What is the experience and background of a typical KIPP teacher?
KIPP teachers are the heart and soul of KIPP schools and their “do whatever it takes” attitude is the main reason for KIPP’s enduring success. There are more than 1,500 KIPP teachers working every day to instill in our students the knowledge, skills and character to succeed in college and the competitive world beyond. While their experiences and backgrounds are varied and wide, each shares the fundamental conviction that all children can and will learn. KIPP teachers are a diverse group, including both experienced teachers from other public and private schools serving underserved students and career changers. The experience of KIPP teachers extends from first-year teachers to 35-year classroom veterans, but they are all committed to the KIPP mission and philosophy. Across our network, nearly 40 percent of our teachers are African American or Latino, about 30 percent are Teach For America alumni, and more than 35 percent hold master’s degrees.
KIPP teachers are the heart and soul of KIPP schools and their “do whatever it takes” attitude is the main reason for KIPP’s enduring success. There are currently more than 1,500 KIPP teachers nationwide, and while their experiences and backgrounds are varied, each shares the fundamental conviction that all children can and will learn. Our teachers are a diverse group. The experience of KIPP teachers extends from first-year teachers to 35-year classroom veterans, but they are all committed to the KIPP mission and philosophy. Across our network, nearly 40 percent of our teachers are African American or Latino, about 30 percent are Teach For America alumni, and more than 35 percent hold master’s degrees.
