KIPP Durham Elementary Founding 5th Grade Lead Teacher

[2026 - 2027] KIPP Durham Elementary Founding 5th Grade Lead Teacher

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Every School. Every Student. Every Day. Knowledge is Power Program (KIPP) North Carolina is a network of eight tuition‑free, college‑preparatory public charter schools educating approximately 3,000 students in grades K‑12 in Durham, Halifax, Northampton and Mecklenburg counties. At KIPP NC, we are committed to improving the life outcomes of North Carolina’s children through the delivery of research‑based, rigorous curricula, and clearing the paths that our students choose to follow by ensuring that they have the roadmaps and guideposts they need to arrive at success—however they define it.

• Review, internalize, and facilitate KIPP NC adopted & scripted curriculum
• Use K – 8 Math:
  Open Up Resources, K – 8 ELA:
  Fish Tank, and K – 8 Science:
  Amplify & supported Science materials to match NC Standards
• For 9 – 12 English & History: AP For All Curriculum; 9 – 12 Math & Science: KIPP NC Approved Materials
• Practice lesson delivery to execute curriculum at a high level while following the pacing guide with fidelity
• Create exemplar responses and documents for work to hold students accountable
• Use assessment data (Interim Assessments, MAP, EOGs, EOCs, summative, formative, etc.) to drive instruction and make lesson adjustments to meet student needs
• Embrace and incorporate feedback in the spirit of pursuing excellence
• Maintain accurate gradebook, records, and data tracking systems

• Embody and maintain school’s values, policies and culture
• Assume personal responsibility for student achievement
• Maintain a clean classroom displaying student work and grade‑level/content appropriate decorations
• Develop positive relationships with students, families, teachers and staff through regular phone calls, weekly newsletters, and attendance at required events (Back‑to‑School Night, Parent‑Teacher Conferences, Athletic Events, weekend community events, and Report Card Conferences)
• Participate in daily school functions (arrival, advisory/circle time, lunch duty, recess, dismissal)

• Collaborate with your coach to identify areas of strength and growth for professional development each year
• Receive feedback—sometimes in real time during class, in one‑on‑ones, regular classroom observations, and school walkthroughs
• Attend Practice Clinics to master pedagogical skills and lesson delivery during prep time
• Attend school and/or regionally led Professional Development Tuesdays & Wednesdays from 3:30 – 5:00 pm each week and sometimes as needed for development

• All Means All:
  Serving the needs and doing whatever it takes for every kid, no matter their needs, abilities, or levels
• See a Need, Fill a Need: A teacher is absent? We cover their class during prep. A student is crying in the hallway? We comfort them whether or not they’re our student
• Openness to Feedback:
  Improving as professionals by being open to feedback and adding new tools to our toolbox
• Student Centered:
  Doing what’s best for kids at the end of the day

• Salaries paid semi‑monthly throughout the year
• KIPP Gaston Compensation
• KIPP Charlotte / Durham Compensation
• Healthcare (medical, vision, and dental) at no cost to individuals and deep discounts for dependents
• Optional 403(b) with employer match up to 6% of wages
• On‑going professional development opportunities: support programs for new teachers, assigned coaching and weekly/biweekly development meetings for all teachers, regular content and grade‑level specific PDs, teaching licensure support
• Generous time off:
  Paid Time Off (5 days PTO & 6 days sick leave annually), paid time off for national holidays, and approximately 5 weeks off during summer

Required Qualifications

• A deep commitment to the mission of KIPP NC and an unwavering belief in the potential of all our students
• Commitment to improving the lives of kids from economically marginalized communities
• Valid North Carolina teaching…