Elementary Teacher

Rocketship Public Schools; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 68,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus up to $2,500

Excellent health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Rocketship Public Schools is seeking an elementary teacher for Humanities or STEM who will grow through weekly coaching and data‑driven practice. The role emphasizes equity, collaboration with families, and a commitment to closing opportunity gaps.

Performance-based pay ties to student growth and instructional excellence, with strong support from instructional coaches and a dynamic school culture.

Qualifications

• Hold a B.A./B.S. degree from an accredited institution.
• Prior experience teaching in diverse school communities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver rigorous instruction using Rocketship’s curriculum and adapt to meet student needs.
• Analyze student data to inform planning and instruction.
• Collaborate with coach to refine teaching practice.
• Partner with families to support student success.
• Support Social‑Emotional Learning (SEL) in the classroom.
• Participate in weekly coaching and professional development.

Skills

Coachable

Growth‑oriented

Equity focused

Collaborative

Family engagement

Education

B.A./B.S. degree

Job description

Position Description

Our elementary teachers are subject experts who specialize in either Humanities or STEM. Every Rocketship school is supported by leaders who provide weekly coaching and real‑time feedback in the classroom to help teachers continually grow their practice. Just as our teachers invest their time and energy in the progress of their students, we invest in their professional growth through collaboration, development opportunities, and performance‑based pay tied to student growth and instructional excellence. This position reports to the Principal or Assistant Principal.

Our Ideal Teacher

• Coachable and growth‑oriented, eager to learn from feedback and committed to ongoing professional development
• Resilient and flexible in meeting the needs of diverse learners, supported by instructional coaches and colleagues
• Passionate about equity, motivated to close opportunity gaps and help every child reach their full potential
• Skilled at building authentic partnerships with families and colleagues to support student success
• A life‑long learner who thrives in a dynamic and collaborative school environment

Instruction & Classroom Culture

• Build a classroom culture of excellence, belonging, and high expectations in either Humanities or STEM
• Deliver rigorous instruction using Rocketship’s curriculum, while adapting to meet student needs
• Submit lesson plans for feedback and collaborate with your coach to continually refine instruction
• Analyze student data regularly and use it to guide planning and instruction
• Partner with special education staff to ensure students with additional needs are fully included and supported
• Support the whole child through intentional Social‑Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons and partnership with Rocketship’s Wellness team

Family & Community Engagement

• Partner with students and families through consistent communication, building trust and shared ownership of student success
• Conduct annual home visits with families and maintain ongoing touch points throughout the year
• Engage families in setting academic and behavioral goals, and transparently share student progress
• Participate in school events and community gatherings to strengthen connections

Rocketship Professional Culture

• Engage fully in weekly coaching, including real‑time classroom coaching in the moment, and ongoing professional development to continually strengthen their practice
• Act with urgency and courage in the best interests of students, even when tackling new or unfamiliar challenges
• Engage in self‑reflection, taking ownership of outcomes and learning from both positive and challenging experiences
• Communicate openly and effectively with colleagues and families
• Contribute to a positive, team‑oriented staff culture where collaboration ensures every student has consistent support
• Recognized and rewarded for excellence, including eligibility for performance‑based pay tied to student growth and impact

Required Qualifications

• Hold a B.A./B.S. degree from an accredited institution
• Prior experience teaching in diverse school communities (preferred)

Compensation

$68,000 – $88,000 a year.

Signing Bonus Eligible

Eligible for a signing bonus up to $2,500.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.

Benefits

Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and wellness benefits, a 403(b) retirement plan, a flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off.

Equal Employment Opportunities

Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Harassment Policy

Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools’ employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Human Resources.