about FL certification? 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
To join the 2026‑2027 candidate pool, complete the online application and upload a resume via our job board. No applicants will be considered that submit resumes through other job postings. Link to job board: https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/KIPP/jacksonville. Indicate any preferred school locations. When a position opens, candidates from the pool will be considered for interviews based on fit and qualifications. If selected for an interview and offered an offer, compensation, placement, and other terms will be outlined in writing. If you are a current KIPP Jax team member, you should: 1) Inform your current manager of your interest in the role and 2) Complete the online application. QUESTIONS
Questions about positions at KIPP Jacksonville? Email Jess Replogle at jreplogle@kippjax.org. Resumes or cover letters are not accepted via email and will be redirected to apply via the website. KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is committed to equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment at our schools. KIPP Jacksonville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin.
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