The School-Wide Support Teacher provides high-quality classroom coverage during teacher absences and serves as a strategic instructional resource. Responsibilities include leading diverse grade levels, facilitating small-group interventions, and analyzing scholar data to improve academic achievement.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and a Georgia teaching certification. A minimum of two years of teaching experience in underserved communities is preferred, along with a proven track record of academic excellence.
Category: TeachersOrganizational Overview KIPP Atlanta Schools is part of the KIPP (Knowledge is Power Program) national network of free, open enrollment, college-preparatory schools dedicated to ensuring that every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities. There are 280 KIPP schools in 21 states and the District of Columbia serving more than 175,000 scholars and alumni. KIPP Atlanta currently operates 9 schools including four primary schools, four middle schools and one high school, as well as KIPP Forward which supports scholars on their journey to a choice-filled life. We are a social justice organization and our vision and mission require the work of dedicated, bold and skilled leaders, educators, and support staff who are committed to serving as the catalyst for joyful, academically excellent schools and the foundation for building a more just and equitable world for our scholars.
What
We
Value
Good
Decision-Making: “I make thoughtful decisions in alignment with my school’s and organization’s values.”
Peer
Accountability: “I hold all Big KIPPsters accountable to our schools’ and organization’s values, standards, and expectations.”
Excellence
Always: “I do all aspects of my work with excellence - the big and the little things, the parts being monitored as well as those not monitored.”
Communication is
Key: “I communicate with both honesty and love. How I communicate nurtures courage, belonging, partnership, and progress toward our promise to KIPPsters and families.”
Scholars
Over
Everything: “I put our scholars first, 100% of the time, without fail. I quickly resolve any and all adult-centered concerns and qualms to reserve my individual and our collective time and attention for our KIPPsters.”
Walk
Trumps
Talk: “I chose this social justice career. And so, I behave in alignment with my choice. My behaviors match our promise to our scholars and families.” “Us”
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
403(b) Retirement Plan
Georgia Retirement Plan
Only: “I belong to every member of our organization, and every member of our organization belongs to me. I choose unity always - in both the good times and hard times.” Job Summary The School-Wide Support Teacher serves as a permanent, full-time teacher and valued instructional partner dedicated to ensuring uninterrupted, high-quality teaching and learning across the school. This position is compensated on the Teacher Salary Scale and is considered an integral member of the instructional staff. [Working Title]s are fully embedded within their assigned campus, building strong relationships with scholars, families, and staff while providing consistent, high-quality instruction throughout the school year. The School-Wide Support Teacher provides classroom coverage during teacher absences while also serving as a strategic instructional resource during periods of low staff absences. This role requires the ability to confidently teach across multiple grade levels, subject areas, and diverse learning environments, ensuring scholars receive rigorous, engaging, standards-aligned instruction regardless of the classroom assignment. In addition to leading classrooms, they may facilitate small-group interventions, co-teach alongside classroom teachers, support assessment administration, analyze scholar data to inform instruction, and provide targeted academic and operational support that advances scholar achievement and strengthens school-wide instructional excellence. This position is designed for high-performing educators who have demonstrated a proven track record of delivering exceptional instruction and accelerating scholar achievement. Successful candidates consistently exemplify rigorous, engaging, and data-driven instructional practices, establish strong classroom cultures grounded in high expectations, and skillfully differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of all learners. They possess outstanding classroom management, quickly build trust and credibility with scholars and colleagues, and maintain continuity of learning in any instructional setting.
QualificationsRequired: Bachelor’s degree required Georgia teaching certification required A minimum of two years of teaching experience in an underserved community (preferred) Demonstrate a proven track record of creating a joyful and academically excellent classroom, or demonstrate a willingness to learn how to Pass a criminal background check Have a passion for being a part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture Demonstrate commitment to closing the opportunity gap Leverage strong communication and relationship-building skills Be a collaborative team player Demonstrate a high level of integrity in decision-making Compensation & Benefits Compensation for this role is between $60,000 and $100,000. The starting pay will depend on various factors that may include but are not limited to professional experience, education, training, and certifications. KIPP
Atlanta
Schools offers a competitive benefits package that includes: 10 days of Paid Time Off, in addition to identified holidays and regular school breaks including Fall Break, Thanksgiving Break, Mid-Winter Break and Spring Break. Comprehensive health insurance (medical and dental), life insurance and optional short and long term disability Paid Parental Leave. Participation in Georgia retirement plan and an optional 403(b) retirement plan.
Working
Conditions:
Based in
Atlanta
Classroom environment
Physical
Requirements: Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds Ability to push or pull objects weighing up to 25 pounds May require stooping or crouching Equal Employment Opportunity Statement KIPP Atlanta Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Duties may be adjusted based on school and organizational needs.
Market context
Georgia classroom teacher market context
In Georgia, classroom teacher roles often draw steady interest because schools and child-focused programs need candidates who can meet licensing, safety, and classroom support requirements. This role is competitive for applicants who can show reliability, comfort with active supervision, and readiness to pass background checks; one year of child care experience is preferred, but not always required. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your fit for the physical duties and prepare examples of working with children.
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