High School Chemistry Teacher/Health (2025-2026 School Year) Job at KIPP St. Louis Public Schools, Saint Louis, MO

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  • KIPP St. Louis Public Schools
  • Saint Louis, MO

Job Description



Who we are : KIPP St. Louis is a part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in St. Louis City. As the largest charter school system in the city, we are driven and committed to our mission, vision, and equity statement.

Mission: Together with families and communities, we 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.

Vision : Every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities.

KIPP St. Louis currently educates over 2,000 students and at full growth, we will educate nearly 3,600 students and hundreds of alumni. Today, our St. Louis network consists of two middle schools, three elementary schools, and a high school. 

Job Description



Working at KIPP St. Louis High School, your passion is for your students and scientific discovery. You are excited to educate students about ecological systems, sustainability, and environmental issues. Teachers develop engaging, interactive lesson plans, conduct experiments, and encourage critical thinking about environmental challenges. The role involves fostering an understanding of scientific principles and promoting environmental stewardship among students.

We are looking for Science Teachers specializing in General Science, Chemistry, and Environmental Science.

Position Type : Full-time, Exempt, 10 months

Tentative Start Date: July 28, 2025

On a day-to-day basis, you can look forward to the following:

Curriculum Development and Instruction

  • Adapt and execute a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum

  •  Develop academically rigorous lessons, unit plans, rubrics, and assessments

  •  Use data to inform instructional decisions

  •  Provide students with daily feedback on performance and plan for individual learning needs

Help Build a Positive School and Classroom Culture

  • Embody and maintain the school’s values, policies, and culture

  •  Develop positive relationships with students, families, teachers, and staff

  •  Establish and maintain strong communication with all parents and share progress

  •  Effectively supervise and manage a classroom of up to 30 students

  •  Show up for critical school events, including staff meetings, open houses, parent-teacher conferences, and more

Demonstrate a Growth Mindset

  • Pursue challenging professional goals each year

  • Give and receive positive and constructive feedback from your colleagues

  • Participate in school-wide and individual professional development

  • Part-time teachers MUST attend professional development 

School-Based Staff staff must have the ability to...

  • Operate a computer and office equipment on a daily basis

  • Occasional moderate lifting, pushing, and pulling

  • Maintain emotional control under stress

  • Interpret policy, procedures, and data

  • Communicate effectively (verbal and written)

Qualifications



What you bring to the table: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Edcuation or related content area (REQUIRED)

  • Valid Missouri Teacher Certification, Missouri Substitute Certification, or willingness to become certified ASAP (REQUIRED)

  • Pass Criminal Background Check

  • Demonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gap

Additional Information



What we bring to the table:

We are a fast-paced, energetic team and family with passionate people who are leading a movement to cultivate their best working environment we provide the following:

  • $0 deductible healthcare plan option, including medical, vision, and dental. 

  • Employer Paid Short Term Disability

  • $50,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee

  • Retirement plan through PSRSSL with a 12% match and an optional 403b as a supplement to our pension program

  • Employee Recognition: When we succeed together, we celebrate together with our annual Heart Awards

  • Public Service student loan forgiveness program qualified employer

  • Longevity Bonuses: 2, 5, and 10-year financial rewards

Generous time off:

  • Paid leave for illness, personal days, bereavement, jury duty, and military-related leave

  • Paid parental leave for new families

  • Paid holidays, as well as a one-week Thanksgiving break, about two-weeks of winter break, one-week for spring break

  • Fabulous Fridays (leave at 1:30 on Friday every other month)

On-going professional development opportunities:

  • Weekly coaching sessions

  • Weekly school-based professional development

  • Five in-person PD days during the year for all KIPP St. Louis teachers

KIPP St. Louis is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all our students, families, teachers, staff and community members. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. 

Job Tags

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