K-8 Learning Specialist; ESE

About KIPP Public Schools

KIPP Public Schools is a national network of tuition‑free public schools educating nearly 190,000 students in grades PreK‑12 across 21 states and Washington, DC. While each school is as unique as the community it serves, we share a promise: “Together, A Future Without Limits.” Learn more p.org.

We see gifts in everyone who walks through our doors, especially our teachers. Their skill, energy, love and determination drive us to support teachers to make the most of those gifts.

• Respect for our teachers’ talent, growth, and lives outside the classroom. We offer pay and benefits that reflect our appreciation.
• Support: opportunities to lead and grow; a team that backs you throughout your career.
• Purpose:
  
  together we create a future without limits. We need talented teachers to realize it.

Part of the KIPP national network. We create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

In the 2026‑2027 school year the Jacksonville region will comprise four schools educating over 3,000 students, kindergarten‑through‑12th grade, in the North and Westsides of Jacksonville, Florida.

• KIPP Impact Academy:
  Kindergarten – 8th grade
• KIPP VOICE Academy:
  Kindergarten – 8th grade
• KIPP Bessie Coleman Academy:
  Kindergarten – 8th grade
• KIPP Bold City High School: 9th – 12th grade

Teacher work hours vary slightly by school.

• K‑8 Staff: 7:30 am – 4:30 pm. Students: 8:00 am – 3:30 pm. Wednesday K‑8 dismissal at 1:30 pm.
• High School Staff: 6:45 am – 3:45 pm. Students: 7:15 am – 2:30 pm. Wednesday High School dismissal at 12:30 pm.

Every Wednesday is a student early‑release day so teachers can attend professional development and content team meetings. Wellness Wednesdays allow all staff to leave at student dismissal.

We will employ approximately 300 full‑time staff members and seek educators who embody high expectations, a growth mindset, commitment to team, trust, joy, and sustainability. More about working at KIPP Jacksonville:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). See all openings at the Regional Job Board.

KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools seeks Learning Specialists (LS) for the 2026‑27 school year. The LS ensures compliance with all IEPs, teaches small groups, facilitates general‑education support, and collaborates with families through the special‑education process. The LS supports multiple grade levels, facilitates the RTI process with staff, holds regular IEP meetings, and works directly with students to meet IEP goals. All LSs create a positive classroom environment, implement curriculum, assess students, collaborate with teams, build relationships with families, and carry out other duties as assigned.

Full teacher responsibilities are ultimately outlined by the School Principal.

Starting salary for a first‑year Learning Specialist is $50,000.

• Health benefits:
  
  medical, dental, vision.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match.
• Individual coaching & professional development for all lead teachers.
• Stipends may apply for instructional staff with FLDOE certification (historical average $11,000).
• Terms may change each year. The offer letter outlines specific terms.

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Relevant Florida Teaching Certification or Eligibility for Certification (ESE K‑12).
• At least one complete year of teaching experience with a proven track‑record of high achievement.
• Alignment with core values: high expectations, growth mindset, commitment to team, trust, joy, sustainability.
• Deep commitment to racial and educational equity for all children.
• Passing required background check as required by law.

In accordance with Florida House Bill 531, this position requires background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information:

• Florida Reading Endorsement or reading competency coursework in progress.
• Additional certifications in K‑6…