[2025-2026] English as a New Language (ENL) Teacher (Bronx)

Company Description

About KIPP NYC:

KIPP NYC Public Schools is a non-profit network of 18 free, public charter schools in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. We partner with families and communities to create joyful and rigorous schools in pursuit of a more just world. In 1995 we started our first middle school, KIPP Academy, in the Bronx, with a vision that every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities. Today, our network consists of eight elementary schools, nine middle schools, one high school, and KIPP Forward, a comprehensive program to support our students and alumni in choosing and preparing for the educational and career paths that fit their goals and sense of purpose. KIPP NYC currently serves more than 12,000 students and alumni, has a staff of more than 1,000 (8% of whom are alumni), and continues to grow!

Job Description

Position Overview

The English as a New Language (ENL) Teacher will provide targeted ENL instruction to English Language Learner (ELL) students across multiple campuses, with a focus on students at the Entering, Emerging, and Transitioning levels of English proficiency.

All of the instruction will be delivered in-person to ensure flexible scheduling with schools and to allow for student grouping based on proficiency level and instructional need. The ENL Teacher will collaborate with school-based Directors of Student Support Services to review students’ proficiency levels and develop service schedules.

In addition, the ENL Teacher will maintain regular communication with classroom teachers to align ENL support with core instruction and share student progress updates.

This position is based in NYC and requires travel to KIPP NYC campuses. If you relocate outside of a commutable distance or leave the state of New York, your employment status may be reviewed and could result in separation from KIPP NYC. Please inform HR if you move or are planning to relocate.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, create, and teach data-informed English as New Language (ENL) lessons that address the unique ENL needs of our students who are English Language Learners, focusing on students who are Entering and Emerging-level ENLs across grades K-12. 

• Constantly monitor progress of students and adjust instruction as needed in order to prepare students for success, while maintaining a high bar for rigor. 

• Communicate regularly about student progress with families and with school-based staff. 

• Work with Directors of Student Support Services to create a schedule that meets the needs of students and that works within the unique confines of each school’s needs.

• Work in coordination with the regional Student Support Services team to analyze data and strategize toward driving outcomes for students. 

• Work with the Regional Manager of ENL Services to communicate about ENL testing deadlines, protocols, and data analysis. 

• Support with preparations for and execution of NYSITELL and NYSESLAT assessments.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or higher in Education required with at least three years’ experience working with ENL students. 
• NYS Certification in ENL, Bilingual Education, or other relevant area
• Zest, grit, hope, love, social intelligence, gratitude, and a sense of humor.
• A passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture.
• Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of traditionally under-served students.
• Ability to balance both the independent and collaborative nature of the work
• Flexible mindset with ability to rise to challenges and work within dynamic environments. 
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop productive working relationships with multiple stakeholders across the organization 
• Meticulous attention to detail with an ability to produce high quality work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Ability to exercise discretion and judgment with the handling of highly sensitive and confidential information
• A demonstrated passion for and commitment to the core values of our mission, public education and social justice with a desire to create a work environment that embraces and appreciates diversity

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits:

KIPP NYC offers a competitive salary ranging from $70,829 - $142,270 per year. Salaries are determined using an equitable compensation scale that accounts for years of experience relevant to the role, NYS initial or professional certification, and longevity within the KIPP network. KIPP NYC will evaluate a candidate’s years of experience, certification, and longevity at the point of hire to determine the st