Primary Teaching Fellow – PreK – 4th Grade

Primary Teaching Fellow

About KIPP DC

By 2025, KIPP DC will build upon two decades of proven results to develop into a more impactful, innovative, and inclusive school system that provides joyful, identity-affirming learning experiences so that all students and alumni achieve extraordinary outcomes.

Our work is grounded in a commitment to excellence, equity, and justice. We believe all students have the right to rigorous, relevant, and joyful learning experiences led by exceptionally talented and diverse educators who promote student achievement and a sense of belonging. We believe students and teachers best succeed when surrounded by an ecosystem of supports, including our central headquarters team that supports KIPP DC’s 20 schools and two programs, 7,500 students, and 1,300 teachers, leaders, and staff members dedicated to this mission.

About the Role

The Teaching Fellow position is a one-year role that supports classroom instruction by assisting the lead teacher with instruction, classroom management, and differentiation for students. As new educators, Teaching Fellows are supported by the lead teacher in the classroom and a leader at their school to develop their teaching skills. This role requires a level of flexibility, as Teaching Fellows may be asked to hop in to support with coverage, teach in additional classrooms, and other duties as needed.

This position continues through the end of the 2024-25 school year. At the end of the school year, Teaching Fellows may interview for or be offered the role of Capital Teaching Resident, Lead Teacher, or another role at their school or another KIPP DC school. As the Teaching Fellow role is a one year role, a position for the following school year is not guaranteed. This role is an exempt position and will report to the principal of the Teaching Fellow’s assigned school]

What We Look for:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, all majors accepted
• A belief that all students have the right to a high quality education where educators play an integral role in providing support so that all students can succeed
• Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP DC’s mission and to advancing its antiracist ambition through their work with staff, students, alumni, and families
• Successful track record of collaboratively working and building relationships with a wide range of people
• Receives and reflects on feedback, while demonstrating an eagerness to grow
• Flexibility and positivity to take on new responsibilities when needed
• A strong record of professionalism

As a Teaching Fellow You Will:

• Assist the lead teacher with instruction, classroom culture, and administrative duties
• Support additional classrooms beyond your own when needed, including covering classes or supporting in other classrooms when needed
• Internalize and teach clear and concise developmentally-appropriate content to support student learning in small and whole groups
• Track, analyze, and use data to drive teaching and instruction
• Build trusting relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues
• Implement school-wide student culture policies within classrooms and everywhere on campus
• Conduct purposeful observations of excellent lead teachers
• Participate in regular meetings with teachers and leaders, grade level meetings, and network wide professional development
• Take on additional responsibilities throughout the school as needed
• While students receive instruction from 8:00 am-3:45 pm, KIPP DC teachers are on duty in school Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm two times a week, and 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

Benefits & Compensation

Teaching Fellows will receive a salary of $45,000 during their Teaching Fellow year

• When it comes to compensation, at KIPP DC, we strive for clarity, equity, and to be highly competitive. Following the teaching fellowship year, Teaching Fellows may interview for or be asked to become Capital Teaching Residents ($52,000), Lead Teachers (starting at 65,500), or another role at their school or another KIPP DC school. As the Teaching Fellow role is a one year role, a position for the following school year is not guaranteed.
• KIPP DC offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurances; various voluntary benefits; and employer paid benefits such as short term disability, long term disability, life insurance, and a membership to One Medical.
• KIPP DC also offers a 403(b) retirement account with a 3% employer contribution and a 3% match with vesting after three years.
• Currently, individuals in this role have up to 10 paid sick days, 12 paid holidays, paid Thanksgiving week break, winter break, spring break, and summer break. This is subject to change and your exact schedule will be shared in your offer letter

How to Apply:

Please submit an online application by going to our KIPP DC Careers page and selecting the job posting “Teaching Fellow” under “Instructional Positions.” We accept applications on a rolling basis, and we strongly recommend applying as soon as possible.

Want More Information?

• If you are interested in primary (Prek-4th Grade), schedule a quick chat or email Natalie Cheuk ([email protected]).
• If you are interested in secondary (5-12th Grade), schedule a quick chat or email Uchenna Achebe ([email protected])

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

KIPP DC Public Schools does not discriminate against, or tolerate discrimination against, employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis or protected class including, but not limited to, actual or perceived race, color, national origin, immigration status (except as necessary to comply with federal, DC, state, or local law), religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity or expression), marital status (including domestic partnership status), genetic information, political affiliation, pregnancy, family responsibilities, personal appearance, veteran status, uniform service member status, status of being unemployed, status of victim a survivor of domestic violence, sexual offense or stalking, matriculation or any other protected class under federal, state, DC, or local law.

Click here or here to review KIPP DC’s non-discrimination policy and KIPP DC’s Title IX Coordinator’s contact information.

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