About Us 

KIPP Public Schools is a national network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools committed to working alongside students and families to disrupt systemic educational inequity and create a future without limits.  Over 100,000 students attend one of the 270 KIPP schools that operate in 28 regions across the United States.  KIPP Philadelphia Schools Public Schools (KPPS) is a part of the national KIPP Public Schools network and currently leads six schools serving approximately 2,400 students in North and West Philadelphia. This fall, we will found our seventh school. By 2030, KPPS will lead ten schools serving approximately 4,000 students.

Our Mission 

Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.  

Position Overview

The Building Substitute provides critical, flexible support to students, classrooms, and the building at large that help our schools ensure that a) learning is maximized for students everyday and b) successful, smooth day to day operations. The Building Substitute will provide classroom coverage as needed, and should be comfortable and confident stepping into lead quality instruction across a variety of classrooms (guidance and resources will be provided). The Building Substitute will also provide a variety of other support services that support the healthy functioning of the school, including support with arrival, dismissal and transitions, general classroom assistance,  student supervision and support in common spaces (like lunch and recess), tutoring and small group learning, and other relevant duties as assigned. The daily hours for this position are 8:00-4:30 daily. Candidates should note that  while this is a one-year, grant-funded role, this position offers opportunities for growth; a number of past Building Substitutes at KPPS have gone on to serve as highly successful, permanent lead teachers at our schools. 

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Support

• Serve as a flexible substitute teacher, providing short-term coverage for lead teachers across the building
• Provide high quality instructional support in whole group and small group settings as needed
• Exhibit positive rapport with students, parents, families and staff and act as a role model for students
• Teach challenging, engaging and differentiated lessons linked to state standards
• Effectively leverage provided curricular resources and tools
• Create and foster a positive, safe learning environment that incorporates the school’s classroom management systems, core values, and code of conduct
• Demonstrate strong pedagogy and effective classroom management
• Track student progress and use data to refine and inform instruction
• Participate in all staff meetings, coaching and professional development opportunities
• Perform clerical duties as required relating to attendance reports, student reports and records, etc.
• Be available for report card nights and other events involving parents/guardians
• Other relevant duties as assigned by the school leader

Supplementary School Support

• Understand and uphold school routines and procedures
• Support with student arrival, dismissal, transitions, lunch and recess
• Provide basic operational and student support as needed to support the healthy functioning of the school, including distribution or collection of materials, communication, organization of supplies, etc.
• Other relevant duties as assigned by the school leader

Qualifications

• Love and see the high potential of all children
• Deep commitment to ensuring a warm, welcoming, safe, and joyful school and learning environment for all children, families and staff members
• Instructional experience and ability to lead rigorous lessons and leverage positive classroom management skills
• Strong ability to build and maintain relationships with students and staff
• Ability to exercise excellent judgment in decision-making; work collaboratively and take initiative
• Highly flexible, customer service orientation with ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Strong communication skills and follow-through
• Resourceful thinker with an orientation towards problem-solving
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Enthusiasm and sense of humor
• Ability to model KIPP Philadelphia values: Children First, Cultural Competence, Community and Ownership
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Prior experience in educational settings required

Compensation

• The salary for this position is $43,000 
• All KPPS staff members enjoy access to comprehensive health benefits for themselves and their families, a 403B matching program, and access to free financial advising services

To Apply
KIPP Philadelphia Schools is an equal opportunity employer.  Employees are selected on the basis of ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law.