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KIPP - English Language Development (ELD) Teacher - High School - San Jose - (26-27) at KIPP Public Schools Northern California (East San Jose)
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7/1/2026 8:34 AM Pacific
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About KIPP Public Schools Northern California We are a thriving nonprofit network of 17 free, public charter schools open to all students. At KIPP, we believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can and should be a critical partner in making their vision a reality. 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 build a more just world. Our student community consists of over 6,000 elementary, middle, and high school students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, Redwood City, and Stockton. Our student community demographics are: 94% identify as students of color, 79% qualify for free or reduced price lunch, 23% are English language learners, and 10% receive special education services. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students’ diversity.
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At KIPP Public Schools Northern California, there is a need for intensive English Language support for all of our multilingual learners and for reading intervention. The ELD teacher reports to the School Leader and will facilitate language instruction using research-based standards-aligned curriculum. Below are the expectations of all teachers working in KIPP Northern California: Our schools are looking for talented and committed teachers to play a key role in the establishment of curriculum and culture as they develop a world-class education program from the stages of vision to execution. The outcomes our students deserve necessitate continuously strong teaching from the time our students enter kindergarten until they graduate from college. As such, our teachers will work closely with each school’s leadership team to ensure our students learn, grow, and eventually achieve transformative life outcomes. Each teacher will be responsible for ensuring that our students have the opportunity to learn in an environment of joyful, excellent teaching. Above all else, the most effective teacher will find joy and purpose in teaching children the habits necessary to be successful in school, and they will relish the opportunity to imbue our students with a love for learning. They must also be committed to KIPP Public Schools Northern California’s mission, while possessing the beliefs, character traits, and skills necessary to ensure student growth and achievement. Teachers are expected to plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a TK-12 learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic and socio-emotional potential. Work is performed under the supervision of the principal.
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Qualifications Hold a B.A/B.S degree from a regionally accredited institution Meet one of the following eligibility requirements: Hold a valid teaching credential in the subject of your desired role, or Eligibility for a Provisional Internship Permit or Eligibility for a Short Term Staff Permit (CPR certification by American Heart Association or American Red Cross is a prerequisite for this permit) Experience as an educator teaching Black and Brown students for one or more years (preferred) Spanish speaking (preferred)
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Qualifications Hold a B.A/B.S degree from a regionally accredited institution Meet one of the following eligibility requirements: Hold a valid teaching credential in the subject of your desired role, or Eligibility for a Provisional Internship Permit or Eligibility for a Short Term Staff Permit (CPR certification by American Heart Association or American Red Cross is a prerequisite for this permit) Experience as an educator teaching Black and Brown students for one or more years (preferred) Spanish speaking (preferred)
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