Instructional Specialist (K-2)

Friendship Schools; Washington (District of Columbia); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 125.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Friendship Public Charter School is seeking dedicated professionals for anticipated vacancies for the 2026–2027 school year in Washington, DC. The role focuses on instructional coaching, leadership development, and supporting teachers to raise student outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Elementary Education (Master's preferred) and at least three years of teaching experience, with strong communication and collaboration skills to lead school-wide improvements.

Formación

• Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education is required; Master’s Degree preferred or currently enrolled.
• Experience in instructional coaching or instructional leadership is preferred; strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsabilidades

• Experience in an instructional coaching, instructional leadership, or similar role preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to support instruction across multiple elementary content areas.
• A demonstrated track record of instructional leadership and facilitation of adult learning.
• Experience coaching, mentoring, or providing instructional feedback to teachers preferred.
• Strong understanding of curriculum implementation, lesson planning, assessment, differentiation, and data-driven instruction.
• Knowledge of effective practices for supporting students with disabilities and diverse learning needs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Goal and results orientation.
• Superior problem-solving and critical-thinking skills; and
• Ability to thrive and succeed in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Conocimientos

Instructional leadership

Coaching/Mentoring

Data-driven instruction

Excellent communication

Educación

Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education

Master’s Degree preferred

Pursuing Master’s degree

Descripción del empleo

Thank you for your interest in joining Friendship Public Charter School! We are excited to review applications for anticipated vacancies for the 2026–2027 school year.

Our formal interview process will begin in January 2026 for all confirmed openings. Please note that some roles may be posted in advance of confirmation, and internal applicants will be considered first for any potential vacancies.

Friendship Public Charter School operates a network of high-performing, college-preparatory public charter schools serving students from pre-K3 through 12th grade. Our mission is to provide a world-class education that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and character necessary for success in college, career, and life.

We are seeking dedicated, mission-aligned professionals to join our team for the 2026–2027 school year.

We look forward to learning more about you and your passion for serving students in Washington, DC.

For more information about our schools please visit the following Social Media pages: YouTube, Linkedin, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter!

Please see the available salary scales: FPCS Compensation

Responsibilities

• Experience in an instructional coaching, instructional leadership, or similar role preferred;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Education, or a related field required; Master’s Degree preferred or currently enrolled in a master’s degree program;
• Minimum of three years of successful teaching experience, preferably within Kindergarten through Grade 2, with a consistent record of strong student outcomes;
• Strong knowledge of developmentally appropriate instructional practices for early elementary students;
• Demonstrated ability to support instruction across multiple elementary content areas;
• A demonstrated track record of instructional leadership and facilitation of adult learning;
• Experience coaching, mentoring, or providing instructional feedback to teachers preferred;
• Strong understanding of curriculum implementation, lesson planning, assessment, differentiation, and data-driven instruction;
• Knowledge of effective practices for supporting students with disabilities and diverse learning needs;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills;
• Goal and results orientation;
• Superior problem-solving and critical-thinking skills; and
• Ability to thrive and succeed in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in an instructional coaching, instructional leadership, or similar role preferred;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Education, or a related field required; Master’s Degree preferred or currently enrolled in a master’s degree program;
• Minimum of three years of successful teaching experience, preferably within Kindergarten through Grade 2, with a consistent record of strong student outcomes;
• Strong knowledge of developmentally appropriate instructional practices for early elementary students;
• Demonstrated ability to support instruction across multiple elementary content areas;
• A demonstrated track record of instructional leadership and facilitation of adult learning;
• Experience coaching, mentoring, or providing instructional feedback to teachers preferred;
• Strong understanding of curriculum implementation, lesson planning, assessment, differentiation, and data-driven instruction;
• Knowledge of effective practices for supporting students with disabilities and diverse learning needs;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills;
• Goal and results orientation;
• Superior problem-solving and critical-thinking skills; and
• Ability to thrive and succeed in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Curriculum Information

To learn more about our curriculum, consider the following links:

ELA - https://greatminds.org/english/witwisdom

Springboard - https://collegeboard.clickhelp.co/articles/#!springboard-digital-support/welcome-to-springboard-digital

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.