Elementary Cultures Teacher

Job Description

KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools seeks an inspiring world cultures teacher for our elementary grade levels. The World Cultures teacher will lead daily social studies instruction rooted in Florida social studies standards while incorporating African American studies, and projects across multiple grade levels. This educator should have a clear vision for social studies across the school that includes students engaging in learning about a variety of cultures.

Social studies instruction will supplement other core academic areas and align with English Language Arts instruction.

This is a full‑time position and will work closely in our existing specials department which includes P.E. and other specials classes. As a specials teacher, they would see students across multiple grade levels and be responsible for creating a positive classroom environment, implementing curriculum, assessing students, collaborating with their team, building relationships with our families, and other duties as assigned. Full teacher responsibilities are ultimately outlined by their School Leader.

For the 2026-27 school year, teachers at KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools (K‑8) work from 7:30 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday and may have occasional meetings or special school events outside of these hours. Student hours are typically 8:00 a.m.

- 3:30 p.m. Every Wednesday is a student early release day (1:30 p.m.), which allows teachers to participate in weekly professional development.

The specials schedule is subject to change and can vary from school to school. The specials team consists of up to seven teachers for the entire school, depending on the size of the school. Each specials teacher instructs students across multiple grade levels.

Depending on the specials area subject, the teacher may travel to classrooms or have students transition to their own classroom space. Class size is typically ~26 students and typically a teacher will see a class about once per week in a given rotation.

Our current compensation and benefits structure is very competitive and is commensurate with experience.

• Our current starting salary for a first‑year lead teacher is $50,000
• Access to individual health benefits (including medical, dental, and vision)***
• Access to individual short‑term and long‑term disability insurance***
• 403(b) retirement program with a company match***
• To support teacher practice and their growth, all lead teachers receive individualized coaching and professional development.

* The salary offered in the Docu Sign doesn’t include any stipends for which the candidate may be eligible. In our current year of paying out millage stipends, certified New‑to‑KIPP instructional staff received a historical average of $11,000 with the addition of receiving TSIA stipends. There are other opportunities to earn money at KIPP Jax in the form of additional stipends.

This role will only be eligible for instructional stipends if they have their FLDOE certification.

*** This offering is subject to change each school year. Terms would be outlined in an offer letter, if issued.

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Relevant Florida Teaching Certification or Eligibility for Certification in Elementary Education K‑6
• At least one complete year of teaching experience with a proven track‑record of high achievement in the classroom
• KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools believes that our staff will represent our core values—high 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

In accordance with Florida House Bill 531, this position requires a background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information regarding the screening process, education, and awareness, please visit the official website at:

• Two or more years of K‑8 teaching experience with a proven track‑record of high achievement in the classroom