English Language Development (ELD) Teacher

English Language Development (ELD) Teacher

Location: Shaw Campus – Petworth, Washington, DC

Start Date: Immediate

About Center City PCS

Center City Public Charter Schools serve students across six campuses in Washington, DC, with a mission to empower each student with the academic and character foundation necessary to succeed in college, career, and life. We believe in developing the whole child through rigorous academics, character education, and a supportive school community.

Position Overview

The English Language Development (ELD) Teacher supports multilingual learners (MLs) in achieving English language proficiency while accessing grade-level content. The ELD Teacher collaborates closely with classroom teachers, special educators, and school leaders to deliver high-quality, differentiated instruction that aligns with DC and WIDA standards.

This is a full-time, school-based position starting immediately.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Support

• Deliver small group and/or push-in instruction to multilingual learners (MLs) based on individual language needs.
• Develop and implement ELD lessons that integrate listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills aligned with WIDA standards.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to co-plan lessons that support language development within the core curriculum.
• Monitor student progress through formative assessments and language proficiency data.

Compliance and Assessment

• Administer and score WIDA ACCESS and other language assessments.
• Maintain accurate student records, including language development plans and compliance documentation, to ensure timely and practical support.
Participate in the development and monitoring of ML student goals and reclassification processes.

Collaboration and Professional Growth

• Work collaboratively with instructional coaches, content-area teachers, and support staff to ensure equitable access for multilingual learners.
• Attend professional development sessions focused on culturally responsive and language-inclusive teaching practices.
• Communicate regularly with families to provide updates on student progress and strategies for supporting language development at home.

Additional Responsibilities

As a member of the Center City PCS school community, all teachers are expected to:

• Uphold the school’s mission, vision, and values.
• Participate in grade-level and staff meetings, parent conferences, and school events.
• Support the development of students’ character and social-emotional skills.
• Fulfill assigned duties such as morning arrival, lunch, recess, or dismissal supervision.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, TESOL, Linguistics, or a related field.
• Valid teaching certification (DC or transferable from another state).
• Experience working with multilingual or English learner populations.

Preferred:

• TESOL or ESL endorsement.
• Knowledge of WIDA standards and sheltered instruction strategies.
• Experience in an urban public or charter school setting.

Why Join Center City PCS?

• Supportive, mission-driven community focused on equity and academic excellence.
• Professional growth opportunities and ongoing coaching.

A collaborative environment where teachers’ voices matter.