KIPP
Immediate Paraprofessional
KIPP Public Schools is a national network of tuition-free public schools educating 120,000 students in grades Prek-12 across 21 states and Washington, DC. While each of our schools is as unique as the community to which it belongs, we are united around a shared promise: Together, A Future Without Limits. 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 2025-2026 school year, the KIPP Jacksonville region will be comprised of four schools educating more than 3,000 students, kindergarten through twelfth grade in the North and West sides of Jacksonville, Florida. KIPP Jacksonville aims to have a strong teacher talent pipeline and will work with any paraprofessionals who are interested in pursuing teacher certification to transition to instructional roles the following school year. POSITION SUMMARY
KIPP Jacksonville seeks paraprofessionals to support our primary K-2 classrooms and our 3rd English/Reading classrooms. The paraprofessional will be assigned one classroom and will support students alongside a lead teacher, the grade level team, and the ELA department. Paraprofessionals support the teacher during the regular school day and are under the direct supervision of a classroom teacher. Paraprofessionals will conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher to support students in small groups and assist with the preparation and/or implementation of differentiated instruction. Paraprofessionals will support the classroom by helping students with morning/arrival routines or dismissal routines, transitioning and supervising students at lunch or recess, and prepping materials used for instruction in the classroom. Paraprofessionals will receive feedback from both their classroom teacher and the school's administration team. While KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools does employ some paraprofessionals in the standard model, we are aiming to expand the number of paraprofessionals in these classrooms with additional funding sources. While it is possible funding for this position may be allocated in future years, it is now only funded through the current source through June 2025. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Pay for paraprofessionals is salaried at $35,600. Free individual health benefits (including medical, dental and vision) Free individual short-term and long-term disability insurance 403b retirement program with a company match Professional development The salary offered in the DocuSign doesn't include any stipends for which the candidate may be eligible. In our first year of paying out millage stipends, non-certified New-to-KIPP staff received an additional $3700. There are other opportunities to earn money at KIPP Jax in the form of additional stipends. This offering is subject to change each school year. Terms would be outlined in an offer letter, if issued. REQUIREMENTS Associate's Degree (Highly Qualified Status) An uncompromising belief that all students can learn KIPP Jacksonville Schools believes that our staff will represent our core valueshigh expectations, a growth mindset, commitment to team, trust, joy, and sustainability. We search for established educators who embody them. Possesses a deep commitment to both racial and educational equity for all children Passing a background check, as required by law. HIGHLY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree Experience working in an urban public school or charter school setting as a paraprofessional, a substitute, a tutor, or a similar role Experience working with students at the elementary level A long-term desire to be an educator Please complete an application and upload a resume via our job board. No applicants will be considered who submit resumes through other job postings. Link here: https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/KIPP/jacksonville If you have questions about this position at KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools, please email Jessica at jreplogle@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 Jacksonville Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment at our schools. KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin.
KIPP Public Schools is a national network of tuition-free public schools educating 120,000 students in grades Prek-12 across 21 states and Washington, DC. While each of our schools is as unique as the community to which it belongs, we are united around a shared promise: Together, A Future Without Limits. 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 2025-2026 school year, the KIPP Jacksonville region will be comprised of four schools educating more than 3,000 students, kindergarten through twelfth grade in the North and West sides of Jacksonville, Florida. KIPP Jacksonville aims to have a strong teacher talent pipeline and will work with any paraprofessionals who are interested in pursuing teacher certification to transition to instructional roles the following school year. POSITION SUMMARY
KIPP Jacksonville seeks paraprofessionals to support our primary K-2 classrooms and our 3rd English/Reading classrooms. The paraprofessional will be assigned one classroom and will support students alongside a lead teacher, the grade level team, and the ELA department. Paraprofessionals support the teacher during the regular school day and are under the direct supervision of a classroom teacher. Paraprofessionals will conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher to support students in small groups and assist with the preparation and/or implementation of differentiated instruction. Paraprofessionals will support the classroom by helping students with morning/arrival routines or dismissal routines, transitioning and supervising students at lunch or recess, and prepping materials used for instruction in the classroom. Paraprofessionals will receive feedback from both their classroom teacher and the school's administration team. While KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools does employ some paraprofessionals in the standard model, we are aiming to expand the number of paraprofessionals in these classrooms with additional funding sources. While it is possible funding for this position may be allocated in future years, it is now only funded through the current source through June 2025. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Pay for paraprofessionals is salaried at $35,600. Free individual health benefits (including medical, dental and vision) Free individual short-term and long-term disability insurance 403b retirement program with a company match Professional development The salary offered in the DocuSign doesn't include any stipends for which the candidate may be eligible. In our first year of paying out millage stipends, non-certified New-to-KIPP staff received an additional $3700. There are other opportunities to earn money at KIPP Jax in the form of additional stipends. This offering is subject to change each school year. Terms would be outlined in an offer letter, if issued. REQUIREMENTS Associate's Degree (Highly Qualified Status) An uncompromising belief that all students can learn KIPP Jacksonville Schools believes that our staff will represent our core valueshigh expectations, a growth mindset, commitment to team, trust, joy, and sustainability. We search for established educators who embody them. Possesses a deep commitment to both racial and educational equity for all children Passing a background check, as required by law. HIGHLY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree Experience working in an urban public school or charter school setting as a paraprofessional, a substitute, a tutor, or a similar role Experience working with students at the elementary level A long-term desire to be an educator Please complete an application and upload a resume via our job board. No applicants will be considered who submit resumes through other job postings. Link here: https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/KIPP/jacksonville If you have questions about this position at KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools, please email Jessica at jreplogle@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 Jacksonville Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment at our schools. KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin.