2026–2027 Lead Elementary School Teacher Candidate Pool (Anticipated)
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Job Location:
Jacksonville, FL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
28 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
POSITION OVERVIEW
KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools seeks Lead Elementary teachers for our Kindergarten-4th grade classrooms in the 2026-2027 school year. We are building a candidate pool for Lead Elementary teachers anticipated for the school year across our network. While this is not a guarantee of placement selected candidates in the pool may be invited to interview when openings arise.
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.
OUR CURRENT MODEL
Kindergarten-2nd Grade: some lead teachers in our K-2 classrooms will work with a certified novice teacher (fellow) in their this co-teaching model lead teachers share the responsibility and accountability of their classroom with the teaching fellow. Class size is approximately 26 students. The other classrooms in K-2 grades feature a single certified teacher and typically have a paraprofessional for part of the school day. All K-2 classrooms are self-contained and are responsible for at least English Language Arts and Math instruction.
3rd-4th Grade: all lead teachers are departmentalized. A single lead teacher in each classroom is responsible for teaching specific subjects (e.g. only math only ELA). Class size is approximately 26 this model most teachers plan for one subject and teach lessons to multiple cohorts of students.
Please note that fifth grade is considered part of our middle school model and is part of a separate application.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Our current starting salary for a first-year lead teacher is $50000
Access to individual health benefits (including medical dental and vision)***
Access to individual short-term and long-term disability insurance***
403(b) retirement program with a company match***
To support teacher practice and their growth all lead teachers receive individualized coaching and professional development.
*The salary offered in the DocuSign doesnt include any stipends for which the candidate may be our current year of paying out millage stipends certified New-to-KIPP instructional staff received a historical average of $13000 with the addition of receiving TSIA stipends. There are other opportunities to earn money at KIPP Jax in the form of additional stipends. This role will only be eligible for instructional stipends if they have their FLDOE certification.
***This offering is subject to change each school year. Terms would be outlined in an offer letter if issued.
Qualifications :
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors Degree
Relevant Florida Teaching Certification or Eligibility for Certification in one of the following areas:
K-6 Elementary or PK-3 Elementary
At least one complete year of teaching experience with a proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom
KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools believes that our staff will represent our core valueshigh expectations a growth mindset commitment to team trust joy and sustainability. We search for established educators who embody them.
Possesses a deep commitment to creating an inclusive healthy and empowering community for our students.
Passing a background check as required by law
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 the classroom in a relevant grade level
CERTIFICATION
If applicants have questions about Florida certification please visit 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.
Additional Information :
APPLY
To join the candidate pool please complete the online application and upload a resume via our job board. No applicants will be considered that submit resumes through other job postings. Link to job board here: submitting your application you may indicate any preferred school locations. If and when a position opens candidates from the pool will be considered for interviews based on fit and qualifications.
If selected for an interview and extended an offer your compensation school placement and other terms will be outlined in writing.
If youre a current KIPP Jax team member you should:
1) Inform your current manager of your interest in the role and
2) Complete the online application
QUESTIONS
If you have questions about positions at KIPP Jacksonville please email Jess Replogle at Please understand that resumes and/or cover letters are not accepted via email and you will be redirected to apply via the website.
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.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Algebra
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Computer Operation
- EDI
- Lesson Planning
- Special Education
- Teaching
- Cordova
- Writing Skills
About Company
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