26-27 High School Academy Teacher

KIPP Miami seeks an experienced High School Academy Teacher to play a key role in the buildout of KIPP Miami Technical High Schools academies in Business Commercial & Digital Arts and Technology. The ideal candidate has a proven record teaching high school and will design innovative careeraligned courses that prepare students for postsecondary pathways and industry certifications. The teacher will integrate career and technical education (CTE) strands and deliver rigorous collegepreparatory instruction with realworld application modeled after the standards of highperforming programs in the South Florida community and nationally. 

What Were Looking For

• Innovative Instructor: You deliver engaging culturally responsive instruction that bridges classroom learning with realworld applications in Business Commercial & Digital Arts and Technology.
• Academy Builder: You support the launch and expansion of KIPP Miami Technical High Schools academies while aligning courses to AP AICE IB and Dual Enrollment pathways.
• CTE Integrator: You ensure students earn meaningful certifications and exposure to industry standards across Business Technology and Health Sciences.
• DataDriven & Reflective: You use evidence to refine instruction and accelerate student growth.
• Heartbeat Aligned: You embody KIPP Miamis Heartbeat Principles by fostering strong relationships and inspiring students to pursue ambitious futures.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Instruction & Curriculum

• Design and implement rigorous academy/magnet curriculum in Business Commercial & Digital Arts and Technology that aligns with Florida B.E.S.T. Standards MiamiDade advanced program expectations and CTE frameworks.
• Lead engaging projectbased learning that integrates industryspecific knowledge and interdisciplinary themes (e.g. entrepreneurship digital design health sciences IT systems finance biotechnology).
• Provide students with authentic experiences such as simulations case studies clinical labs coding projects and business plan development.
• Ensure course content vertically aligns with collegereadiness benchmarks and advanced program sequences (AP AICE IB Dual Enrollment).

Assessment & Data

• Create common assessments capstone projects and industryspecific performance tasks; analyze student performance data to refine instruction.
• Prepare students for external assessments certifications and postsecondary opportunities in their academy fields.

Advanced Programs & Pathways

• Collaborate with school leaders to support the design launch and growth of academies in Business Commercial & Digital Arts and Technology
• Partner with local universities hospitals tech companies and business organizations to secure internships mentorships and industryaligned learning experiences.

CTE Integration

• Embed CTE competencies and prepare students for industry certifications relevant to their academy pathway (e.g. QuickBooks/Entrepreneurship for Business; CompTIA IT Fundamentals Coding Certifications for Technology;) 
• Complete required CTE coursework and state examinations within the prescribed timeline (see Qualifications) and maintain all related credentials.

Culture & Family Partnership

• Model and uphold KIPP Miamis Heartbeat Principles in all interactions; build an inclusive aspirational classroom culture that fosters belonging and joy.
• Partner proactively with families through transparent communication progress monitoring and community engagement.

Professionalism

• Serve as a program ambassador; build strong community and industry partnerships that enhance the Business Commercial & Digital Arts and Technology academies.
• Share best practices and collaborate with faculty teams; participate actively in professional learning coaching cycles and schoolwide duties.

General Operations Support

• Provide oversight of tier 1 tech support 
• Coordinate student and staff device deployment
• Check-in with regional tech manager regularly on state of technology at school

Qualifications :

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree is required
  • A degree in Business Commercial & Digital Arts and Technology or a related field is preferred.
• At least two (2) years of fulltime high school teaching experience. (required).
• Demonstrated ability to deliver rigorous instruction integrate projectbased learning and maintain strong student outcomes.
• Valid Florida Educator Certificate (or eligibility) in a 6-12 subject area and/or aligned to the magnet/academy theme. (Candidates pursuing reciprocity or temporary certification must be eligible under Florida statutes.)
• Prior success teaching in academy/magnet programs or advanced academic settings.
• Experience integrating CTE content and preparing students for industry certifications in Business Commercial & Digital Arts and Technology.
• Demonstrated ability to partner with external organizations for student internships mentorships and authentic learning opportunities.
• Commitment to complete required CTE coursework and pass state CTE examinations relevant to assigned pathways within the first 24 months of employment (tuition/fees may be eligible for reimbursement per KIPP Miami policy).
• Strong proficiency with instructional technology and datadriven decisionmaking.
• Satisfactory background check and fingerprint clearance.

Physical Requirements

The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following physical demands:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at computer or working at desk and significant fine finger dexterity.
• Often required to stand and sit.   
• Walk frequently and climb stairs.

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

Skills and Abilities

• Commitment to KIPP Miamis mission vision and goals
• Passion for working with children and school personnel
• Prior success teaching in academy/magnet programs or advanced academic settings.
• Experience integrating CTE content and preparing students for industry certifications in Business Commercial & Digital Arts and Technology.
• ESOL endorsement or willingness to obtain within required timelines; additional endorsements (e.g. Gifted Reading) a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to partner with external organizations for student internships mentorships and authentic learning opportunities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to engage and work closely with a wide range of staff members and external partners 
• Strong organization skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Flexibility and willingness to learn
• Growth Mindset
• Commitment to do whatever it takes to ensure our students have what they need to be successful
• Proficient in Microsoft Office specifically Excel
• Data base management and reporting 
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with a team on collaborative projects
• Ability to use the computer to input student data.
• Ability to effectively plan organize and implement curricula and activities.
• Ability to make decisions on behalf of children and protect their well-being.
• Must be able to manage confidential information.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and emotional constancy.
• Ability to work flexible hours. 
• Ability to work with a team on collaborative projects
• Ability to proactively problem solve; anticipate challenges before they occur
• Ability to identify inefficiencies and generate creative solutions
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and comfortably with ambiguity
• Ability to troubleshoot and manage high stress situations with a calm and positive demeanor

Nice-to-Haves:

• Degree and/or substantive career experience in Business Technology or Health Sciences.
• Proficiency in Spanish and/or Creole preferred
• Experience in highperforming school environments with a record of student growth and equitable outcomes.

Additional Information :

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this role is $55550-$62250 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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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time