Managing Director of Teaching & Learning

KIPP Public Schools is a national network of tuition-free public charter schools preparing students with the skills and confidence needed to create the futures they want for themselves, their communities, and us all.

We are a network of 279 schools, nearly 16,500 educators, and 210,000 students and alumni. KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools (KPPS) is part of the national KIPP Public Schools network and currently leads eight schools serving 3,400 students in North and West Philadelphia. By 2030, KPPS will be serving approximately 4,000 students.

Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

At KPPS, we believe that talented, committed, and culturally competent educators and staff are the foundation of our students success. We work to create a professional community grounded in joy, candor, care, and connection – where every team member can bring their authentic self, grow in their craft, and contribute to meaningful work. Here is what you can expect:

• Commitment to Anti-Racism & Equity:
  Join a team dedicated to dismantling systemic barriers and creating inclusive, culturally responsive schools where all students and staff can thrive.
• Joyful, Inclusive Community:
  Work in a collaborative, identity-affirming environment that values relationships, celebrates individuality, and supports the well-being of adults and children alike.
• Competitive & Equitable Compensation:
  Benefit from transparent compensation structures, including performance-based bonuses that recognize meaningful contributions.
• Professional Growth & Leadership Pathways:
  Access high-quality development – including coaching, workshops, and tailored leadership opportunities – designed to support your long-term career trajectory.
• Authenticity & Belonging:
  Be part of a culture that encourages you to show up as your full self and contribute to a community rooted in trust and respect.
• People-Centered Excellence:
  Join colleagues who believe strong relationships and thoughtful preparation drive excellent outcomes—for students and for staff.
• Comprehensive Well-Being Support:
  Receive whole-person support through coaching, mental health resources, wellness initiatives, and team-building experiences that prioritize your professional and personal growth.

Reporting to the Chief Schools Officer, the Managing Director of Teaching and Learning (MDTL) is responsible for enhancing and managing the core academic program at KPPS, including our vision for high quality, rigorous, and liberatory instruction, teacher and leader coaching and development, and K-12 curriculum and assessment. The MDTL will work to ensure that KPPS students across our region build the skills, knowledge, and mindsets essential to leading a choice-filled life through our K-12 coursework and experiences.

The MDTL leads the Teaching & Learning Team, which currently includes a Director of Math, a Director of Literacy, and a Director of K-2, but may grow larger over time. The MDTL is responsible for coaching, developing, and managing each team member. The MDTL will bring a well- developed equity lens, deep knowledge of academic standards, experience directly managing and coaching employees, and experience leading initiatives across multiple schools.

• Build and operate with in-depth knowledge and expertise in all aspects of the KIPP Philadelphia Schools K-12 instructional design, including curriculum, assessment, pedagogical approach, and core content.
• Design and lead the ongoing revision and enhancement of our current K-12 academic program, including gathering feedback from and engaging in thought partnership with school and regional leaders and driving regional academic initiatives.
• Understand and operate with a deep understanding of the connection between identity, experience, and equity, and use this lens to support critical revisions to our core academic program needed to affirm and center Black children.
• Ensure our academic…