KIPP Colorado
Middle School Math Teacher (25/26 School Year)
KIPP Colorado, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Middle School Math Teacher (25/26 School Year)
**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, BIP’s, 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 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 How You’ll Spend Your Time 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
Take ownership for the development of your craft and engage actively in coaching sessions
Commit to being prepared: internalizing and preparing for lessons, O3s/coaching, meetings, PD, reading, and written communication
Meet professional obligations including deadlines and schedules
Leverage professional tools such as Google Suite and Microsoft Suite
Maintain strong attendance and punctuality
Collaborate with colleagues and seek feedback
Reflect on professional practices to meet individual goals
Actively participate in professional development, grade‑level, and department meetings
Actively engage and implement in all school‑wide and organizational development
Serve as a positive, contributing member of a grade team or functional team
Share candid, solutions‑oriented feedback with peers and leadership
Assist with student and staff recruitment and engagement activities
Travel around Denver to other KIPP campuses, the Home Office, or PD events as needed
Assist with other duties as assigned (e.g., lunch duty, arrival/dismissal duty, bathroom duty, hallway duty, school support duties)
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 deadlines and engage in lesson internalization practices
Design and implement assessments aligned with daily objectives
Grade student material and provide feedback and support
Use high‑quality instructional materials and curriculum with fidelity and data‑driven instruction
Use data to drive instruction and adjust plans to meet student learning needs
Implement all students’ IEPs, 504 Plans, ALPs, BIP’s, and MTSS‑aligned interventions with consistency and fidelity
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 high expectations for academic work and classroom behavior
Establish and reinforce rules and consequences to maintain a positive, focused classroom
Additional Responsibilities
Provide an active presence, supervision, and monitoring to ensure student safety and engagement
Complete all specialized certification requirements (e.g., MLE coursework, CDE literacy modules, ESSA high‑qualified status)
Partner with the Assistant Principal of Special Services and Special Education Teachers for implementation of 504s, BIPs, IEPs, safety plans, and language support
Enforce positive behavior systems and monitor data
Attend designated school functions outside of school hours (Back to School Night, Report Card Conferences, Community Events, etc.)
Perform necessary support duties (bus, lunch, dismissal, field‑trip chaperone, parent meetings)
Develop strong relationships with families through home visits and communication
Maintain accurate and timely records, grade books, and data tracking systems
About a Successful Candidate
Bachelor’s degree (required)
Ability and willingness to meet ESSA criteria (required)
At least 2 years of teaching experience (highly preferred but not required)
Ability to participate in required events/activities such as after‑school, evening, and weekend meetings (required)
Full understanding of KIPP and commitment to an Exceptional Student Experience
Commitment to youth of diverse cultural and economic backgrounds
Outstanding organizational and communication skills
Ability to manage ambiguity and multiple priorities in an entrepreneurial environment
Proactive problem solver who demonstrates initiative and teamwork
Strong work ethic and enthusiastic approach to work
Resourceful and willing to help the school reach academic excellence
Detail oriented and excellent organizational skills
Strong communication, feedback and facilitation skills
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Professional demeanor, self‑confidence and initiative
Entrepreneurial mindset with creativity and versatility
Ability to meet multiple deadlines with meticulous attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills across stakeholder groups
Passionate commitment to KIPP Colorado mission and RIDE commitments
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive Market Salary: Starting salary for this role begins at $60,015 and is commensurate with experience. No cap on experience.
Please submit a comprehensive resume to assure all your experience is accounted for!
Excellent Healthcare Plan: 100% employee‑only monthly premium paid by KIPP Colorado and options for family enrollment
Time Off: More than 6 weeks of annual vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO); employees eligible for up to 8 days of PTO based on hire date; all employees receive summer break closure
Parental and medical leave: 6 weeks paid and 6 weeks unpaid for a total of 12 weeks after first year
Career Trajectory: Opportunity to move up, across schools, and grow career during weekly coaching sessions
Mental Health Care: Immediate and ongoing access to mental health support through the Employee Assistance Program
Technology & Access: Laptop provided
Relocation Reimbursement: Available when applicable
Additional Pay: Stipend opportunities
Other Insurance Options: Wellness reimbursement; voluntary employee, spousal, and child life insurance; voluntary long‑term disability; voluntary short‑term disability; optional basic life and AD&D
Additional Information: View our benefits FAQ for more details
Equal Employment Opportunity KIPP Colorado Schools is dedicated to equal employment opportunities and fair labor practices. KIPP Colorado Schools, KIPP Denver Collegiate High School, KIPP Northeast Denver Middle School, KIPP Northeast Elementary, KIPP Northeast Denver Leadership Academy, KIPP Sunshine Peak Academy and KIPP Sunshine Peak Elementary provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on job‑related qualifications, and the ability to perform a job without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, legally protected medical condition, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. It is our policy to maintain a non‑discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment or bias based upon these grounds.
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**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, BIP’s, 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 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 How You’ll Spend Your Time 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
Take ownership for the development of your craft and engage actively in coaching sessions
Commit to being prepared: internalizing and preparing for lessons, O3s/coaching, meetings, PD, reading, and written communication
Meet professional obligations including deadlines and schedules
Leverage professional tools such as Google Suite and Microsoft Suite
Maintain strong attendance and punctuality
Collaborate with colleagues and seek feedback
Reflect on professional practices to meet individual goals
Actively participate in professional development, grade‑level, and department meetings
Actively engage and implement in all school‑wide and organizational development
Serve as a positive, contributing member of a grade team or functional team
Share candid, solutions‑oriented feedback with peers and leadership
Assist with student and staff recruitment and engagement activities
Travel around Denver to other KIPP campuses, the Home Office, or PD events as needed
Assist with other duties as assigned (e.g., lunch duty, arrival/dismissal duty, bathroom duty, hallway duty, school support duties)
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 deadlines and engage in lesson internalization practices
Design and implement assessments aligned with daily objectives
Grade student material and provide feedback and support
Use high‑quality instructional materials and curriculum with fidelity and data‑driven instruction
Use data to drive instruction and adjust plans to meet student learning needs
Implement all students’ IEPs, 504 Plans, ALPs, BIP’s, and MTSS‑aligned interventions with consistency and fidelity
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 high expectations for academic work and classroom behavior
Establish and reinforce rules and consequences to maintain a positive, focused classroom
Additional Responsibilities
Provide an active presence, supervision, and monitoring to ensure student safety and engagement
Complete all specialized certification requirements (e.g., MLE coursework, CDE literacy modules, ESSA high‑qualified status)
Partner with the Assistant Principal of Special Services and Special Education Teachers for implementation of 504s, BIPs, IEPs, safety plans, and language support
Enforce positive behavior systems and monitor data
Attend designated school functions outside of school hours (Back to School Night, Report Card Conferences, Community Events, etc.)
Perform necessary support duties (bus, lunch, dismissal, field‑trip chaperone, parent meetings)
Develop strong relationships with families through home visits and communication
Maintain accurate and timely records, grade books, and data tracking systems
About a Successful Candidate
Bachelor’s degree (required)
Ability and willingness to meet ESSA criteria (required)
At least 2 years of teaching experience (highly preferred but not required)
Ability to participate in required events/activities such as after‑school, evening, and weekend meetings (required)
Full understanding of KIPP and commitment to an Exceptional Student Experience
Commitment to youth of diverse cultural and economic backgrounds
Outstanding organizational and communication skills
Ability to manage ambiguity and multiple priorities in an entrepreneurial environment
Proactive problem solver who demonstrates initiative and teamwork
Strong work ethic and enthusiastic approach to work
Resourceful and willing to help the school reach academic excellence
Detail oriented and excellent organizational skills
Strong communication, feedback and facilitation skills
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Professional demeanor, self‑confidence and initiative
Entrepreneurial mindset with creativity and versatility
Ability to meet multiple deadlines with meticulous attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills across stakeholder groups
Passionate commitment to KIPP Colorado mission and RIDE commitments
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive Market Salary: Starting salary for this role begins at $60,015 and is commensurate with experience. No cap on experience.
Please submit a comprehensive resume to assure all your experience is accounted for!
Excellent Healthcare Plan: 100% employee‑only monthly premium paid by KIPP Colorado and options for family enrollment
Time Off: More than 6 weeks of annual vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO); employees eligible for up to 8 days of PTO based on hire date; all employees receive summer break closure
Parental and medical leave: 6 weeks paid and 6 weeks unpaid for a total of 12 weeks after first year
Career Trajectory: Opportunity to move up, across schools, and grow career during weekly coaching sessions
Mental Health Care: Immediate and ongoing access to mental health support through the Employee Assistance Program
Technology & Access: Laptop provided
Relocation Reimbursement: Available when applicable
Additional Pay: Stipend opportunities
Other Insurance Options: Wellness reimbursement; voluntary employee, spousal, and child life insurance; voluntary long‑term disability; voluntary short‑term disability; optional basic life and AD&D
Additional Information: View our benefits FAQ for more details
Equal Employment Opportunity KIPP Colorado Schools is dedicated to equal employment opportunities and fair labor practices. KIPP Colorado Schools, KIPP Denver Collegiate High School, KIPP Northeast Denver Middle School, KIPP Northeast Elementary, KIPP Northeast Denver Leadership Academy, KIPP Sunshine Peak Academy and KIPP Sunshine Peak Elementary provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on job‑related qualifications, and the ability to perform a job without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, legally protected medical condition, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. It is our policy to maintain a non‑discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment or bias based upon these grounds.
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