26-27 High School ELA Teacher

Company Description

KIPP Miami is part of the KIPP (Knowledge is Power Program) national nonprofit network of college-preparatory, public charter schools educating elementary, middle and high school students. KIPP has a 25-year track record of preparing students for success in college and life. Founded in 2018, KIPP Miami operates two nonprofit charter schools in Greater Miami's Urban Core community. Currently, KIPP Miami educates students in grades K-4 at KIPP Royalty Academy and 5-8 students at KIPP Courage Academy. To learn more, visit www.kippmiami.org or visit us on instagram

Opening with an inaugural ninth-grade class in school year 2026-2027 and growing to serve grades 9-12, KIPP Miami Tech will provide students with the academic foundation, professional skills, and real-world experiences necessary to excel in college or career pathways. KIPP Miami Tech will offer three specialized career academies : Business, Commercial & Digital Arts, and Technology. Students will be able to graduate not only with a high school diploma, but also with college credits, industry-recognized credentials, and hands-on experience that provide a head start on their futures.

Applicants, please note that this role has a projected start date in July 2026

Job Description

KIPP Miami seeks an experienced High School English Language Arts Teacher to design and deliver a rigorous, college-preparatory English Literature and Language Arts program. This teacher is responsible for the academic, socio-emotional growth and development of students by creating a learning experience that provides opportunities for each student to reach their full potential and gain a deeper knowledge and understanding of applicable English / Literature curriculum.

What We're Looking For

• Instructional Excellence : You plan backwards, differentiate effectively, and deliver engaging, culturally responsive lessons that move all learners to mastery.
• Advanced Program Mindset : You believe AP / AICE / IB / Dual Enrollment pathways are for all students and you expand access while maintaining rigor.
• Data-Driven & Reflective : You analyze evidence, iterate quickly, and share learning with teammates.
• Heartbeat Aligned : You build strong relationships, partner with families, and model the belief that our students will change the world.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Instruction & Curriculum

Assessment & Data

Advanced Programs & Pathways

CTE Integration

Culture & Family Partnership

Professionalism

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience

A degree in English, Journalism, Communication, Teaching or related field is preferred.

Physical Requirements

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands :

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Skills and Abilities

Nice-to-Haves :

Additional Information

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this role is $55,550-$62,250,commensurate with experience.

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

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, citizen status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our organization will make a reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of the organization. No questions on this application are asked for any unlawful purpose.

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