About this role
KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is seeking full-time, salaried Sr. Guest Educators who are passionate about education and working toward becoming fully certified teachers in Florida.
This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring teachers and experienced educators who are actively working toward their Florida teaching certification and want to be in the classroom while completing their certification requirements.
The Sr. Guest Educator role may be a great fit for educators who are:
Working toward obtaining a Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) teaching certificateHolding a certification with a subject-area, ESOL, or Reading flag that they are actively working to clearCompleting coursework, certification assessments, or other requirements needed for their professional certificateLooking for a way to continue teaching and gaining classroom experience while completing their certification pathwaySr. Guest Educators are expected to carry out the responsibilities of a classroom teacher, including:
Serve as the classroom teacher for an assigned grade level and/or subject areaPrepare and deliver high-quality, standards-aligned instructionMaintain high expectations for student achievement, engagement, and behaviorEstablish a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environmentAssess student learning and adjust instruction to meet student needsCollaborate with teachers, school leaders, and support staffCommunicate effectively with the school team to ensure consistency and a smooth experience for studentsCarry out all responsibilities expected of a full-time classroom teacherOnce you obtain your Florida teaching certification or Statement of Eligibility (SOE) from FLDOE, you will be eligible for promotion to a Lead Teacher position.
This role provides a unique opportunity to teach, grow, and make an impact now while working toward your long-term career as a certified Lead Teacher at KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Starting salary for full-time Sr. Guest Educator: $45,000Access to health benefits (including medical, dental and vision)***Access to short-term and long-term disability insurance***403b retirement program with a company match***Professional development*The salary offered in the DocuSign doesn’t include any stipends for which the candidate may be eligible. In our first year of paying out millage stipends, non-certified New-to-KIPP staff received an additional $3700. There are other opportunities to earn money at KIPP Jax in the form of additional stipends.
***This offering is subject to change each school year. Terms would be outlined in an offer letter, if issued
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's DegreeClear path to obtaining a Florida Teaching CertificateDemonstrate ability to work collaboratively with a team of teachersKIPP Jacksonville Public Schools Jacksonville believes that our staff will represent our core values—high expectations, a growth mindset, commitment to team, trust, joy, and sustainability. We search for established educators who embody them.Possess a deep commitment to both racial and educational equity for all childrenPassing a background check, as required by lawHIGHLY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related fieldExperience working in an urban public school or charter school setting APPLY
Please complete an application and upload a resume via our job board. No applicants will be considered who submit resumes through other job postings. Link here:
NOTE: If you're a current KIPP Jacksonville team member and are interested in applying, you should 1) let your current manager know that you're interested and 2) complete the application in its entirety online.
QUESTIONS
If you have questions about positions at KIPP Jacksonville, please email Jess at [email protected]
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 Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin.