Primary Teaching Resident; SY

Overview

The Primary Teaching Resident serves as an integral part of KIPP DC Public Schools' teaching pipeline. This is a full-time, on-site role based in one of our Early Childhood or Elementary Schools with an anticipated start date of July 13, 2026. The first year salary for this role is $52,000.

Job Summary

The Primary Teaching Resident is part of the Capital Teaching Residency program, which provides a pathway for new teachers to develop into high-performing educators. A mentor-supported year, extensive professional development, and a focus on educational equity prepare residents for DC teaching certification upon successful program completion. Residents commit to teaching for a minimum of three years in Washington, DC.

For 25 years, KIPP DC has partnered with students, families, and the community to create joyful, academically excellent schools across the nation’s capital. Today, our network of 22 schools educates more than 7,500 students in grades PreK3-12, supported by 1,500 dedicated teachers, leaders, and staff. Our work is grounded in five pillars–Academic Excellence, Joy & Sense of Belonging, Highly Effective Teachers and Leaders, Safe, Structured, and Nurturing Learning Environments, and Commitment to College Readiness.

As part of the national KIPP network, we share best practices and innovations while maintaining deep roots in Washington, DC. We strive toward a future without limits for our students, alumni, and community.

Primary Teaching Residents commit to teaching for a minimum of three years in Washington, DC. Residents spend the first year of this commitment in an anchor classroom with a highly effective lead teacher to develop teaching skills and confidence. Early Childhood residents train in a PreK or Kindergarten classroom, while Elementary residents train in 1st through 4th grade classrooms. This is an exempt position and reports to the school’s principal.

Location:

Six early childhood schools and six elementary schools in DC are looking for exceptional teachers to join their teams.

Work Hours:

Students are instructed from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm. Teachers are on duty in school Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm two days a week and 7:30 am to 4:00 pm three days a week. In-person CTR professional development classes start in July and continue during the school year on Wednesday evenings after school hours; this professional development is required for certification.

Additional responsibilities may arise during the school year (e.g., attending staff and student field trips, open houses, family–teacher conferences). These will be communicated with notice and flexibility as possible.

Teaching (65%)

• Assist lead teachers with instruction, classroom culture, and administrative duties
• Under the supervision of your mentor teacher, gradually take on increasing classroom responsibilities as determined by classroom need and your individual performance
• Apply new skills in other grades and subjects within your school community by serving as the substitute in a classroom when a teacher is absent
• Internalize and teach clear and concise developmentally-appropriate content to support student learning
• Gather resources and prepare materials to ensure strong student engagement in lessons
• Participate in regular meetings with your mentor teacher and school coach, grade level meetings, and network wide professional development

Professional Development (20%)

• Attend and actively participate in Capital Teaching Residency professional development beginning in July 2026 through the end of the school year
• Participate in and implement feedback from observations, evaluations, and feedback meetings with school leaders and the Capital Teaching Residency team

Program Coursework (15%)

• Meet the resident clinical practice milestones in accordance with the gradual release model
• Complete all Capital Teaching Residency certification assignments and projects throughout the residency year
• Complete the applicable asynchronous course aligned to the Praxis Content Knowledge exam required for certification
• Attempt all Praxis certification examinations required for…