KIPP Durham Elementary Founding 5th Grade Lead Teacher

About KIPP North Carolina

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. 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 they have the roadmaps and guideposts they need to arrive at success—however they define it.

As a Lead Teacher, you will:

• Review, internalize, and facilitate KIPP NC adopted & scraped curriculum for K‑8 Math (Open Up Resources), K‑8 ELA (Fish Tank), K‑8 Science (Amplify & supported Science materials to match NC Standards), 9‑12 English & History (AP For All Curriculum), and 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 students’ needs.
• Embrace and incorporate feedback in the spirit of pursuing excellence.
• Maintain accurate gradebook, records, and data tracking systems.

• Embody and maintain the 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 positive phone calls to families, weekly newsletters about the classroom, and attending all required events, including but not limited to Back‑to‑School Night, Parent‑Teacher Conferences, Athletic Events, occasional weekend community events, and Report Card Conferences.
• Participate in the daily functions of the school, including but not limited to arrival, advisory / circle time, lunch duty, recess, and dismissal.

• Collaborate with your coach identifying 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:
  We believe we serve the needs and do whatever it takes for every kid, no matter their needs, abilities, or levels.
• See a Need, Fill a Need:
  When a teacher is absent we cover their class during prep; when a student needs comfort we provide it.
• Openness to Feedback:
  We improve as professionals by staying after to practice teacher moves, annotate lessons, submit lessons for feedback, and never miss a one‑on‑one with our coach.
• Student‑Centered:
  At the end of the day we always do what is best for kids.

• Salaries paid semi‑monthly throughout the year.
• Compensation based on KIPP Gaston, KIPP Charlotte / Durham, with salary supplements for active NC licensure.
• Healthcare (medical, vision, and dental) at no cost to individuals and deep discounts for dependents.
• Optional 403b with employer match up to 6 % of wages.
• Ongoing 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 all major national holidays (including Fall Break, Winter Break, Spring Break, and approximately 5 weeks off during the Summer).

• A deep commitment to the mission of KIPP NC and an unwavering belief in the potential of all our students.
• Valid…