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Social Studies Teacher - Signing Bonus Eligible Role

Kapa - Kipp Adelante Preparatory AcademyFull-Time 2026-2027 School Yearmid

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Who We Are KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA),

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Who We Are

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 8,300 alumni to and through college and beyond. Our award winning schools are part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners and providing the social, emotional and academic support for success in high school, college, and life.

Mission

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

What We Do

At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.

You Should Apply If

You love building lasting relationships with students, creating inspiring and engaging lessons, and growing as an educator and a teammate. And, of course, you love 6GR social studies and history! This role will be for our site in San Diego called KIPP Adelante (5GR-8GR).

Priority Deadline: August 21, 2026

Anticipated Start Date: Sept. 4, 2026

This role is signing bonus eligible up to $2K depending on experience and credential status.

Teach the knowledge and skills, nurture the confidence and character, and inspire the passion needed for our students to achieve their goals, live their best lives, and positively impact the world

Value and draw upon students’ experiences and backgrounds

Utilize a variety of instructional strategies based on the diverse needs of all the students that engage all students

Develop and administer a variety of assessments to measure students’ growth towards goals and to monitor students mastery of the content standards

Analyze informal and formal student assessment results and use this information to drive and inform instruction

Communicate and collaborate professionally with teammates, parents, and community members

Implement classroom management techniques to create a nurturing and structured classroom environment and structure

Maintain high expectations for students academic achievement and conduct

Other duties as assigned by school administration

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning

Valid preliminary or CLEAR teaching credential appropriate to role required for the role

Multiple years teaching experience in communities similar to the ones KIPP SoCal serves

Working at an organization committed to the hard work necessary to ensure education is for liberation

Spending time with students and families in the best communities of LA, Compton, and San Diego

Support and care from fellow teachers, administrators, and regional team members

Ongoing professional development and coaching from a school site manager

Creation of an individualized credentialing plan with top-notch support from our dedicated Talent Team

Very competitive and transparent compensation package inclusive of a generous benefits package

100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of the cost

Employer-paid KIPP SoCal life insurance

401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal

Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)

Generous paid time off program includes holidays and sick leave

Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, college tuition benefits program through Guardian Dental plan, etc.)

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

KIPP SoCal strives to ensure that our careers website is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact us. You can find our contact information on our website, http://www.kippsocal.org/. Information will be sent to a talent acquisition representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the hiring process.