2026-27 Middle School Support Teacher

Responsibilities of a KIPP Nashville Support Teacher include, but are not limited to:

Flexibly Support Student Learning - primarily as an in-building Substitute Teacher

Engage flexibly and adaptively to the needs of students across the school per the discretion of the Principal

This engagement could include, but is not limited to covering a classroom when a teacher is out, pulling small groups for intervention, moving into classroom positions should a staff member transition during the school year, classroom observations, and supporting school-wide procedures such as lunch, arrival, and dismissal.

Curriculum Development and Instruction

Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of individual students

Commitment to School and Classroom Culture

Work collaboratively with your school team and those across KIPP Nashville

Help develop school-wide culture that best fits the needs of our students, teachers and families

Attend and participate in all staff meetings and communicate openly with staff

Develop positive rapport with students

Create and foster a positive and calm learning environment

Enforce, uphold, and exhibit school’s values, student management policies and culture

Family Engagement

Establish and maintain strong communication lines with families, as needed

Be available for open houses, parent teacher conferences and other events involving parents

Make oneself available to students, parents and other staff members

Growth Mindset

Pursue challenging professional goals each year

Willing to offer support and receive constructive feedback from colleagues in order to create a professional working atmosphere that is conducive to change and improvement

Participate in school-wide and individual professional development, including pre-service training over the summer and weekly during the academic year (held during school hours)

Desired Experience

Valid Tennessee teaching license OR clear pathway to state certification (Highly Preferred)

Commitment to working with students from educationally under-resourced communities

Bachelor’s degree (Required)

Pass Criminal Background Check

Experience and demonstrated success teaching students from educationally under-resourced communities (Highly Preferred)

Experience and demonstrated success teaching students from educationally under-resourced communities (Highly Preferred)

Desired Characteristics

Unwavering commitment to KIPP Nashville’s mission, students, families, and community

Firm belief in affirming the identity of students, families and staff

Passionate and committed to being a leader for racial justice and equity, and teaching in a school committed to anti-racism

Eagerness to collaborate and problem-solve with a variety of stakeholders

Demonstrate commitment to continue their professional development individually

Possess an entrepreneurial spirit, be flexible, and willing to go above and beyond to meet the varied needs of students

Passionate about data-driven instruction

Demonstrates excitement in growing students into their highest selves

Compensation

Our comprehensive compensation package includes life insurance and long-term disability coverage provided by KIPP Nashville, voluntary medical and dental plans, in addition to retirement benefits and an annual salary increase. To establish equitable salary practices, the compensation package is derived from the regional KIPP Nashville Public Schools pay scale. This position is exempt and will follow a 10-month schedule.

Apply online at https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/KIPP/nashville . Please contact recruiting@kippnashville.org with any questions.

KIPP Nashville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual preference, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, pregnancy, or veteran status.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Locations: Antioch, Nashville

About KIPP Nashville Public Schools

KIPP Nashville Public Schools is a network of high-performing, free, open enrollment K-12 schools that has been committed to positively affecting student outcomes in Nashville since 2005. KIPP Nashville is part of the acclaimed KIPP Network, which educates 100,000+ students nationwide and supports students from Pre-Kindergarten through college, career and beyond. Through the KIPP Forward program, our team helps students identify their career of highest aspiration and develop the skills and confidence to chase their dreams. KIPP Nashville currently operates 3 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools and we are excited to open our doors to more schools in 2024 and 2025 in response to strong community demand.

The mission of KIPP Nashville is together with families and communities we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills…