NAF School Of Business
High School Teacher (26-27 SY)

Job Summary
The NAF School of Business Lead Teacher role is an integral part of the KIPP DC Collegiate Preparatory High School team, ensuring high-quality, career-focused programming that provides students with real-world learning opportunities, industry-recognized credentials, and meaningful work-based learning experiences in the high-demand sector of Business, Finance, and Accounting and related fields.
Teachers may be content-specialized (for example, English, math, science, social studies, or specialty electives).

About the Team
High School includes two schools in Washington, DC, serving grades 9-12. Our teachers, leaders, and student support teams work together to provide instruction that is rigorous, culturally responsive, and grounded in strong relationships with students and families. We believe classrooms should be academically challenging, joyful, and identity-affirming, and we support teachers through coaching, collaborative planning structures, and dedicated development time.

About the Role
At KIPP DC Collegiate Preparatory, the NAF Lead Teacher for the NAF Academy serves as an innovative educator committed to preparing high school students for successful business careers. Operating in alignment with the NAF and OSSE CTE models, the KCP NAF Lead Teacher will deliver rigorous, project-based instruction in accounting and business coursework using the NAF-approved curriculum. In addition to classroom instruction, the Lead Teacher will coordinate work-based learning experiences, cultivate industry partnerships, and support students in earning industry-recognized credentials aligned with OSSE program of study requirements. Working closely with the Director, the Lead Teacher will monitor cohort progress and data to drive continuous improvement and uphold NAF certification standards.

Location and Type of Work
Fully In-Person (5 days per week onsite)

This is an in-person, school-based instructional role located at a KIPP DC campus in Washington, DC. KIPP DC schools serve students and families in person, and this position requires daily on-site presence to deliver instruction, provide student support, collaborate with teammates, and engage with families.

Teachers are responsible for classroom instruction during the student day (generally 8:00 am to 3:30 pm). Teacher work hours are typically 7:30 am to 5:00 pm two days per week, and 7:30 am to 4:00 pm three days per week, to allow for duties, collaboration, and professional development.

Key Responsibilities
The percentages for each key responsibility are estimates, and other duties may be assigned. Flexibility and responsiveness are encouraged to accommodate organizational needs.

Instructional Excellence: 20%

• Teach NAF-approved courses such as Accounting and Business Management.
• Deliver engaging, hands-on learning experiences that align with industry standards and prepare students for certifications and internships.
• Integrate project-based learning to support student development of critical and professional skills.

Student Support & Development: 20%

• Foster a growth mindset and high expectations for all students.
• Support students in building professional deliverables such as resumes and cover letters and preparing for paid internships.
• Facilitate access to mentorship, career panels, and industry experiences.

Partnership & Collaboration: 20%

• Partner with local businesses, universities, and organizations such as (ex. Amazon, EY, and Raytheon) to provide authentic learning experiences and internships.
• Collaborate with the NAF Director and other educators to ensure program alignment with student and industry needs.

Professional Growth: 20%

• Stay current on trends in Accounting and Business education and participate in professional development opportunities.
• Mentor and support other educators in implementing relevant curricula.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Math, Accounting, Business, Computer Science, Information Technology, Education, or a related field.
• Teaching certification preferred; strong consideration for relevant industry experience.
• Passion for business and financial education and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• At least one year of teaching experience in a PreK3-12th grade school OR an education degree that included student teaching / residency with full-classroom responsibility
  • "Teaching experience" here refers to serving as the teacher of record / lead instructor responsible for instruction and progress of an assigned class or section. It does not include paraprofessional work, substitute-only experience, internships without lead teaching responsibility, or daycare-only experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the relevant content area
• Demonstrated strength in the content area / grade band you are applying to teach
• Experience teaching in an urban K-12 public school setting
• Strong communication skills with families and caregivers, including culturally responsive partnership
• Strong collaboration habits with teammates (planning, data analysis, shared ownership for student growth)

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a classroom environment for extended periods to deliver instruction.
• Must be able to monitor students throughout the school building, including transitions, lunch, and recess.
• Must be able to participate in occasional school events that may occur outside traditional school hours (for example, family conferences, student showcases, or community events).

Core Competencies:

KIPP DC Vision for Teaching Excellence:

• Content Knowledge: Teachers at KIPP DC are experts in their content areas and display an exemplary ability to build understanding and interest in students at multiple ability levels. Teachers connect content across disciplines, to real life, and use their own content mastery to empower students to think deeply about academic content.
• Instructional Responsiveness: Teachers use data to engage in a deliberate cycle of internalization, planning, delivery, questioning, feedback, and reflection to move student mastery forward in academic and socio-emotional learning. Teachers are aware of how all students are performing and are able to adapt to meet the needs of students.
• Care of Students & Classroom Culture: Teachers set a joyful authentic tone and build loving relationships so that each student and family feels valued. Teachers encourage student voice, promote independent thinking, and encourage students to take risks academically and socially. Teachers collaborate with families and empower students to work towards ambitious academic and socio-emotional learning goals.
• Growth & Development: Teachers at KIPP DC are continuous learners and seek out feedback and development opportunities, while also being self reflective about their own practice. Teachers apply flexibility and a problem-solving approach to persist through challenges. Teachers have a deep and growing understanding of their own identity, mindsets, and biases and use this insight to inform their teaching and professional development.

Benefits & CompensationKIPP DC offers an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package:

• The anticipated starting salary range for this position is $65,500-$98,880. At KIPP DC we strive for clarity, equity, and to be highly competitive. When determining salaries we look at benchmarks in the education and non-profit sector. Please click here for our salary scale.
• 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, teachers have up to 7 sick days and 3 personal days, paid holidays, and paid breaks throughout the school year. This is subject to change and your exact schedule will be shared in your offer letter.

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