Miami Teacher in Residence Middle School

Teacher in Residence (TiR)

KIPP Miami has designed the Teacher in Residence program to help aspiring teachers to get hands‑on experience and the certification they need to become excellent teachers at KIPP’s world‑class schools. As a TiR, you will fuse theory and practice as you work alongside experienced teachers in the classroom while earning your teaching certification.

We’re looking for Teachers in Residence (TiR) for the 2024‑2025 school year! Our schools are seeking awe‑inspiring teachers to guide our students as they climb the mountain to college and beyond. Our teachers are dynamic leaders both in and outside of their classroom. They love students, working with families and the community they serve.

Joining our schools as a teacher in residence comes with the opportunity for significant growth and development but with great power comes great responsibility. Your role as a Teacher in Residence (TiR) will involve a number of responsibilities which include but are not limited to:

• Work closely with an experienced lead classroom teacher to create lesson plans, teach, reflect on lessons and assess, collect, and use data to inform instruction.
• Build positive relationships with students and families to become part of your school community.
• Provide small group instruction.
• Assist with diagnostic and progress monitoring testing across the school.
• Communicate consistently with families about student progress.
• Attend and actively participate in professional development opportunities to support continuous growth.

• A belief in every student’s limitless potential.
• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (Transcripts showing degree conferred will be required prior to start date).
• Formal teaching experience is not necessary but some experience with children is preferred.
• A collaborative attitude towards teaching and learning.
• Ability to be reflective and see feedback as a gift that helps you learn and grow.
• You have the passion and drive to work with students and put them on a path to college and beyond.

• A record of exceptional student achievement and results at a high‑performing charter network/charter management organization.
• A belief that all students deserve a world class education which can be achieved through education reform.

KIPP Miami offers a full comprehensive benefits plan, including health care, competitive 403(B) plan and a school laptop.

KIPP Miami is an equal opportunity employer.