Lead Teacher - Middle School - DC PREP

Peace Corps; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

DC Prep is seeking a dedicated educator to join its mission of closing the achievement gap in Washington, DC. You will adapt a standards-based curriculum, deliver high-quality instruction, and collaborate with a team to ensure every student progresses.

You will analyze classroom data to guide instruction, participate in weekly professional development, and contribute to a culture of high expectations, inclusivity, and student success.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of lead teaching experience in urban public schools, preferably in special education.
• Bachelor’s degree from a competitive college or university.
• Concentration or advanced degree in education preferred.
• Commitment to serving underserved communities.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate and adapt instruction.

Responsibilities

• Plan thoughtfully and teach joyously, adapting curriculum to meet student needs.
• Use data intentionally to inform instruction.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and feedback conversations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure student success for all learners.
• Build mastery in ELA and math across early grades and beyond.
• Promote a culture of high expectations and DC Prep Way.

Skills

Lead teaching experience

Special education

Urban setting experience

Educational equity focus

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree in education

Job description

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About DC PREP

Our Mission at DC Prep: To bridge the educational divide in Washington, DC by increasing the number of students from underserved communities with the academic preparation and personal character to succeed in competitive high schools and colleges. At DC Prep, across all three campuses, we believe in fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates and honors all students, families, and staff, and their unique perspectives. We know that we are a stronger and richer community as a result of inclusivity and belonging, and we are committed to intentionally strengthening our individual and collective capacity to teach and lead in a culturally-proficient way. We believe that a sense of belonging is critical to student growth and achievement, and is instrumental in fulfilling our vision and mission.

Duties

• Planning thoughtfully and teaching joyously. You’ll adapt our rigorous, standards‑based curriculum to meet the particular needs of your students, thinking about both how to scaffold rigorous learning and how to infuse your kiddos’ day with joy. You’ll feel right at home, given your innate desire to spark a love of learning in your students! This means planning both for grade level instruction–which ALL Preppies receive–and planning small group instruction to meet kids where they are so they can access grade level instruction
• Using data intentionally. You are constantly thinking about how to help Preppies achieve ambitious goals. To track progress towards goals, you’ll analyze academic and classroom culture data to inform your instruction and target focus areas for your students.
• Investing in their own learning. We support our teachers’ ongoing professional growth through weekly professional development opportunities, as well as weekly observations and feedback conversations.
• Working collaboratively and flexibly. DC Prep teachers are focused on outcomes for students and understand the power of working together to ensure ALL students feel success in the classroom. This looks like taking time daily to plan together, troubleshoot problems, and adapt when an approach isn’t working. This collaborative and flexible approach ensures that every day is purposeful and intentional.
• Building mastery. Starting in 3rd grade, our schools are departmentalized, supporting you to become an expert in one content area while working with a team of outstanding educators to provide our Preppies with strong instruction throughout every portion of their day. Preschool-2nd grade teachers build mastery in both ELA and math.
• Embodying the DC Prep Way. We’ve built a strong culture of high expectations and student achievement at DC Prep. You are excited to contribute to this culture and eager to promote the DC Prep Way to students, families, and community members.

Qualifications

WHO YOU ARE: Few things in life give you more pleasure than helping a child realize his or her potential for growth and then actually making that growth a reality. You’re passionate about the need for students from underserved communities to learn without limits, the importance of addressing the intersection of race and public education in the U.S., and the transformational power of talented, mission-aligned people working together to advance a goal. You’re open to feedback, eager to grow, and bring your best to everything you do. You look for joy in your day-to-day and want to work with others who do, too!

QUALIFICATIONS - Educational background and work experience

• 2+ years of lead teaching experience as a special education teacher in an urban public school with a record of high student achievement highly preferred Bachelor’s degree from a competitive college or university required. Concentration or advanced degree in education preferred.
• Desire and willingness to support student achievement in traditionally under-served communities
• Passion for connecting with students and families in support of student success Extraordinary oral skills to effectively communicate with varied audiences
• Comfort with and ability to write efficiently and effectively as part of a culture where curriculum writing, email communication, and documentation are critical
• Superior analytical skills and sound judgment to make critical decisions autonomously
• Capable of thriving in circumstances involving ambiguity and nuance
• Meticulous organizational ability in order to set priorities, organize workload, handle multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines
• Emotional constancy and extraordinary interpersonal skills to ensure purposeful and professional colleague relationships
• Positive attitude, maturity, and personal stability sufficient for a demanding position
• Deep belief in DC Prep’s mission, values and commitment to diversity

Does this sound like the position for you?