KIPP Columbus, a growing network of free, open enrollment public schools in Columbus, Ohio, is always in search of passionate, dynamic, and high achieving school teachers. Don't see the perfect job right now? Interested in pursuing a position within the next 2 months to two years? Submit your resume for consideration and be among the first to know about new roles that are a strong match with your background. 

Founded in 2008 with 50 students in 5th grade, KIPP Columbus currently serves nearly 2,000 students in grades Kindergarten through twelfth. During the 2018-2019 school year, and for the third year in a row, KIPP Columbus had the highest amount of academic growth of any community school in Ohio.

The mission of KIPP Columbus is to create a system of schools where students develop the intellectual, academic, and social skills needed to understand and take action on issues they encounter in everyday life. By establishing a rigorous, safe, and personalized learning environment, KIPP Columbus will foster a culture of responsibility and service and empower all students to become active and engaged citizens.  Our vision is to ensure that all students in our community will have access to a transformational education that empowers them with the knowledge, skills, and character necessary for success in college and life.

Teachers at KIPP Columbus create authentic and meaningful learning experiences for students through the use of academically rigorous content and a joyful classroom culture.

In this role, teachers work to educate the whole child, developing deep relationships with each student and working with them to meet challenging academic goals.

Responsibilities of KIPP Columbus Lead Teachers include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Craft, internalize, and implement high quality lesson plans using provided curriculum resources to meet the diverse needs of all learners
• Set and work towards achieving measurable, challenging, and realistic student goals
• Use small group instruction and technology to tailor learning plans for each individual student
• Regularly assess student work and use student achievement data to improve student academic performance
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and school leaders around curriculum and school culture
• Build authentic relationships with families to partner in ensuring the academic success of each student
• Use effective strategies to create a positive and joyful classroom climate 

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of 1 year of lead teaching (non student teaching/teaching assistant) experience
• Current Ohio Teaching License or willingness and ability to pursue certification by start date
• Deep belief in the mission of KIPP Columbus and a strong desire to work towards equity within education
• Growth mindset and a desire to learn and grow through consistent coaching and feedback
• Belief that all students are capable of success and deserve to be pushed to a rigorous academic and behavioral bar
• Willingness to do whatever it takes and go above and beyond to serve all students

Compensation and Benefits

KIPP Columbus offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit plan including medical and dental insurance, as well as group term life insurance, retirement plan and paid time off. 

Statement of Non-Disclosure

KIPP Columbus is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying to the school for consideration of any position (admission, employment, etc.). KIPP Columbus does not discriminate on the basis of disability, gender, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that is contained in the definition of hate crimes set forth in Section 4112.02 of the Ohio Revised Code.