Dynamic Elementary Educator - Rigor, Collaboration & Impact

Perry Street Prep Public Charter School; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Perry Street Prep PCS is hiring full-time, 10-month teachers dedicated to delivering standards-aligned instruction in a dynamic urban setting of Washington, DC. The role emphasizes collaboration, differentiation, and ongoing assessment to support students across PreK-8 in a high-expectation environment.

Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree, with a Master’s preferred, and at least two years of urban elementary or middle school SPED experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Two+ years of teaching experience in elementary or middle school special education in an urban environment preferred.
• Experience with co-teaching models preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with colleagues to develop cohesive standards-aligned curriculum materials and instructional goals grounded in research.
• Present engaging, rigorous standards-aligned lessons using strong content knowledge.
• Differentiate instruction for multiple learning styles and abilities.
• Assess students’ academic and developmental growth through observation and various assessments.
• Monitor assessment results and refine teaching practices and lesson plans accordingly.
• Foster a positive learning environment reflecting urgency, rigor, and consistency.
• Communicate with students, parents, and staff to ensure on-track progress.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Belief in all students' potential

Collaboration in diverse teams

Strong work ethic and teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Perry Street Prep PCS is hiring full-time, 10-month teachers dedicated to delivering standards-aligned instruction in a dynamic urban setting of Washington, DC. The role emphasizes collaboration, differentiation, and ongoing assessment to support students across PreK-8 in a high-expectation environment.

Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree, with a Master’s preferred, and at least two years of urban elementary or middle school SPED experience.