Why Impact?
Warm and Welcoming Community
Every Impact team member is known, valued, and respected. We actively strive to build connections among teachers, leaders, and Home Office staff.
Emphasis on Growth
One of our core values is “Everyone Grows.” This isn’t just a value for scholars - it applies to adults as well! Impact teachers receive regular 1:1 coaching from an instructional expert and collaborate weekly with grade-level team colleagues. Impact also supports Teaching Fellows in applying to and paying for a teacher certification program!
Unwavering Belief That All Scholars are Exceptional
Joining Impact means joining a diverse team that authentically believes in each and every child and their ability to thrive.
School-Site Employee Benefits
At IPS, we recognize that our teachers work very hard, which is why we provide excellent benefits in return. In addition to your competitive salary, we offer the following benefits:
- Generous paid time off package: winter break, spring break, summer break, and Wellness Fridays
- Up to $10,500 in financial support to enroll in a certification preparation program with CityU
- Special 15% discount on tuition for teacher certification programs at CityU
- Medical, dental, vision, long term disability insurances;
- Retirement account with employer contributions
- Free mental health support + more through our employee assistance program
- Growth pathways: Teaching Fellows can apply for Lead Teacher roles after 1 year, and Lead Teachers can apply for grade level team lead and school leader roles
Home Office Employee Benefits
Impact’s competitive benefits make us stand out as an employer. Home Office employees:
- Receive a generous PTO package, including major holidays, the week between Christmas and New Years, the week of July 4th, 18 flexible PTO days
- Have a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, and long term disability insurance
- Are part of the state’s retirement system, with generous employer contributions
- Can access Impact’s Employee Assistance Program, which offers a suite of services including free counseling sessions
- Can participate in various professional development opportunities with Impact’s partner organization
- Flexible working schedule
Interview with Impact Teacher
What We are Looking For
We are looking for people who believe in our mission and values and that all scholars deserve an exceptional educational experience.
Lead Teachers have teaching experience and a track record of strong student results. Lead Teachers hold certification in either Washington or another state.
Teaching Fellows do not need to have any experience working in schools! If you are excited to explore teaching as a career option, we want to talk to you!
School Leaders have experience as either a teacher leader, assistant principal, or principal. School leaders know how to drive their teams to accomplish goals and are masterful culture builders, excellent coaches, and experts in elementary instruction.
School Operations Staff are highly organized critical thinkers, and have a deep dedication to Impact’s mission.
The Application Process
Our Commitment
Impact Public Schools is committed to inclusive and anti-bias hiring processes. We strive to build a mission-aligned team that reflects the diversity of our scholar community.
The application process is as follows:
Step 1
Submit
a Resume
Submit a Resume
Go here and submit a resume and cover letter for the role you're interested in!
Step 2
Participate in a Phone Interview
Phone Interview
If your resume and cover letter meet our criteria, we’ll schedule a phone screen in which we find out more about you!
Step 3
Attend a Simulation Interview
Attend a Simulation Interview
If you progress, you'll be invited to a simulation-based interview with pre-work! I.e.: a sample teaching lesson.
Step 4
Get
a Job Offer
Get a Job Offer
Finally, we run references and have you fill out paperwork if you are offered the job!