[2026-2027] Lead Teacher - Elementary School

📋 Description

• Plan and implement a rigorous college preparatory curriculum aligned with Common Core standards.
• Commit to constant professional and personal growth through reflection, feedback, and collaboration.
• Constantly assess student progress, communicate results to families and colleagues, and adjust
• Model KIPP NYC’s character strengths in all interactions with students, families, and staff.

🎯 Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills that contribute to a collegial environment.
• At least two years of teaching experience strongly preferred.
• New York State teacher certification in the appropriate content area.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• A passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture.
• A strong desire to become a better teacher by joining the KIPP NYC team.

🎁 Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision.
• Generous time off, including 5 school vacation weeks, sick and personal days, and extended summer
• Up to 12 weeks of 100% parental leave.
• Bright Horizon Back-up Child and Elder Care.
• Employer-paid Life Insurance and Short-term/Long-term disability.
• Employee incentives include an 8-week paid Sabbatical after 10 years, and tuition reimbursement.