KIPP Colorado
This role comes with a $5,000 signing bonus
This is a pending placement role. Which means that a campus, grade level, and specific math content placement will be assigned upon hire. Placement could be at either of our middle school campuses.
About the KIPP Colorado Teacher Role The Teacher is the instructional leader of their classroom and is directly responsible for driving student outcomes and creating an exceptional student experience. Teachers drive the educational mission of KIPP Colorado schools by developing rigorous, engaging, affirming, grade-level and culturally-sustaining instruction that prepares students for multiple post-secondary opportunities, and is aligned with our academic program. The Teacher plans instruction, organizes learning activities, internalizes and intellectually prepares for lessons, grades equitably and consistently, and implements with fidelity all accommodations and modifications for students’ IEPs, BIPs, 504 Plans, ALPs, and MTSS interventions, supporting the individuality and multifaceted nature of all our students. The Teacher at KIPP Colorado holds full responsibility for creating and cultivating a culturally responsive classroom community that is warm-demanding, including upholding school-wide expectations, managing tier 1 behaviors, and contacting families proactively and responsively. Teachers support the campus-wide community and whole school systems through active presence at daily duties, including but not limited to: arrival duty, dismissal duty, lunch duty, threshold presence at transitions, hallway / bathroom duty, and coverage for staff absences. The position is a 10-month academic position and is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position reports to a member of the school leadership team.
About KIPP Together with families and communities, KIPP creates 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. KIPP is a national network of tuition-free, public charter schools open to all students. There are 255 college-preparatory KIPP schools in 20 states and the District of Columbia, serving more than 100,000 students. Nationally, KIPP students are graduating four-year colleges at three times the national average for low-income students.
Who we are KIPP Colorado Public Schools is a network of six free college-preparatory public charter schools open to all students. Our 350-person staff educates 2,600 students from ECE to 12th grade. At KIPP Colorado, we partner with our KIPPsters, educators, families and communities to ensure that we are all united around the goal of a choice-filled future for our KIPPsters. Our KIPP Forward Team supports our 1,000+ high school Alumni as they create their own paths. Our core values of excellence, belonging, belief, advocacy and courage are central to who we are and how we operate at all levels of our organization.
What we do We believe in the unique gifts and brilliance of every student. We believe in setting a high bar for joy and academic excellence to ensure the infinite possibilities our students have before them become a reality. We aspire to create and reinforce a culture of achievement, belonging and support. We know that every student is different and we personalize learning based on a student's needs, skills, and interests.
Role Responsibilities and Time Allocation Professional Responsibilities
Believe deeply in the mission, values, and Race, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (RIDE) commitments of KIPP Colorado Schools and that all children can and will learn
Assume personal responsibility for student achievement
Read, internalize, and adhere to the KIPP Colorado Policies and Procedures manual and guidelines
Provide an active presence, strategic supervision, and intentional monitoring to ensure student safety and engagement in rigorous learning (regardless of my role and its proximity to students)
Take ownership for the development of your craft and engage actively in coaching sessions (meet 1-2 times every 1 or 2 weeks with a manager, receive coaching, implement all provided feedback, engage in active practice, etc.)
Commit to being prepared. Such as: internalizing and preparing for lessons, preparing for O3s/coaching, preparing for meetings, coaching, PD, reading and internalizing written communication, etc.
Meet professional obligations including and not limited to meeting deadlines and honoring schedules
Consistently leverage existing professional tools, including Google Suite and Microsoft Suite
Maintain strong attendance each day and be on time to all responsibilities
Collaborate with colleagues and seek feedback in the spirit of continuous improvement
Reflect on professional practices to meet individual professional development goals
Actively participate in professional development, grade level, and department meetings
Actively engage and implement in all school-wide and Org wide professional development
Serve as a positive, contributing member of a grade team or functional team, collaborating with colleagues to tackle common challenges and implement org and grade-wide initiatives
Share candid, solutions-oriented feedback with peers and leadership on a regular basis, ensuring feedback is shared with the intended recipient and focused on improving outcomes for students
Assist with student and staff recruitment and engagement activities
Know that your role, professional development, and meetings may require travel around Denver to other KIPP Campuses, our Home Office, or other KIPP or PD events
Assist with other duties as assigned (lunch duty, arrival/dismissal duty, bathroom duty, hallway duty, school support duties, etc.)
Instructional Planning and Delivery
Develop standards-based instructional plans, including unit plans, scope and sequences, week at a glance, and daily lesson plans
Plan rigorous lessons aligned with schoolwide planning deadlines, and engage in lesson internalization practices to deliver high quality instruction
Design and implement assessments aligned with daily objectives
Grade student work and provide feedback and support
Use adopted high quality instructional materials and curriculum with fidelity, using data to inform reteach and reassessment, aligned with the school’s academic vision
Use data to drive instruction, analyzing student data to adjust plans and monitor progress toward goals
Implement all students’ IEPs, 504 Plans, ALPs, BIPs, and MTSS-aligned interventions with consistency and fidelity, including accommodations and progress monitoring
School Culture Alignment
Establish and maintain relationships with students and families based on trust and respect
Approach practice with urgency to maximize instructional time
Establish and maintain high expectations for academic work and classroom behavior
Establish and reinforce rules and consequences to maintain a positive, focused classroom
Additional Responsibilities
Active presence and supervision to ensure student safety and engagement in rigorous learning
Complete specialized certification requirements to maintain compliance (e.g., MLE coursework, CDE literacy modules, ECE licensure, ESSA highly qualified status)
Partner with the Assistant Principal of Special Services and Special Education Teachers to ensure proper implementation of 504s, BIPs, IEPs, safety plans, accommodations, modifications, and language support
Enforce positive behavior systems and monitor behavior data
Attend designated school functions outside of school hours (Back to School Night, conferences, events)
Perform support duties including bus, lunch, dismissal, chaperone field trips, and participate in meetings and events
About a Successful Candidate
What you will bring to this role:
Bachelor's degree (required)
Spanish bilingual (preferred)
Ability and willingness to fulfill ESSA criteria (required)
At least 2 years of teaching experience (highly preferred but not required)
Ability to participate in pre-planned events including before/after school, evenings, and weekends (required)
A full understanding of KIPP and a commitment to an Exceptional Student Experience
Commitment to youth from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds
Outstanding organizational skills and communication skills
Ability to manage ambiguity and multiple priorities in an entrepreneurial environment
Proactive problem solver with initiative and teamwork
Strong work ethic and enthusiastic approach
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with deadlines and attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with stakeholders across the organization
Passionate commitment to KIPP Colorado mission and RIDE commitments
Compensation and Benefits
Employee retention and satisfaction is imperative for KIPP Colorado. We provide competitive compensation and benefits including:
Competitive Market Salary: Starting salary for this role begins at $60,015 and is commensurate with experience. There is no cap on years of experience
Excellent Healthcare Plan: 100% of employee-only monthly premium paid by KIPP Colorado with options for family enrollment
Time Off: More than 6 weeks of annual vacation and PTO
Up to 8 days PTO based on hire date
Summer break through organization-wide closure (varies by location)
Parental and medical leave: 6 weeks paid and 6 weeks unpaid (total 12 weeks after first year)
Career Trajectory: Opportunity to move up and grow across schools
Mental Health Care: Access to mental health support through EAP
Technology: Laptop provided
Retirement Planning: Colorado PERA retirement program with 401k option
Relocation reimbursement where applicable
Additional Pay: Stipends at some schools
Other Insurance: Wellness reimbursement and voluntary life, disability options
Additional Information: For more information, view our benefits FAQ here.
KIPP Colorado Schools is dedicated to equal employment opportunities and fair labor practices. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, protected medical condition, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by law. We maintain a non-discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment or bias.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
This is a pending placement role. Which means that a campus, grade level, and specific math content placement will be assigned upon hire. Placement could be at either of our middle school campuses.
About the KIPP Colorado Teacher Role The Teacher is the instructional leader of their classroom and is directly responsible for driving student outcomes and creating an exceptional student experience. Teachers drive the educational mission of KIPP Colorado schools by developing rigorous, engaging, affirming, grade-level and culturally-sustaining instruction that prepares students for multiple post-secondary opportunities, and is aligned with our academic program. The Teacher plans instruction, organizes learning activities, internalizes and intellectually prepares for lessons, grades equitably and consistently, and implements with fidelity all accommodations and modifications for students’ IEPs, BIPs, 504 Plans, ALPs, and MTSS interventions, supporting the individuality and multifaceted nature of all our students. The Teacher at KIPP Colorado holds full responsibility for creating and cultivating a culturally responsive classroom community that is warm-demanding, including upholding school-wide expectations, managing tier 1 behaviors, and contacting families proactively and responsively. Teachers support the campus-wide community and whole school systems through active presence at daily duties, including but not limited to: arrival duty, dismissal duty, lunch duty, threshold presence at transitions, hallway / bathroom duty, and coverage for staff absences. The position is a 10-month academic position and is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position reports to a member of the school leadership team.
About KIPP Together with families and communities, KIPP creates 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. KIPP is a national network of tuition-free, public charter schools open to all students. There are 255 college-preparatory KIPP schools in 20 states and the District of Columbia, serving more than 100,000 students. Nationally, KIPP students are graduating four-year colleges at three times the national average for low-income students.
Who we are KIPP Colorado Public Schools is a network of six free college-preparatory public charter schools open to all students. Our 350-person staff educates 2,600 students from ECE to 12th grade. At KIPP Colorado, we partner with our KIPPsters, educators, families and communities to ensure that we are all united around the goal of a choice-filled future for our KIPPsters. Our KIPP Forward Team supports our 1,000+ high school Alumni as they create their own paths. Our core values of excellence, belonging, belief, advocacy and courage are central to who we are and how we operate at all levels of our organization.
What we do We believe in the unique gifts and brilliance of every student. We believe in setting a high bar for joy and academic excellence to ensure the infinite possibilities our students have before them become a reality. We aspire to create and reinforce a culture of achievement, belonging and support. We know that every student is different and we personalize learning based on a student's needs, skills, and interests.
Role Responsibilities and Time Allocation Professional Responsibilities
Believe deeply in the mission, values, and Race, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (RIDE) commitments of KIPP Colorado Schools and that all children can and will learn
Assume personal responsibility for student achievement
Read, internalize, and adhere to the KIPP Colorado Policies and Procedures manual and guidelines
Provide an active presence, strategic supervision, and intentional monitoring to ensure student safety and engagement in rigorous learning (regardless of my role and its proximity to students)
Take ownership for the development of your craft and engage actively in coaching sessions (meet 1-2 times every 1 or 2 weeks with a manager, receive coaching, implement all provided feedback, engage in active practice, etc.)
Commit to being prepared. Such as: internalizing and preparing for lessons, preparing for O3s/coaching, preparing for meetings, coaching, PD, reading and internalizing written communication, etc.
Meet professional obligations including and not limited to meeting deadlines and honoring schedules
Consistently leverage existing professional tools, including Google Suite and Microsoft Suite
Maintain strong attendance each day and be on time to all responsibilities
Collaborate with colleagues and seek feedback in the spirit of continuous improvement
Reflect on professional practices to meet individual professional development goals
Actively participate in professional development, grade level, and department meetings
Actively engage and implement in all school-wide and Org wide professional development
Serve as a positive, contributing member of a grade team or functional team, collaborating with colleagues to tackle common challenges and implement org and grade-wide initiatives
Share candid, solutions-oriented feedback with peers and leadership on a regular basis, ensuring feedback is shared with the intended recipient and focused on improving outcomes for students
Assist with student and staff recruitment and engagement activities
Know that your role, professional development, and meetings may require travel around Denver to other KIPP Campuses, our Home Office, or other KIPP or PD events
Assist with other duties as assigned (lunch duty, arrival/dismissal duty, bathroom duty, hallway duty, school support duties, etc.)
Instructional Planning and Delivery
Develop standards-based instructional plans, including unit plans, scope and sequences, week at a glance, and daily lesson plans
Plan rigorous lessons aligned with schoolwide planning deadlines, and engage in lesson internalization practices to deliver high quality instruction
Design and implement assessments aligned with daily objectives
Grade student work and provide feedback and support
Use adopted high quality instructional materials and curriculum with fidelity, using data to inform reteach and reassessment, aligned with the school’s academic vision
Use data to drive instruction, analyzing student data to adjust plans and monitor progress toward goals
Implement all students’ IEPs, 504 Plans, ALPs, BIPs, and MTSS-aligned interventions with consistency and fidelity, including accommodations and progress monitoring
School Culture Alignment
Establish and maintain relationships with students and families based on trust and respect
Approach practice with urgency to maximize instructional time
Establish and maintain high expectations for academic work and classroom behavior
Establish and reinforce rules and consequences to maintain a positive, focused classroom
Additional Responsibilities
Active presence and supervision to ensure student safety and engagement in rigorous learning
Complete specialized certification requirements to maintain compliance (e.g., MLE coursework, CDE literacy modules, ECE licensure, ESSA highly qualified status)
Partner with the Assistant Principal of Special Services and Special Education Teachers to ensure proper implementation of 504s, BIPs, IEPs, safety plans, accommodations, modifications, and language support
Enforce positive behavior systems and monitor behavior data
Attend designated school functions outside of school hours (Back to School Night, conferences, events)
Perform support duties including bus, lunch, dismissal, chaperone field trips, and participate in meetings and events
About a Successful Candidate
What you will bring to this role:
Bachelor's degree (required)
Spanish bilingual (preferred)
Ability and willingness to fulfill ESSA criteria (required)
At least 2 years of teaching experience (highly preferred but not required)
Ability to participate in pre-planned events including before/after school, evenings, and weekends (required)
A full understanding of KIPP and a commitment to an Exceptional Student Experience
Commitment to youth from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds
Outstanding organizational skills and communication skills
Ability to manage ambiguity and multiple priorities in an entrepreneurial environment
Proactive problem solver with initiative and teamwork
Strong work ethic and enthusiastic approach
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with deadlines and attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with stakeholders across the organization
Passionate commitment to KIPP Colorado mission and RIDE commitments
Compensation and Benefits
Employee retention and satisfaction is imperative for KIPP Colorado. We provide competitive compensation and benefits including:
Competitive Market Salary: Starting salary for this role begins at $60,015 and is commensurate with experience. There is no cap on years of experience
Excellent Healthcare Plan: 100% of employee-only monthly premium paid by KIPP Colorado with options for family enrollment
Time Off: More than 6 weeks of annual vacation and PTO
Up to 8 days PTO based on hire date
Summer break through organization-wide closure (varies by location)
Parental and medical leave: 6 weeks paid and 6 weeks unpaid (total 12 weeks after first year)
Career Trajectory: Opportunity to move up and grow across schools
Mental Health Care: Access to mental health support through EAP
Technology: Laptop provided
Retirement Planning: Colorado PERA retirement program with 401k option
Relocation reimbursement where applicable
Additional Pay: Stipends at some schools
Other Insurance: Wellness reimbursement and voluntary life, disability options
Additional Information: For more information, view our benefits FAQ here.
KIPP Colorado Schools is dedicated to equal employment opportunities and fair labor practices. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, protected medical condition, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by law. We maintain a non-discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment or bias.
#J-18808-Ljbffr