Early Childhood Teaching Fellow (Immediate)

Washington, AR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 17 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Early Childhood Teaching Fellow (Immediate Opening)

Job Summary
The Early Childhood Teaching Fellow serves as an integral part of KIPP DC Public Schools teaching pipeline. The salary for this role is $48000. This is a full-time fully on-site role based in one of our Early Childhood Schools with an immediate start date.

About KIPP DC Public Schools
For 25 years KIPP DC has partnered with students families and the community to create joyful academically excellent schools across the nations capital. Today our network of 22 schools educate more than 7500 students in grades PreK3-12 supported by 1500 dedicated teachers leaders and staff.

Our work is grounded in five pillarsAcademic Excellence Joy & Sense of Belonging Highly Effective Teachers and Leaders Safe Structured and Nurturing Learning Environments and Commitment to College Readinesswhich ensure every student is equipped with the knowledge skills and confidence to pursue success in college careers and beyond. Our schools combine high expectations with joyful affirming environments that nurture academic success and personal growth for students and staff alike.

As part of the national KIPP network we share best practices and innovations while maintaining deep roots in Washington D.C. Together we strive toward a future without limits for our students alumni and community.

About the Teaching Fellow Role
The Teaching Fellow position is a 2025-2026 school 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 is for the 2025-26 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 for the following school year. 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 Fellows assigned school.

Location and Type of Work
Location: We have sixearly childhood schools in DC looking for excellent teachers to join their team.

Work Hours: While students receive instruction from 8:00 am to 3:30 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 three times a week.

Additional responsibilities may arise during the school year. This could include but not limited to: attending staff and student field trips open houses family-teacher conferences and other events involving parents and students as needed. We will communicate them to all employees with as much notice and flexibility as possible.

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

Requirements & Preferences:
Required Qualifications:

Bachelors degree from an accredited institution by January 2026 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

Preferred Qualifications:

Ideal candidates have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher

Physical Requirements:

Ability to travel across KIPP DC schools and throughout Washington DC.
Occasional flexibility to work outside normal business hours or weekends for KIPP DC events.

Demonstrated Excellence in the Following Areas:

Commitment to Students and Schools: Demonstrates commitment to education reform believing in every childs potential for success and prioritizing students schools and the essential role of families.
Commitment to Equity: Advances KIPP DCs commitment to anti-racism by creating a diverse equitable and inclusive environment for all stakeholders.
Continuous Learning: Commits to continuous learning through feedback self reflection humility and action.
Collaboration: Establishes and nurtures effective relationships with a diverse set of stakeholders to support the best outcomes for our work.
Perseverance: Persists in the face of challenges obstacles and setbacks. Maintains focus and motivation over time even when progress seems slow or difficult.
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Shows initiative in generating ideas and solutions; solves problems and achieves results beyond what is expected.
Organization: Sets a high bar for own work has excellent time management skills and is dedicated to getting the job done.

Compensation and Benefits:
Teaching Fellows will receive a salary of $48000 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 ($52000) Lead Teachers (starting at $65500) 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.
All employees who use public transit through WMATA are eligible for pre-tax deductions for transportation costs.

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 DCs non-discrimination policy and KIPP DCs Title IX Coordinators contact information.

Please Note: If you encounter difficulties submitting your application or fail to receive a confirmation email after applying kindly reach out to Danica Cunningham at . Please include your name resume and specify the role you are applying for in your email. We appreciate your understanding and apologize for any inconvenience caused.

Required Experience:

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Early Childhood Teaching Fellow (Immediate Opening)Job SummaryThe Early Childhood Teaching Fellow serves as an integral part of KIPP DC Public Schools teaching pipeline. The salary for this role is $48000. This is a full-time fully on-site role based in one of our Early Childhood Schools with an imm...