Career Areas | KIPP SoCal Public Schools (original) (raw)
Join Our Team
KIPP SoCal Public Schools is hiring for a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed.
Knowledge is Power
We believe the purpose of education is liberation, a practice of seeking, sharing, and applying knowledge that contributes to liberating both individuals and our society towards a more just and equitable world. Knowledge is power, with the strength to affirm all identities and enhance pathways to a brighter future, and to actualize a better tomorrow.
2024-25 School Year Roles
Core Values
Our core values are the foundation of our journey to see, develop, and inspire the greatest potential in each KIPPster: Lead with Love, Equity & Excellence, Strength in the Collective, Courage & Integrity, Learn & Grow.
Teacher Residency Program
Earn your California teaching credential through a powerful apprenticeship program focused on leadership development within a hands-on and mentored learning environment.
Professional Development
From Instructional Assistant to Teacher to Administrative roles, there is a clear and supported pathway for your career at KIPP SoCal.
Perfect School Match
With 20 school sites across Los Angeles and San Diego, we can meet you where you are in your career and where you want to be. Learn more about each of our schools.
Whole-Child Development
We believe that our students need a strong academic foundation, well-affirmed character and identity strengths, and a socio-emotional learning skill set to succeed in college and the world beyond. Learn more about our educational approach.
Where Your
Journey Matters
We respect and value the unique gifts our teachers bring. As they progress through the school day, the academic year, and their educational journey, we provide the resources needed for them to be effective in their desire and ability to transform students’ lives.
Through on-the-job training and coaching, high-quality professional development, and rigorous leadership training, KIPP SoCal educators feel supported in all stages of their educational career.
There’s A Place For You
Teachers
If you’re looking for a community committed to culturally-responsive and affirmation-inspired education, that will provide you with a clear and supported pathway for your career, a diverse set of school environments and a proven track record of both student outcomes and personal success stories, explore more about teaching with us here.
Teacher Residency
Earn your California teaching credential through a powerful apprenticeship program focused on teacher & leadership development within a highly effective, hands-on, mentored and formal learning environment.
School Leaders
We are committed to cultivating our leaders to lead us into the future. The School Leader Fellow Program is a two-year program that will prepare our leaders to become successors or founding school leaders within a high performing KIPP SoCal school.
Special Education
In collaboration with families and communities, the Special Education team applies a holistic approach to the social-emotional and educational growth of all students. Through specialized instruction, trauma-informed and evidence-based interventions, we drive equitable and inclusive practices that empower students as they climb to, through and beyond.
School Support Roles
We’re seeking big picture thinkers with a love of students, working to ensure high-quality programs for all. Learn about roles in School Operations, After-School Programs, Student Services, and Instructional Support.
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Regional Support Roles
The regional School Success Team embodies the mission of KIPP SoCal as optimistic, mission-driven people using social-intelligence and performance to make the best decisions in the interest of our schools, team members, and students. Learn about roles in Academics, KIPP Through College, Operations & Finance, Talent, and Technology.
A Day In The Life
“I have a great time helping my students learn — it’s so rewarding seeing them grow and develop as young, enthusiastic learners.”
Edana St. Pierre
KIPP SoCal 3rd Grade Teacher
"The Teacher Resident experience is meaningful to me, [because] I am surrounded by so much support, which has alleviated some of the stress that can come with being a first-time teacher. I am learning everyday and look forward to the day I have my own classroom."
Itzumi Gutierrez
KIPP SoCal Teacher Resident
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"I never forget why I am doing this and who my audience is. My goal is to make my students feel as though I am right there with them."