Director of ELA

Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; full-time, onsite role.

Salary: $95,000–$100,000 per year, commensurate with experience.

Company

KIPP Public Schools is a national network of tuition-free public charter schools, with KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools serving students across North and West Philadelphia.

What you will do

• Set and drive the vision for a rigorous, joyful, affirming K-2 ELA academic program, including curriculum, assessment, instructional approach, and course sequencing.
• Analyze ELA academic data to identify trends, strengths, concerns, and priorities for school- and region-wide initiatives.
• Observe instruction with Assistant Principals, align expectations for instructional quality, and help resolve school-specific challenges.
• Design and lead professional development for teachers, school leaders, instructional coaches, and content leads.
• Codify and communicate curriculum, assessment, instructional resources, and program expectations clearly.
• Partner with academic leaders, local and national experts, and colleagues to implement research-based best practices and support onboarding.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; a master’s degree in Administration and Supervision and/or administrative certification is required.
• At least five years of successful teaching experience with strong student achievement outcomes.
• Regional or central office experience supporting school leadership teams.
• Experience serving students and families in urban school settings.
• Strong data analysis, instructional planning, standards-aligned instruction, and curriculum implementation skills.
• Required Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Child Abuse, and Cogent Federal Fingerprinting clearances.

Nice to have

• Pennsylvania State certification Level I or II.
• Experience leading professional development or coaching teachers.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive, culturally responsive professional community focused on anti-racism and equity.
• Coaching, workshops, and leadership development opportunities.
• Health benefits for employees and families, including medical, vision, dental, telehealth, and flexible spending accounts.
• 403(b) retirement matching and access to financial advising services.
• Mental health resources, wellness initiatives, and team-building experiences.