Transitional Kindergarten; TK Teacher - Elementary School

Overview

Position:
Multiple Subjects Teacher at KIPP Public Schools Northern California. You will design engaging lessons, use data to guide instruction, and create a classroom where every student learns and thrives. You will integrate Social Emotional Learning and Restorative Practices to build a joyful, inclusive, and safe community. You will collaborate with your school’s Leadership Team and Instructional Coach to strengthen your teaching practice, through weekly meetings, coaching, and feedback.

• Develop and implement daily and long-term lesson plans aligned with KIPP’s academic vision.
• Analyze student data regularly to inform instruction and support student growth.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and rigorous classroom environment grounded in Restorative Practices and SEL.
• Use culturally responsive classroom management to ensure safety, belonging, and high expectations for all students.
• Communicate proactively with families, colleagues, and leaders to build strong partnerships.
• Engage in weekly professional development and Communities of Practice.
• Maintain accurate and timely records, including attendance, grades, and behavior data.

Experience: Experience teaching students with similar demographics to the KIPP Northern California community (preferred).

Education and Certification: Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution (required).

Meet one of the following eligibility requirements (required):

• Hold a valid teaching credential in the subject of your desired role, or
• Be eligible for a General Education Limited Assignment Permit, Provisional Internship Permit, or Short Term Staff Permit. CPR certification by American Heart Association or American Red Cross is a prerequisite for this permit.

Skills and Mindsets:

• Deep commitment to KIPP’s mission and vision.
• Dedication to anti-racist, culturally responsive teaching.
• Belief that all students can achieve at the highest levels.
• Strong content knowledge and instructional skills.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom, etc.) and openness to learning new educational technologies (e.g., Zoom, Nearpod).

KIPP Northern California offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and transportation benefits. Salaries are benchmarked annually against local district and charter schools. Salary step scales are available here: KIPP Bay Area Scale (San Francisco, Oakland, San Lorenzo, East Palo Alto, Redwood City, and San Jose); KIPP Stockton Scale (Stockton only).

We are a thriving nonprofit network of free, public charter schools open to all students. We believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can be a critical factor in making that vision a reality. We strive to build a team of educators whose backgrounds and experiences reflect those of our students and families.

Please submit a cover letter and resume by clicking apply on this page.

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