CURRENT OPENINGS

At KIPP Minnesota, we work together with families and communities to 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.

Whether it’s providing intensive special education services or extra social-emotional learning opportunities and mental health support, our teachers and staff are committed to student success. That requires exceptional staff who guide students along this path. If you are interested in being a part of this diverse and passionate community, apply for our updated staffing opportunities.

 

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

LEADERSHIP

Outstanding schools are built, led, and sustained by empowered leaders. Set the vision. Light the way. KIPP leaders are experts in teaching and instructional leadership.

TEACHERS

KIPP teachers create classrooms defined by high expectations and joy to engage and motivate students. Our teachers believe in every student's potential to succeed.

SUPPORT STAFF

Our support staff’s vast talent and skills form the backbone of KIPP’s operational excellence. Make a difference in critical roles like business operations, leadership development, technology, social work, or transportation and food services.

 

CERTIFICATION

To ensure that our students receive the best possible education, KIPP Minnesota requires specific certifications for our teachers and support staff.

Teacher Requirements

  • Appropriate Minnesota Teaching License

Paraprofessional Requirements

  • G.E.D or High School Diploma

  • Minimal 60 college credits / Associates of Arts (A.A.) degree or higher OR successful completion of ParaPro Assessment

 
 
 

CARLOS BEDOYA ORTIZ | Operations Associate

“Before working at KIPP, I developed positive relationships within the KIPP community, which led me to apply for the position of Operations Associate. I appreciate how the KIPP community is respectful, diverse, and supportive. I also enjoy how I can use my Spanish to engage and communicate with Latino families in our community.”

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • $44,880+ Tiered Teacher scale

    $33,660+ Paraprofessionals

  • Our school-based employees work from 8 AM - 4:30 PM on school days unless otherwise approved by the employee’s direct supervisor.

  • Each school has a school leader, assistant school leader, and grade-level chair. For Special Education, we have an assistant special education director, student support services leader, and lead paraprofessionals to provide support to new teachers and school-based support roles.

  • Yes! People make career changes everyday! If you are interested in becoming a teacher, you must possess a bachelor’s degree to obtain a substitute license or a tier 1 license to help jump start your career in education.

  • Each prospective teacher must hold a bachelor’s degree to obtain a substitute license or a teaching license. Based on your level of education and the focus of your degree(s) we will apply for the appropriate tier of licensure. It will take about 6-8 weeks to obtain approval once your licensure packet (Signed application, Official transcript, Fingerprint Card, and Licensure fee) has been submitted by PELSB.

  • Absolutely! We have partnered with a number of alternative teacher prep programs to help further our staff’s education beyond their bachelor's degree. If you have not finished your bachelor’s, you must complete that prior to enrolling in an alternative teacher prep program.

QUESTIONS?

For any questions about current positions or qualifications, contact our hiring staff at work@kippminnesota.org