4th Grade ELA Teacher

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools seeks a passionate 4th Grade ELA teacher at the following campus.

Teachers are assigned one grade level and are responsible for creating a positive classroom environment, implementing curriculum, assessing students, collaborating with their team, building relationships with families, and other duties as assigned. Full teacher responsibilities are ultimately outlined by their Principal.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• $50,000 starting salary for a first-year lead teacher
• Access to individual health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Access to individual short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• 403(b) retirement program with a company match
• Individualized coaching and professional development for all lead teachers
• Additional stipends may be available for certified New‑to‑KIPP instructional staff
• Offer subject to change each school year and terms will be outlined in an offer letter

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree
• Relevant Florida Teaching Certification or Eligibility for Certification in one of the following areas
• At least one complete year of teaching experience with a proven track‑record of high achievement in the classroom
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, healthy, and empowering community for students
• Passing a background check as required by law
• Background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information, visit

HIGHLY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Florida Reading Endorsement (or reading competency coursework in progress) if teaching English Language Arts
• ESOL Endorsement (or competency coursework in progress)
• Two or more years of teaching experience with a proven track‑record of high achievement in a relevant grade level

Certification – If applicants have questions about Florida certification, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Applicants should list all details about their certification status in the application, including a Florida statement of eligibility or an out‑of‑state teaching certificate.

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.