5th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher
kippsocal
Social Studies Teacher - Signing Bonus Eligible Role
kippsocal· Middle School
About this role
Who We Are
KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 8,300 alumni to and through college and beyond. Our award winning schools are part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners and providing the social, emotional and academic support for success in high school, college, and life.
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 create a more just world.
What We Do
At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.
You Should Apply If
You love building lasting relationships with students, creating inspiring and engaging lessons, and growing as an educator and a teammate. And, of course, you love social studies and history! We are looking for an social studies teacher for the following locations:
8GR Social Studies; KIPP Compton Upper School (Compton)
8GR Social Studies: KIPP Corazon Upper School (South Gate/Huntington Park)
5GR Social Studies: KIPP Comienza Community Prep Upper School (Huntington Park)
Likely additional needs:
6GR SS - South LA
7GR SS - South
Priority Deadline: April 20, 2026
This role is signing bonus eligible up to $4K depending on experience and credential status.
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This Social Studies Teacher - Signing Bonus Eligible Role role at kippsocal is based in KAPA - KIPP Adelante Preparatory Academy. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Social Studies Teacher - Signing Bonus Eligible Role role at kippsocal full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time 2026 2027 School Year position. It is posted as a Social Studies Teacher - Signing Bonus Eligible Role role in the Middle School department at kippsocal.
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This Social Studies Teacher - Signing Bonus Eligible Role position is part of the Middle School department at kippsocal. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Social Studies Teacher - Signing Bonus Eligible Role job at kippsocal posted?
This Social Studies Teacher - Signing Bonus Eligible Role position at kippsocal was posted on May 26, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.