KIPP New Orleans Schools is a non-profit network of 13 college-preparatory, public charter schools educating 5500 elementary, middle, and high school students. We have a track record of preparing students for success in college and life for over a decade, and our goal is to help students develop the knowledge, skills, and character strengths they need to pursue a life filled with choices.  

At KIPP, you have the freedom to innovate and the support to grow. You never stop learning, and you’re part of a national network that’s leading the way in getting students from underserved communities to and through college. As we grow to serve more students in communities across the country, we need passionate teammates to join us and make their impact at KIPP. Where will YOU take us?  Click here to learn more about teaching and working at KIPP Public Schools!

KNOS teachers are at the core of our mission to build academically excellent schools that create unlimited opportunity for all students.

If you firmly believe that all students can learn, if you have a proven willingness to do whatever it takes to drive student achievement, if you thrive in an environment that is both collaborative and entrepreneurial, and if you are eager to work alongside passionate educators committed to creating an equitable and inclusive school environment, we want to hear from you.

• Teach students in a high quality, engaging way and be prepared to do whatever it takes for students to excel
• Create and foster a positive learning environment and exhibit positive relationships with students
• Hold high expectations for each student while implementing the school-wide student management policies within classrooms and everywhere on campus
• Use data to inform instructional decisions and communicate results to families and colleagues
• Provide individual or small group instruction for students who need additional assistance
• Provide students with daily feedback on performance and plan for individual learning needs
• Model the school’s values in all communications with students, families, and staff
• Assist in development of curriculum standards and mapping
• Commit to constant professional and personal growth through working closely as part of a team of teachers
• Participate in critical school events, including: staff meetings, open houses, parent teacher conferences and more

• Bachelor's degree (required)
• Pass Criminal Background Check (required)
• At least two years of teaching experience (strongly preferred)
• Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of ALL students (strongly preferred)
• State teaching credential (preferred)
• Experience working in urban schools (preferred)
• Grounded in our 5 organizational beliefs – Relentlessness, Equity, Achievement, Community and Hope
• An incredible work ethic and a passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture
• A strong desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a teacher and professional
• All employees hired after Friday, August 20, 2021 must be able to provide documentation that either the new-hire employee has received a COVID-19 vaccination or has requested and been granted reasonable accommodation from the KNOS Director of HR to be exempted from the requirements of this policy

Salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. Additionally, KIPP New Orleans Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and retirement.

• Healthcare (including  vision, dental, and short-term disability) provided for employees
   
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 5% salary match
   
• On-going professional development opportunities:
  • Mentor programs for new teachers
  • School-based PD over the summer, including 3-5 regional PD days
  • 3-4 regional PD days during the year for all KIPP New Orleans teachers
  • Ongoing coaching and school-based PD throughout the year
• Generous time off:
  • 90 PTO hours that equal 10 days a year
  • 29 holidays a year including Mardi Gras, Juneteenth, Thanksgiving, and Winter Break