Elementary Teacher (SY25-26)

The TenSquare Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 61,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Kindergarten through 5th-grade teachers for the upcoming school year. This role involves collaborating with colleagues to develop engaging curriculum materials, preparing standards-based lessons, and assessing student growth. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree and experience in urban education, with a focus on fostering a positive learning environment. Join a vibrant community dedicated to inspiring students and promoting their academic achievements. This is a full-time, salaried position that offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; concentration in education preferred.
• Two or more years of teaching experience in an urban environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop cohesive Common Core-aligned curriculum materials.
• Prepare standards-based lessons that challenge critical thinking.
• Communicate with students, parents, and staff to ensure progress.

Skills

Curriculum Development

Classroom Management

Differentiated Instruction

Assessment Methods

Spanish Language Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Advanced Degree in Education

Job description

ABOUT MERIDIAN PCS
Meridian is a PreK-8th grade school located in Washington DC’s vibrant U Street Corridor. Our mission is to inspire a passion for learning in our students and to help them build their self-confidence and self-respect through academic achievement. As one of the oldest public charter schools in the city, our campuses support about 600 racially and ethnically diverse students from all wards of Washington, DC. Approximately 25% of our students are English language learners (multilingual learners). One-third of students live in the surrounding neighborhood and approximately 50% live in Ward 1. Meridian’s elementary PreK-5th grade campus is located in DC’s vibrant U Street Corridor. Meridian’s middle school campus, grades 6-8, is located in the Columbia Heights neighborhood.

Meridian draws on the strengths of our neighborhood and our partnerships with community organizations to support our students and families. The city is our classroom; as an emerging EL Education school, we prepare our students to be active citizens and create a better world. Through language learning, a rich and rigorous curriculum, and the schoolwide values of curiosity, respect, resilience, and leadership, we support students in achieving their highest aspirations.

Join us as we continue to take Meridian from good to great! For additional information about Meridian visit mpcs-dc.org.

ABOUT THE POSITION
We are seeking Kindergarten through 5th grade teachers for the 2025-26 school year. Meridian departmentalizes beginning in 4th grade. Our 4th-5th grade teachers specialize in math, ELA, or science/social studies instruction. All positions are full-time, salaried, 10-month positions.

Teachers at Meridian are responsible for the following:

• Collaborating with colleagues in developing cohesive Common Core-aligned curriculum materials, increasing instructional resources, and establishing instructional goals
• Preparing standards-based lessons that challenge students’ critical thinking
• Utilizing strong content knowledge to effectively present enticing and rigorous Common Core-aligned lessons
• Differentiating instruction to accommodate multiple learning styles and abilities
• Assessing students’ academic and developmental growth through observation and a variety of assessment methods
• Tracking and monitoring assessment results in order to regularly refine teaching practices and design differentiated lesson plans
• Applying the values of urgency, rigor, and consistency to create a positive learning environment that promotes high expectations
• Communicating with students, parents, and school staff to ensure that students are on track in their learning and making progress towards goals
• Establishing and implementing effective classroom management procedures, and maintaining a productive, safe, and focused learning environment
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
Ideal candidates will have the following education and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Concentration or advanced degree in education preferred.
• Two or more years of teaching experience as an elementary teacher in an urban environment with a strong record of student achievement preferred.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.

SALARY AND BENEFITS
Meridian teachers and staff are compensated competitively for their time and have opportunities to earn additional income through leadership opportunities at the school level, offering extracurricular clubs and sports for students, and facilitating tutoring programs. In the 2024-25 school year, the pay scale for teachers ranged from $61,000 to $99,000, based on level of education and years of experience.

HOW TO APPLY
Do you embody a love of learning? Do you believe in the importance of educating the whole child? Do you want to help Meridian continue to grow from good to great? Apply today!
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Meridian Public Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The School’s EEO policy prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, disability, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Meridian PCS prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodation for employees with a disability. Under this policy, equal employment opportunity is required in recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, termination, compensation, benefits, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as required by applicable law.