We Are a Team & Family

At KIPP, we see the gifts in everyone who walks through the doors of our schools—especially our teachers. Their expertise. Passion. Dedication. Their unwavering commitment to students, on the good days and the hard days. That’s why we support our teachers in making the most of their talents. It starts with respect, respect for their innate abilities, their professional growth, and the lives they lead beyond our classrooms.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE TEACHING AT KIPP

You’ll Teach in a Community That Lives Its Values

At KIPP Tulsa, our teachers are part of a team that is deeply committed to our shared values. We don’t just work in classrooms, we work in schools and communities. We collaborate, share responsibility, and celebrate successes together. Like a family, we support one another, act with empathy, and build strong, trusting relationships with our students, families, and colleagues.

You’ll Be the Change

As a teacher, you’ll join a national network of over 278 KIPP schools, making an impact that extends far beyond the classroom. Your teaching will fuel hope, drive equity, and inspire optimism as we work toward a more just and equitable world for our students and their families. Every lesson, every interaction, and every moment of encouragement will help transform lives and shape the future, starting right here in Tulsa.

You’ll Be Empowered and Valued

We believe in setting our teachers up for success. That’s why we provide competitive compensation, innovative tools, and meaningful professional development opportunities. You’ll have the resources, autonomy, and support needed to create a dynamic, engaging, and joyful learning environment for your students.

You’ll Never Stop Growing

At KIPP, we believe great teachers never stop learning. You’ll receive individualized coaching, participate in professional learning communities, and have access to ongoing training and development. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or just starting your journey, we invest in your growth, so you can invest in the success of your students.

You’ll Create Joyful Moments

As a KIPP teacher, you’ll help build a culture of joy, celebration, and connection. Whether it’s seeing a student’s face light up with understanding, celebrating milestones together, or fostering a love of learning, you’ll create moments that matter—moments that make a lasting impact on your students, their families, and your own career.

Math Teacher (Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus, or College Prep Math)

At KIPP Tulsa, we are seeking a dedicated and passionate Math Teacher to inspire and challenge scholars in Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus, or College Prep Math. The ideal candidate will cultivate a love for mathematics, foster critical thinking, and develop problem-solving skills while maintaining high expectations for academic excellence and personal growth.

Instructional Delivery and Assessment

• Develop year-long, Oklahoma Academic Standards-based unit plans and lesson plans that meet the diverse learning needs of all scholars.

• Design and implement rigorous, student-centered lessons that emphasize mathematical reasoning, real-world application, and conceptual understanding.

• Utilize assessment data, including formative and summative assessments, to modify short- and long-term instructional plans, ensuring all scholars achieve academic success.

• Integrate mathematical tools, technology, and manipulatives to enhance student engagement and mastery of content.

• Embrace and incorporate feedback in the spirit of continuous improvement and professional growth.

Academic and Cultural Support

• Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to build a culture of academic excellence, perseverance, and curiosity in math.

• Establish and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with scholars and families to support academic and personal growth.

• Supervise and actively participate in daily school functions, including morning, lunch, and afternoon duties.

• Participate in school-wide events such as staff meetings, open houses, back-to-school nights, parent orientations, parent-teacher conferences, and PTO events.

• Develop individualized learning plans for scholars needing additional support and communicate these plans to families in parent meetings and conferences.

• Uphold professional responsibilities, including timeliness, consistency in meeting deadlines, and adherence to school policies and expectations.

If you are passionate about mathematics education and committed to preparing scholars for success in college, career, and beyond, we encourage you to apply!

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Math from an accredited four-year college or university
• Master's in Math, preferred
• Valid Oklahoma Teaching Certificate with required certification for subject and level assigned, if applicable
• Demonstrated knowledge of the core subject area assigned
• Satisfactory outcome of a background check. Employees are responsible for a non-refundable fingerprinting fee (approximately $60).

Applicants currently pursuing a certification may apply before certification is received. All certifications must be acquired and on file with KIPP Tulsa before the end of the first year of employment. *

Competencies:

• Unwavering commitment to KIPP Tulsa's mission, scholars, families, and community
• Strong record of helping children achieve academic success, primarily with students in educationally underserved communities,
• Strong desire to teach an academically intense curriculum and commit to an extended school day, week, and year.
• Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a teacher and professional; offer and receive constructive feedback.
• Willingness to be flexible and to go above and beyond to meet the needs of KIPP Tulsa scholars.

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

Compensation and Benefits:

This is a Full-Time, 10-month teaching position. 

Employees are eligible to participate in employer benefits including health, dental, life, accidental death and dismemberment, short and long term disability and participation in Oklahoma Teacher Retirement plans.

As an equal opportunity employer, KIPP Tulsa does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any other basis made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations.