3rd & 4th grade elementary humanities teacher Jobs in Washington

3rd & 4th grade elementary humanities teacher

hybrid elementary teacher (all subjects k-4th) Jobs in Washington

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elementary teacher

Friendship Co., Ltd.

<div>
 Company : Campus Specifics
 
 
 Why Friendship Online?
 
 
 Friendship Public Charter School Online (Friendship PCS Online) is a unique partnership between the Friendship Public Charter School and Stride K12. Our students are proud members of the Friendship family who engage with their education in a virtual environment. Friendship PCS Online offers the engaging and rigorous Stride K12 curriculum in an effort to provide our students with current, meaningful, and interactive lessons in reading, language arts, mathematics, history, science, music, and art. Friendship PCS Online even offers world language courses in five languages, including Spanish, German, French, Latin, and Chinese.
 
 
 Our students range from kindergarten to grade 8 and are assisted by highly motivated, passionate teachers both virtually and in person. Our academic leaders and teachers also support parents or other adults in the home as they take on an important role as a student's Learning Coach. Although many of the lessons and learning activities occur online and in the home, Friendship Public Charter School Online students are often brought together through face-to-face learning sessions at the Nicholson Street Campus. Our students and families are also invited and encouraged to attend a wide variety of fun and educational family outings and field trips each month.
 
 
 
 Overview
 
 
 
 We are excited to consider your application for anticipated vacancies in the 2025-2026 school year. We are thrilled that you're considering applying for openings expected in the 2025-2026 school year at Friendship Public Charter School. Our formal interview process will begin in January 2025, for our confirmed vacancies only. Non-vacant positions may still be posted during this time.
 
 
 Friendship Public Charter School operates a network of college-preparatory public charter schools, serving students from preschool through 12th grade. Our mission is to provide a world-class education that equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary for academic achievement and success beyond high school.
 
 
 We are seeking dedicated professionals to join our team for the 2025/2026 school year. If you are committed to helping students achieve academic success and preparing them for college and career opportunities, we encourage you to apply.
 
 
 For more information about our Teacher Evaluation Method, see the Danielson Framework for Teaching.
 
 
 For more information about our schools please visit the following Social Media pages: YouTube, Linkedin, Facebook, Instagram &amp; Twitter!
 
 
 Please also see the available salary scales: FPCS Compensation
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Excellent Teaching &amp; Learning
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Demonstrate continued mastery of content area
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead students to high levels of academic success through rigorous, targeted, and differentiated instruction
 </li>
 <li>
 Design and deliver engaging instruction addressing a full range of student needs and learning styles
 </li>
 <li>
 Utilize literacy strategies across all content areas
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop formal and informal assessments to measure student mastery
 </li>
 <li>
 Use data to drive instruction
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Environment Conducive to Learning
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Hold students accountable to high academic and behavioral expectations
 </li>
 <li>
 Align practices and routines to an achievement-oriented classroom culture
 </li>
 <li>
 Foster a safe environment that encourages curiosity, academic risk taking, accountability and collaboration.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Outstanding Leadership
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Reflect on classroom success and areas of improvement to continuously develop practice
 </li>
 <li>
 Contribute to the campus and Friendship-wide community by collaborating, seeking professional development, and sharing best practices
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Organizational Strength &amp; Viability
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Promote parent involvement through meaningful and consistent communication
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain high professional standards in communication with students, teachers, parents and school administrators
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Team members working at one of Friendship's Online Academies will work in a hybrid capacity, with a potential of 3 days a week in person and 2 days a week virtually in collaboration with other team members, scholars, and learning coaches. Throughout the year, there will also be times when team members will report in-person to support testing, participate in check and connect sessions, field trips, in-person tutoring, professional development, etc. Friendship's Online Academy Team Members are required to participate in all in-person activities. The number of in-person days varies from month to month depending on scheduled activities.
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Experience in the role preferred
 </li>
 <li>
 Commitment to providing a world-class education to students from historically underserved communities
 </li>
 <li>
 2+ years of relevant K-6 urban teaching experience with significant academic gains strongly preferred
 </li>
 <li>
 Bachelor's degree from an accredited university required. Master's degree preferred
 </li>
 <li>
 Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 and above required
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong oral and written communication skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Successful completion of the ETS PRAXIS II Exam (0014): Elementary Education Content Knowledge
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Curriculum Information
 
 
 To learn more about our curriculum, consider the following links:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 ELA - https://greatminds.org/english/witwisdom
 </li>
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 Math - https://greatminds.org/math/eurekamath
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 FPCS's policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, status as a special disabled veteran, or any other protected criteria as established by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to recruitment and hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfer, layoff, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. Employment decisions at FPCS are based solely upon relevant criteria, including an individual's capabilities, qualifications, training, experience and suitability.
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Hybrid Elementary Teacher (All Subjects K-4th)

Bridges Public Charter School

<div>Position: Elementary Teacher (1st-5th Grade)

Reports to: Principal and Assistant Principal

Start Date: August 2026 
$1000.00 sign-on bonus for new hires!!! 
Who We Are&hellip;.

Our mission is to provide an exemplary educational program that includes all students. Our developmentally appropriate, student and family-centered educational approach nurtures students to expand their developmental skills, in order to build a foundation for life-long learning. Our Core Values are:
<ul>
<li>Responsibility</li>
</ul><ul><li>Engagement</li>
</ul><ul><li>Acceptance</li>
</ul><ul><li>Creativity</li>
</ul><ul><li>Honesty</li>
</ul>
We utilize the Universal Design for Learning Framework as the foundation for building student agency and framing the essential work needed to meet our mission and organization goals. 
Who Are We Looking For?

We are seeking passionate educators to build an inclusive PK-5 school community. We are seeking individuals who are committed to providing high-quality, universally designed instruction and who are committed to learning about and implementing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) strategies for our diverse student community. We are seeking individuals who recognize that they are in a position of public trust and are held to a high standard of personal and professional conduct. If you are a dedicated educator who is passionate about creating a culture of inclusion and respect, we invite you to join our team. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our students and build a brighter future for our community. 
Our Graduate Profile:
A Bridges &ldquo;Graduate&rdquo;
<ul>
<li>Is a unique and independent individual who is prepared to pave their own path.</li>
<li>Self-advocates through their preferred communication modalities.</li>
<li>Welcomes diversity with inclusion, openness, acceptance, and respect for others.</li>
<li>Demonstrates empathy and a desire to help and support others in need.</li>
<li>Perseveres in the face of challenges to meet their individual academic, social, and extracurricular goals.</li>
<li>Is prepared for the next steps after leaving Bridges Public Charter School.</li></ul> 


As an Elementary School Teacher, you will be responsible for:
CURRICULUM/INSTRUCTION/ASSESSMENT:
<ul><li>Creating challenging, engaging, and universally designed lessons that support learner variability.
</li><li>Using the UDL Framework to design and implement curriculum standards-based units that include differentiated instruction.</li>
<li>Instructing and assessing students in English Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, and/or Science.</li>
<li>Assessing student progress regularly and using data to plan for instruction.</li>
<li>Collaborating and co-teaching with an Inclusion teacher, ELL Teacher, Assistant Teacher, Related Service Providers, etc.</li>
<li>Working collaboratively with Instructional Coaches to create inclusive and engaging lessons for all students.</li>
<li>Creating a classroom culture and environment that practices Responsive Classroom techniques.</li>
<li>Engaging parents and families weekly in their students&rsquo; learning and acting as an ambassador for the school in the community.</li>
<li>Displaying student work based on current unit standards.
</li><li>Attending and participating in school events outside of regular school hours.</li>
<li>Other curriculum/instruction/assessment duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
ACCOUNTABILITY:
<ul>
<li>Conduct ongoing assessment of student work using multiple assessment tools, including anecdotal records, performance assessments with rubrics, exams, and individualized assessments as appropriate. Use assessment data to plan for instruction and to set short and long-range goals.</li>
<li>Maintain weekly grade book per school expectations.
</li><li>Maintain data on and utilize technology platforms to improve student achievement.
</li><li>Regularly analyze student data to improve instruction, ensure equity, and make program recommendations and improvements.</li>
<li>Other accountability duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
<ul><li>Adhering to the 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. work day</li>
<li>Regularly attends work and adheres to all attendance policies.</li>
<li>Be on time for classes, duties, team meetings, and professional development activities. Communicate about and plan for absences in advance with teaching teams and the Principal.</li>
<li>Participate in weekly Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings.</li>
<li>Contribute to PLC sessions by being prepared to share data, ideas, student work, materials, feedback, facilitating sessions, and/or discussions.</li>
<li>Participate in a Summer Professional Development. Summer Professional Development will be two weeks in August before students return.</li>
<li>Seek out additional opportunities for professional development that will lead to achieving personal and school-wide professional development goals.</li>
<li>Reading provided school information and adhering to all deadlines.</li>
<li>Respond to all emails within 24 hours or the next business day.</li>
<li>Other professional duties as assigned.
</li></ul>SCHOOL CULTURE:
<ul><li>Implementation of our Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) program.</li>
<li>Create and sponsor an inclusive and age-appropriate Club for the school year.</li>
<li>Engage in Second Step implementation to assist in the social and emotional development of students.</li>
<li>Create and maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for students.</li>
<li>Communicate respectfully with students, staff, and families at all times.</li>
<li>Model, practice, and discuss respectful, unbiased, and effective communication with students.</li>
<li>Other school culture expectations as assigned.
</li></ul>Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Candidate must hold a Bachelor's or Master's Degree (in Education, preferred).
</li><li>1-2 years of teaching experience in an urban school setting (preferred).</li>
<li>Have knowledge of pedagogy and experience teaching in a constructivist way.
</li><li>A track record of being a team player and community-minded.</li></ul> 


SALARY &amp; BENEFITS 
Salary range: $57,500-$88,500

View Teacher Pay Scale Here 
Salary is based on educational level, certification(s), and years of experience. The successful candidate will be contracted yearly. Employment will be renewed according to evaluations and staff interest. Child care and health savings plans, pre-tax deduction for Metro, bike racks, and regular staff engagement and wellness activities. Staff lounge and lactation room for nursing mothers. Health benefits (medical &amp; dental), disability insurance, and a retirement plan: 401(k) with a 4% match or the continuation of the DCPS retirement plan. 


To ensure safety for all students, all staff members may be fingerprinted. Background checks will be conducted on all school staff before their service as employees.</div>

SY 26-27 Elementary Lead Teacher (1st-5th)

Center City Public Charter Schools

<div>
 
 Grade/s:
 
 3/4.
 
 
 
 Direct Supervisor/s:
 
 Campus Principal.
 
 
 
 This posting is for the 2025-2026 School Year.
 
 
 
 Center City Public Charter Schools (Center City PCS) empower our students for lifelong success by building strong character, promoting academic excellence, and generating public service throughout Washington, D.C. In this endeavor, we are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining one of the best faculty members in the district. Center City staff are teachers, mentors, and leaders, and they play an essential role in ensuring our students maximize their potential. Our network serves over 1,400 students annually at our six campuses across the District, with a staff of over 250 dedicated individuals.
 
 
 As an Elementary Humanities Teacher, you will inspire curiosity, foster critical thinking, and help students develop a deep appreciation for literature, history, and other humanities subjects. Through differentiated instruction and a collaborative approach, you'll contribute to building a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 Instructional Planning &amp; Delivery:
 
 
 <ul>
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 Plan and deliver daily effective differentiated instruction
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 Demonstrate knowledge of resources, student needs, curriculum (Wit &amp; Wisdom and Fundations), content, and pedagogy
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 Set clear instructional outcomes and design assessments to track student progress.
 </li>
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 Engage students in learning through creative questioning and quality discussions.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Classroom Management &amp; Environment
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Set instructional outcomes
 </li>
 <li>
 Communicate directions, expectations, procedures, and content with students.
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish a culture of learning by managing procedures and behavior effectively.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain up-to-date records of student behavior and progress.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Student Engagement &amp; Family Collaboration
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Foster an ongoing relationship centered on hopes and dreams to engage parents and families in their children&rsquo;s academic success.
 </li>
 <li>
 Use data to inform and tailor instruction to meet diverse student needs.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Professional Growth and Development
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Participate in the Center City PCS learning community via PLCs, campus/district professional development, and weekly campus-based grade-level planning sessions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Reflect on instructional practices by incorporating feedback and adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Collaboration and Communication:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Attend occasional school events outside of regular hours.
 </li>
 <li>
 Engage families by building positive relationships to support the student's academic and personal goals.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Compliance and Professional Expectations:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Maintain accurate and up-to-date records
 </li>
 <li>
 Following school-wide procedures for attire, behavior, and punctuality (teacher hours are 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
 </li>
 <li>
 Attend and participate in occasional school events outside of regular school hours
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in an applicable subject area, as appropriate
 </li>
 <li>
 Passing Praxis scores
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience (preferred)
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong ability to use data-driven instruction with demonstrated evidence of student growth.
 </li>
 <li>
 Familiarity with Common Core Shifts in ELA and Wit &amp; Wisdom Curriculum (preferred)
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrates ability to use data to assess student learning, with evidence of growth
 </li>
 <li>
 References that reflect high standing with a past employer
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 <li>
 Able to lift up to 10 pounds and able to stand for long hours
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 This description is intended to describe the work a person assigned to this position performs. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by the employee.
 
 
 
 
 Center City PCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 
 
 
 
 Center City PCS is an anti-racist organization that believes in diversity, equity, and inclusion. These values enable us to meet our mission and values better while serving students and families throughout Washington, DC. BIPOC, women, gender-inclusive, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
 
 
 
 
 For more information about our schools, please visit our website,
 
 
 www.centercitypcs.org
 
 
 .
 
</div>

3rd & 4th Grade Elementary Humanities Teacher

<div>For the upcoming 2026-2027 school year, Bridges is seeking Elementary Special Education Teachers for the role of Inclusion Teacher.

$1000.00 sign-on bonus for new hires!!! 


Who We Are

Our mission is to provide an exemplary educational program that includes all students. Our developmentally appropriate, student and family-centered educational approach nurtures students to expand their developmental skills, in order to build a foundation for life-long learning. Our Core Values are:
<ul>
<li>Responsibility</li>
<li>Engagement</li>
<li>Acceptance</li>
<li>Creativity</li>
<li>Honesty</li>
</ul>
Who Are We Looking For

We are seeking passionate educators to build an inclusive PK-5 school community. We are seeking individuals who are committed to providing high-quality, universally designed instruction and who are committed to learning about and implementing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) strategies for our diverse student community. We are seeking individuals who recognize that they are in a position of public trust and are held to a high standard of personal and professional conduct. If you are a dedicated educator who is passionate about creating a culture of inclusion and respect, we invite you to join our team. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our students and build a brighter future for our community. 
Our Graduate Profile

A Bridges &ldquo;Graduate&rdquo;
<ul>
<li>Is a unique and independent individual who is prepared to pave their own path.</li>
<li>Self advocates through their preferred communication modalities.</li>
<li>Welcomes diversity with inclusion, openness, acceptance, and respect for others.</li>
<li>Demonstrates empathy and a desire to help and support others in need.</li>
<li>Perseveres in the face of challenges to meet their individual academic, social, and extracurricular goals.</li>
<li>Is prepared for next steps after leaving Bridges Public Charter School.</li>
</ul>
As a Special Education Inclusion Teacher, you will be responsible for: 
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
<ul>
<li>Creating challenging, engaging, and universally designed lessons that support learner variability.
</li><li>Using the UDL Framework to design and implement curriculum standards-based units that include differentiated instruction.</li>
<li>Providing high-quality direct specialized instruction to students according to students&rsquo; IEPs/504 plans.</li>
<li>Developing IEPs/504 plans that are strength-based as well as child and family-centered for overall educational improvement.</li>
<li>Planning and implementing specialized instruction services using the school's curriculum (i.e. High Reach, Everyday Math, Handwriting without Tears, Readers and Writers Workshop, Math in Focus, FOSS, Social Studies Alive, and Second Step).</li>
<li> Ensure the program of instruction meets the individual students' goals and objectives on their IEP/504 plans and is aligned with Common Core Standards.</li>
<li>Collaborating with classroom teacher to implement student&rsquo;s IEP/504 plan. This includes planning for: classroom environment, adapting and modifying curriculum, managing classroom behaviors, and connecting with parents and family members.</li>
<li>Modifying and administering classroom-based and school-wide assessments to document student's progress.</li>
<li>Developing a system to regularly collect all specialized instruction data towards IEP/504 plan goals.</li>
<li>Writing quarterly progress reports (IEP progress reports and curriculum progress reports).</li>
<li>Collaborating with related service providers, Special Education Coordinator, Director of Student Support Services, curriculum coordinator, ELL teacher, and students&rsquo; parents to plan for student needs and to ensure skills are generalized across settings.</li>
<li>Facilitate a collaborative relationship with classroom teachers, assistant teachers, and dedicated aides to support students&rsquo; needs and ensure students&rsquo; IEPs are being implemented with fidelity.</li>
<li>Implementing and maintaining students&rsquo; Functional Communication Protocols and Behavioral Intervention Protocols to respond to students' behavior appropriately and successfully.</li>
<li>Participating in eligibility and annual IEP/504 plan meetings by presenting information, completing essential paperwork, and assisting with note-taking.</li>
<li>Managing a detailed log of services provided and services missed due to student or teacher absences.</li>
<li>Writing and modifying lesson plans outlining scope of work for specialized instruction for students with disabilities and submitting lesson plans regularly.</li>
<li>Participating in parent-teacher conferences</li>
<li>Co-facilitating 2 parent events.</li>
<li>Collaborating with curriculum coaches to plan orientation and professional development sessions.</li>
<li>Conducting regular summative and formative assessments to determine student progress.</li>
<li>Receiving EasyIEP training and serving as a resource to others using EasyIEP.</li>
<li>Maintaining specialized instruction supplies</li>
<li>Support the creation of a classroom culture and environment that develops and nurtures the emotional, cognitive and social abilities of the students.</li>
<li>Engaging parents and families in their student's learning and acting as an ambassador for the school in the community. Provide families with resources to support their child at home and in the community.</li>
<li>Attend and participate in school events outside of regular school hours.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned</li>
</ul>
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
<ul><li>Adhering to the 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. work day</li>
<li>Regularly attends work and adheres to all attendance policies.</li>
<li>Be on time for classes, duties, team meetings and professional development activities. Communicate about and plan for absences in advance with teaching teams and the Principal.</li>
<li>Participate in weekly Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings.</li>
<li>Contribute to PLC sessions by being prepared to share data, ideas, student work, materials, feedback, facilitating sessions and/or discussions.</li>
<li>Participate in a Summer Professional Development. Summer Professional Development will be two weeks in August before students return.</li>
<li>Seek out additional opportunities for professional development that will lead to achieving personal and school-wide professional development goals.</li>
<li>Reading provided school information and adhering to all deadlines.</li>
<li>Respond to all emails within 24 hours or the next business day.</li>
<li>Other professional duties as assigned.
</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS
<ul>
<li>Education
<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree (required)</li>
<li>Master's Degree in Elementary Education and/or Special Education (preferred)</li>
<li>Certification in Special Education (preferred)</li>
<li>Passed the Praxis SPED exams (preferred) 
</li>
</ul></li><li>Have 1 to 2 years of successful classroom teaching experience in an urban school setting. 2 or more years of teaching experience is preferred.</li>
<li>Be a strong classroom manager.</li>
<li>Be committed to meeting the needs of a diverse student population.</li>
<li>Have a track record of being a team player and community-minded.</li>
<li>Be committed to their own learning, including training in ABA/VB.</li>
<li>Excellent time-management skills and ability to work independently.</li>
<li>Passion for public schools.</li>
<li>Adherence to a high level of professional and ethical standards.</li>
</ul>
SALARY &amp; BENEFITS

Salary range: $57,500-$88,500/Per Year

View Teacher Pay Scale Here 
Salary is based on educational level, certification(s), and years of experience. The successful candidate will be contracted yearly. Employment will be renewed according to evaluations and staff interest. Child care and health savings plans, pre-tax deduction for Metro, bike racks and regular staff engagement and wellness activities. Staff lounge and lactation room for nursing mothers. Health benefits (medical &amp; dental), disability insurance, and a retirement plan: 401 (k) with a 4% match or the continuation of the DCPS retirement plan. 
To ensure safety for all students, all staff members may be fingerprinted. Background checks will be conducted on all school staff prior to their service as employees.</div>

SY 26-27 Elementary Special Education Inclusion Teacher

KIPP DC

<div>
 
 Job Summary
 
 
 
 Teachers at KIPP DC lead classrooms that are academically rigorous, identity-affirming, and grounded in strong relationships with students and families. As a Lead Teacher in Early Childhood, you will plan and deliver high-quality instruction, build a strong and affirming classroom culture, and work closely with your team to support student learning and well-being.
 
 
 As one of the highest performing public school systems in Washington, DC, KIPP DC believes that all students have the right to joyful, challenging, and culturally responsive learning experiences. Teachers are core to that work. The starting salary for teachers is $65,500 and increases with relevant years of Lead Teacher experience and graduate-level education, as outlined in our instructional salary scale. Compensation is determined by the scale and is non-negotiable.
 
 
 
 About KIPP DC
 
 
 
 For 25 years, KIPP DC has partnered with students, families, and the community to create joyful, academically excellent schools across the nation&rsquo;s capital. Today, our network of 22 schools educate more than 7,500 students in grades PreK3-12, supported by 1,500 dedicated teachers, leaders, and staff.
 
 
 Our work is grounded in five pillars&ndash;Academic Excellence, Joy &amp; Sense of Belonging, Highly Effective Teachers and Leaders, Safe, Structured, and Nurturing Learning Environments, and Commitment to College Readiness&ndash;which ensure every student is equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to pursue success in college, careers, and beyond. Our schools combine high expectations with joyful, affirming environments that nurture academic success and personal growth for students and staff alike.
 
 
 As part of the national KIPP network, we share best practices and innovations while maintaining deep roots in Washington, D.C. Together, we strive toward a future without limits for our students, alumni, and community
 
 
 
 About The Team
 
 
 
 Early Childhood includes 6 schools in Washington, DC, serving grades PreK3 to Kindergarten. Our teachers, leaders, and student support teams work together to provide instruction that is rigorous, culturally responsive, and grounded in strong relationships with students and families. We believe classrooms should be academically challenging, joyful, and identity-affirming, and we support teachers through coaching, collaborative planning structures, and dedicated development time.
 
 
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 As a Lead Teacher, you will:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Teach engaging, standards-aligned lessons informed by student data.
 </li>
 <li>
 Build an inclusive, identity-affirming classroom culture where all students feel a sense of belonging.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with grade-level and content teams to plan instruction, analyze data, and respond to student needs.
 </li>
 <li>
 Communicate consistently and proactively with families.
 </li>
 <li>
 Contribute to schoolwide culture and community
 </li>
 <li>
 Work collaboratively with peers and grow their leadership through opportunities like grade-level chair, fellowships, or school leadership development cohorts.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 If applicable, you may also mentor a Capital Teaching Resident by modeling excellent instruction, gradually releasing classroom responsibilities, and participating in weekly coaching and feedback.
 
 
 Early Childhood roles include responsibility for core instruction in both math and literacy for an assigned homeroom.
 
 
 Special Education Teachers collaborate with general education teachers and service providers to deliver instruction and services aligned to IEP goals in inclusive and pull-out settings.
 
 
 
 Location and Type of Work
 
 
 
 Fully In-Person (5 days per week onsite)
 
 
 This is an in-person, school-based instructional role located at a KIPP DC campus in Washington, DC. KIPP DC schools serve students and families in person, and this position requires daily on-site presence to deliver instruction, provide student support, collaborate with teammates, and engage with families.
 
 
 Teachers are responsible for classroom instruction during the student day (generally 8:00 am to 3:30 pm). Teacher work hours are typically 7:30 am to 5:00 pm two days per week, and 7:30 am to 4:00 pm three days per week, to allow for duties, collaboration, and professional development.
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 The percentages for each key responsibility are estimates, and other duties may be assigned. Flexibility and responsiveness are encouraged to accommodate organizational needs.
 
 
 Mission Alignment, Relationships, and Culture- 30%
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Demonstrate commitment to KIPP DC&rsquo;s mission, with a focus on excellence, equity, and antiracist practice.
 </li>
 <li>
 Build trusting, affirming relationships with students, families, and teammates.
 </li>
 <li>
 Create a classroom culture that empowers students, affirms their identities, and fosters belonging for all learners.
 </li>
 <li>
 Communicate regularly with families, including academic updates and support plans.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Instructional Planning &amp; Content Delivery- 40%
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Internalize, adapt, and deliver high-quality, standards-aligned lessons.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure instruction is rigorous, culturally responsive, and relevant to students' lived experiences.
 </li>
 <li>
 For elementary roles: deliver core math and literacy instruction to the homeroom.
 </li>
 <li>
 Use student performance data to plan reteach, intervention, and enrichment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Participate in grade-level and/or content team meetings to align on instructional strategy.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Professional Collaboration, Development, and Feedback- 20%
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Attend and actively participate in staff meetings, professional development sessions, and weekly planning/feedback meetings.
 </li>
 <li>
 Implement coaching and feedback from school leaders, network content coaches, and lead teachers/grade-level chairs.
 </li>
 <li>
 When assigned a Capital Teaching Resident, model effective instruction and gradually release responsibility while providing weekly coaching conversations.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Schoolwide Duties &amp; Operational Expectations- 10%
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Perform duties (arrival, lunch, transitions, dismissal) as assigned.
 </li>
 <li>
 Complete clerical tasks that support instruction and compliance, including student records, attendance, progress reports, and documentation related to IEP goals or interventions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support school events such as family-teacher conferences, open houses, field trips, and community events.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 Required Qualifications
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree
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 Commitment to working with students from communities with limited access to high-quality educational opportunities
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 <li>
 At least one year of teaching experience in a PreK3&ndash;12th grade school OR an education degree that included student teaching / residency with full-classroom responsibility
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 &ldquo;Teaching experience&rdquo; here refers to serving as the teacher of record / lead instructor responsible for instruction and progress of an assigned class or section. It does not include paraprofessional work, substitute-only experience, internships without lead teaching responsibility, or daycare-only experience.
 
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 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in the relevant content area
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 Demonstrated strength in the content area / grade band you are applying to teach
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 Experience teaching in an urban K&ndash;12 public school setting
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 <li>
 Strong communication skills with families and caregivers, including culturally responsive partnership
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong collaboration habits with teammates (planning, data analysis, shared ownership for student growth)
 
 
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 </ul>
 Physical Requirements
 
 
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 Must be able to remain in a classroom environment for extended periods to deliver instruction.
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 Must be able to monitor students throughout the school building, including transitions, lunch, and recess.
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 Must be able to participate in occasional school events that may occur outside traditional school hours (for example, family conferences, student showcases, or community events).
 
 
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 Core Competencies
 
 
 
 
 KIPP DC Vision for Teaching Excellence:
 
 
 
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 Content Knowledge: Teachers at KIPP DC are experts in their content areas and display an exemplary ability to build understanding and interest in students at multiple ability levels. Teachers connect content across disciplines, to real life, and use their own content mastery to empower students to think deeply about academic content.
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 Instructional Responsiveness: Teachers use data to engage in a deliberate cycle of internalization, planning, delivery, questioning, feedback, and reflection to move student mastery forward in academic and socio-emotional learning. Teachers are aware of how all students are performing and are able to adapt to meet the needs of students.
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 Care of Students &amp; Classroom Culture: Teachers set a joyful authentic tone and build loving relationships so that each student and family feels valued. Teachers encourage student voice, promote independent thinking, and encourage students to take risks academically and socially. Teachers collaborate with families and empower students to work towards ambitious academic and socio-emotional learning goals.
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 Growth &amp; Development: Teachers at KIPP DC are continuous learners and seek out feedback and development opportunities, while also being self reflective about their own practice. Teachers apply flexibility and a problem-solving approach to persist through challenges. Teachers have a deep and growing understanding of their own identity, mindsets, and biases and use this insight to inform their teaching and professional development.
 
 
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 Benefits &amp; CompensationKIPP DC offers an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package:
 
 
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 The anticipated starting salary range for this position is $65,500-$98,880. At KIPP DC we strive for clarity, equity, and to be highly competitive. When determining salaries we look at benchmarks in the education and non-profit sector. Please click here for our salary scale.
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 KIPP DC offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurances; various voluntary benefits; and employer paid benefits such as short term disability, long term disability, life insurance, and a membership to One Medical.
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 KIPP DC also offers a 403(b) retirement account with a 3% employer contribution and a 3% match with vesting after three years.
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 Currently, individuals in this role have up to 15 paid time off days, up to 10 paid sick days, and 12 paid holidays. This is subject to change and your exact schedule will be shared in your offer letter.
 
 
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 Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
 
 
 
 KIPP DC Public Schools does not discriminate against, or tolerate discrimination against, employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis or protected class including, but not limited to, actual or perceived race, color, national origin, immigration status (except as necessary to comply with federal, DC, state, or local law), religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity or expression), marital status (including domestic partnership status), genetic information, political affiliation, pregnancy, family responsibilities, personal appearance, veteran status, uniform service member status, status of being unemployed, status of victim a survivor of domestic violence, sexual offense or stalking, matriculation or any other protected class under federal, state, DC, or local law.
 
 
 Click here or here to review KIPP DC&rsquo;s non-discrimination policy and KIPP DC&rsquo;s Title IX Coordinator&rsquo;s contact information.
 
 
 Please Note: If you encounter difficulties submitting your application or fail to receive a confirmation email after applying, kindly reach out to Danica Cunningham at danica.cunningham@kippdc.org. Please include your name, resume, and specify the role you are applying for in your email. We appreciate your understanding and apologize for any inconvenience caused.
</div>

Early Childhood Teacher (26-27 SY)

<div>For the upcoming 2026-2027 school year, Bridges is seeking a Special Education Lead Teacher for an elementary-level non-categorical self-contained classroom for students with high-level special needs.

$1000.00 sign-on bonus for new hires!!! 


Who We Are

Our mission is to provide an exemplary educational program that includes all students. Our developmentally appropriate, student and family-centered educational approach nurtures students to expand their developmental skills, in order to build a foundation for life-long learning. Our Core Values are:
<ul>
<li>Responsibility</li>
<li>Engagement</li>
<li>Acceptance</li>
<li>Creativity</li>
<li>Honesty</li>
</ul>
Who Are We Looking For

We are seeking passionate educators to build an inclusive PK-5 school community. We are seeking committed individuals to provide high-quality and innovative instruction to a diverse student community. We are seeking individuals that recognize that they are in a position of public trust and are held to a high standard of personal and professional conduct. If you are a dedicated educator who is passionate about creating a culture of inclusion and respect, we invite you to join our team. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our students and build a brighter future for our community. 
Our Graduate Profile

A Bridges &ldquo;Graduate&rdquo;
<ul>
<li>Is a unique and independent individual who is prepared to pave their own path.</li>
<li>Self advocates through their preferred communication modalities.</li>
<li>Welcomes diversity with inclusion, openness, acceptance, and respect for others.</li>
<li>Demonstrates empathy and a desire to help and support others in need.</li>
<li>Perseveres in the face of challenges to meet their individual academic, social, and extracurricular goals.</li>
<li>Is prepared for the next steps after leaving Bridges Public Charter School.</li>
</ul>
As a Special Education Teacher, you will be responsible for...

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
<ul>
<li>Plan and manage an elementary non-categorical self-contained classroom with high-level special needs students and assistant teachers.</li>
<li>Develop and implement the classroom discrete trial instruction, social skills instruction, and behavior plan implementation in collaboration with the lead teacher under the supervision of the BCBA</li>
<li>Contribute to Social/Emotional progress reports and IEP development under the supervision of the BCBA</li>
<li>Assess student progress regularly using VBMAPP Milestones, Transitions, and Barriers assessments.</li>
<li>Regularly collect data to track students&rsquo; progress in 3 program areas: curriculum, IEP, and ABA/VB.</li>
<li>Complete quarterly progress reports (IEP progress reports and curriculum progress reports).</li>
<li>Collaborate with related service providers, special education coordinator, curriculum coordinator, ELL Teacher, and student parents to plan for student needs.</li>
<li>Implement and maintain students&rsquo; Functional Communication Protocols and Behavior Protocols to respond to students' behavior appropriately and successfully.</li>
<li>Participate in the IEP process by writing present levels, IEP goals, and providing thoughtful reflections during team meetings.</li>
<li>Coordinate with general education teachers to create opportunities for inclusive learning.</li>
<li>Support the creation of a classroom culture and environment that develops and nurtures the emotional, cognitive, and social abilities of the students.</li>
<li>Engage parents and families in their student's learning and act as an ambassador for the school in the community.</li>
<li>Contribute productively to the school as a whole.</li>
<li>Attend and participate in school events outside of regular school hours.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
<ul><li>Adhering to the 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. work day</li>
<li>Regularly attends work and adheres to all attendance policies.</li>
<li>Be on time for classes, duties, team meetings, and professional development activities. Communicate about and plan for absences in advance with teaching teams and the Principal.</li>
<li>Participate in weekly Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings.</li>
<li>Contribute to PLC sessions by being prepared to share data, ideas, student work, materials, feedback, facilitating sessions, and/or discussions.</li>
<li>Participate in a Summer Professional Development. Summer Professional Development will be two weeks in August before students return.</li>
<li>Seek out additional opportunities for professional development that will lead to achieving personal and school-wide professional development goals.</li>
<li>Reading provided school information and adhering to all deadlines.</li>
<li>Respond to all emails within 24 hours or the next business day.</li>
<li>Other professional duties as assigned.
</li></ul>SCHOOL CULTURE
<ul>
<li>Create and maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for students.</li>
<li>Communicate respectfully to students, staff and families at all times.</li>
<li>Model, practice and discuss respectful, unbiased and effective communication with students.</li>
<li>Other school culture expectations as assigned.</li>
</ul>
QUALIFICATIONS
<ul>
<li>Education
<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree (required)</li>
<li>Master's Degree in Elementary Education and/or Special Education (preferred)</li>
<li>Certification in Special Education (preferred)</li>
<li>Passed the Praxis SPED exams (preferred)</li>
</ul></li><li>Have 1 to 2 years of successful classroom teaching experience in an urban school setting. 2 or more years of teaching experience is preferred.</li>
<li>Be a strong classroom manager.</li>
<li>Be committed to meeting the needs of a diverse student population.</li>
<li>Have a track record of being a team player and community-minded.</li>
<li>Be committed to their own learning, including training in ABA/VB.</li>
<li>Excellent time-management skills and ability to work independently.</li>
<li>Passion for public schools.</li>
<li>Adherence to a high level of professional and ethical standards.</li>
</ul>
SALARY &amp; BENEFITS

Salary range: $57,500-$88,500/Per Year

View Teacher Pay Scale Here 
Salary is based on educational level, certification(s), and years of experience. The successful candidate will be contracted yearly. Employment will be renewed according to evaluations and staff interest. Child care and health savings plans, pre-tax deduction for Metro, bike racks, and regular staff engagement and wellness activities. Staff lounge and lactation room for nursing mothers. Health benefits (medical &amp; dental), disability insurance, and a retirement plan: 401 (k) with a 4% match or the continuation of the DCPS retirement plan. 
To ensure safety for all students, all staff members may be fingerprinted. Background checks will be conducted on all school staff prior to their service as employees.</div>

SY 26-27 Elementary Special Education Lead Teacher

<div>For the upcoming 2026-2027 school year, Bridges is seeking an Early Childhood Special Education Lead Teacher for an early childhood non-categorical self-contained classroom for students with high-level special needs.

$ 1,000.00 sign-on bonus for new hires!!! 


Who We Are

Our mission is to provide an exemplary educational program that includes all students. Our developmentally appropriate, student and family-centered educational approach nurtures students to expand their developmental skills, in order to build a foundation for life-long learning. Our Core Values are:
<ul>
<li>Responsibility</li>
<li>Engagement</li>
<li>Acceptance</li>
<li>Creativity</li>
<li>Honesty</li>
</ul>
Who Are We Looking For

We are seeking passionate educators to build an inclusive PK-5 school community. We are seeking committed individuals to provide high-quality and innovative instruction to a diverse student community. We are seeking individuals who recognize that they are in a position of public trust and are held to a high standard of personal and professional conduct. If you are a dedicated educator who is passionate about creating a culture of inclusion and respect, we invite you to join our team. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our students and build a brighter future for our community. 
Our Graduate Profile

A Bridges &ldquo;Graduate&rdquo;
<ul>
<li>Is a unique and independent individual who is prepared to pave their own path.</li>
<li>Self advocates through their preferred communication modalities.</li>
<li>Welcomes diversity with inclusion, openness, acceptance, and respect for others.</li>
<li>Demonstrates empathy and a desire to help and support others in need.</li>
<li>Perseveres in the face of challenges to meet their individual academic, social, and extracurricular goals.</li>
<li>Is prepared for next steps after leaving Bridges Public Charter School.</li>
</ul>
As a Special Education Teacher, you will be responsible for...

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
<ul>
<li>Plan and manage an early childhood non-categorical self-contained classroom with high-level special needs students and assistant teachers.</li>
<li>Develop and implement the classroom discrete trial instruction, social skills instruction, and behavior plan implementation in collaboration with the lead teacher under the supervision of the BCBA</li>
<li>Contribute to Social/Emotional progress reports and IEP development under the supervision of the BCBA</li>
<li>Assess student progress regularly using VBMAPP Milestones, Transitions, and Barriers assessments.</li>
<li>Regularly collect data to track students&rsquo; progress in 3 program areas: curriculum, IEP, and ABA/VB.</li>
<li>Complete quarterly progress reports (IEP progress reports and curriculum progress reports).</li>
<li>Collaborate with related service providers, special education coordinator, curriculum coordinator, ELL Teacher, and student parents to plan for student needs.</li>
<li>Implement and maintain students&rsquo; Functional Communication Protocols and Behavior Protocols to respond to students' behavior appropriately and successfully.</li>
<li>Participate in the IEP process by writing present levels, IEP goals, and providing thoughtful reflections during team meetings.</li>
<li>Coordinate with general education teachers to create opportunities of inclusive learning.</li>
<li>Support the creation of a classroom culture and environment that develops and nurtures the emotional, cognitive, and social abilities of the students.</li>
<li>Engage parents and families in their student's learning and act as an ambassador for the school in the community.</li>
<li>Contribute productively to the school as a whole.</li>
<li>Attend and participate in school events outside of regular school hours.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
<ul><li>Adhering to the 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. work day</li>
<li>Regularly attends work and adheres to all attendance policies.</li>
<li>Be on time for classes, duties, team meetings, and professional development activities. Communicate about and plan for absences in advance with teaching teams and the Principal.</li>
<li>Participate in weekly Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings.</li>
<li>Contribute to PLC sessions by being prepared to share data, ideas, student work, materials, feedback, facilitating sessions, and/or discussions.</li>
<li>Participate in a Summer Professional Development. Summer Professional Development will be two weeks in August before students return.</li>
<li>Seek out additional opportunities for professional development that will lead to achieving personal and school-wide professional development goals.</li>
<li>Reading provided school information and adhering to all deadlines.</li>
<li>Respond to all emails within 24 hours or the next business day.</li>
<li>Other professional duties as assigned.
</li></ul>SCHOOL CULTURE
<ul>
<li>Create and maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for students.</li>
<li>Communicate respectfully to students, staff and families at all times.</li>
<li>Model, practice and discuss respectful, unbiased and effective communication with students.</li>
<li>Other school culture expectations as assigned.</li>
</ul>
QUALIFICATIONS
<ul>
<li>Education
<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree (required)</li>
<li>Master's Degree in Elementary Education and/or Special Education (preferred)</li>
<li>Certification in Special Education (preferred)</li>
<li>Passed the Praxis SPED exams (preferred) 
</li>
</ul></li><li>Have 1 to 2 years of successful classroom teaching experience in an urban school setting. 2 or more years of teaching experience is preferred.</li>
<li>Be a strong classroom manager.</li>
<li>Be committed to meeting the needs of a diverse student population.</li>
<li>Have a track record of being a team player and community-minded.</li>
<li>Be committed to their own learning, including training in ABA/VB.</li>
<li>Excellent time-management skills and ability to work independently.</li>
<li>Passion for public schools.</li>
<li>Adherence to a high level of professional and ethical standards.</li>
</ul>
SALARY &amp; BENEFITS

Salary range: $57,500-$88,500/Per Year

View Teacher Pay Scale Here 
Salary is based on educational level, certification(s), and years of experience. The successful candidate will be contracted yearly. Employment will be renewed according to evaluations and staff interest. Child care and health savings plans, pre-tax deduction for Metro, bike racks, and regular staff engagement and wellness activities. Staff lounge and lactation room for nursing mothers. Health benefits (medical &amp; dental), disability insurance, and a retirement plan: 401 (k) with a 4% match or the continuation of the DCPS retirement plan. 
To ensure safety for all students, all staff members may be fingerprinted. Background checks will be conducted on all school staff prior to their service as employees.</div>

SY 26-27 ECE Special Education Lead Teacher (PK-K)

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