High School Learning Specialist; ESE

Learning Specialist (ESE) – 2026‑27

KIPP is hiring a High School Learning Specialist (ESE) to support special education students at KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools. The role involves ensuring compliance with Individual Education Plans (IEPs), providing instruction in small groups and inclusive settings, facilitating the Response to Intervention (RtI) process, collaborating with staff and families, and delivering specialized services tailored to student needs across multiple grade levels.

• Ensure compliance with all Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and facilitate regular IEP meetings.
• Provide push‑in co‑teach, pull‑out small‑group instruction, and Learning Strategies classes focused on academic skills and postsecondary readiness.
• Collaborate with staff and families to support students’ special education needs and progress.
• Use multiple service delivery models tailored to student needs at the high school level.
• Assist with the RtI process and coordinate services across grade levels.
• Maintain a positive classroom environment and implement curriculum aligned with IEP goals.

• Push‑in support: co‑teach a general education classroom to provide accommodations, differentiation, and academic support aligned to IEP goals.
• Pull‑out support: deliver small‑group instruction in a resource setting for targeted intervention and skill development.
• Learning Strategies course: teach a scheduled class focused on IEP goal progress, academic skills, and postsecondary readiness.

• Starting salary: $50,000 for first‑year Learning Specialists.
• Stipends available for certified staff (average $11,000 additional).
• Health benefits (medical, dental, vision).
• Individual short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• 403(b) retirement program with company match.

• 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.
• Commitment to racial and educational equity for all children.
• Pass background check as required by law.
• Strong alignment with KIPP core values: high expectations, growth mindset, team commitment, trust, joy, and sustainability.
• Highly preferred:
  Florida Reading Endorsement; additional subject area certifications; two or more years of teaching experience.

KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment at our schools. KIPP Jacksonville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin.