Special Education Teacher SY 25-26 (immediate hire)

DC Scholars Public Charter School; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403B retirement plan with matching contributions

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Supportive community environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

DC Scholars Public Charter School is searching for dedicated Special Education Teachers for the 2024-25 academic year. The role emphasizes fostering an engaging classroom environment, preparing data-driven lesson plans tailored for students' Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and actively engaging families in the educational process.

Qualified candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of teaching experience, preferably within an urban context. The school values educational equity and is committed to a diverse workforce.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of teaching experience, preferably in an urban setting.
• Record of success improving outcomes for students with IEPs.
• Passion for educational equity and DC Scholars mission.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate an engaging classroom environment.
• Prepare and execute data-driven lesson plans for IEP goals.
• Actively engage families through regular communication.

Skills

Classroom management

Special Education strategies

Data-driven instruction

Family engagement

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

About DC Scholars

DC Scholars Public Charter School was founded in 2012 and serves approximately 500 students in Preschool - 8th grade. DC Scholars develops life‑long scholars who have the academic knowledge and skills, individual passions, and community‑mindedness necessary to succeed in and contribute to an ever‑changing world. We have cultivated a mission‑oriented and collaborative team. Our staff is enthusiastic about constantly setting and reaching a high bar for students.

The Position

DC Scholars Public Charter School is seeking Special Education Teachers for the upcoming 2024-25 school year. We are looking for individuals who foster a culture of achievement, invest in deep preparation for lessons, and value feedback/continuous improvement. If you’re ready to join a team of dedicated educators who are committed to ensuring that all students have access to a high‑quality education that empowers them to actualize their dreams, apply today!

Key Responsibilities

Classroom Culture

• Cultivate a productive, engaging small group classroom environment for students — foster relationships with and among students
• Establish strong classroom routines and systems in alignment with the DC Scholars Way
• Leverage DC Scholars’ culture systems to provide feedback to scholars aligned to our PATH values (Prepared, Attentive, Thoughtful, Hardworking) and use of our ladder of consequences for strong classroom management.
• Monitor and support arrival and dismissal processes

Planning for and Delivering Instruction

• Prepare for and execute data‑driven small group lesson plans aligned to goals of students’ Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and other identified areas of need
• Provide research‑based Tier 3 interventions (e.g., Read 180, Math 180), adhering to program pacing
• Monitor student growth and progress using DC Scholars intervention data tracking systems
• Be knowledgeable about individual student plans, including Individualized Learning Plans (IEPs), 504s, and other support plans, provide appropriate modifications and accommodations in accordance with student IEPs
• Prepare for and actively engage in weekly intellectual preparation meetings (PLCs) with coach and colleagues
• Systematically analyze and respond to all student data points, including daily exit tickets, Common Interim Assessments, student usage of the iReady individualized learning pathways, performance on iReady assessments, discipline data, attendance data, etc.
• Actively engage in coaching sessions (both meetings and in‑the‑moment coaching) and respond to feedback by agreed upon deadlines

Family Engagement

• Engage actively with families—attend family events (at least quarterly), facilitate Parent Conferences, share weekly family bulletins, and provide monthly updates to individual families on student progress

School Community

• Demonstrate an unwavering belief in the ability of the organization, colleagues, students, and self to grow—take personal responsibility, solicit and respond to feedback; share constructive feedback so that others/the organization may grow
• Complete tasks by agreed upon deadlines
• Meet professional expectations for dress, time, and attendance
• Communicate clearly and frequently, responding to messages, calls, and emails following organization‑wide norms for timeliness

Compliance

• Engage in dedicated time to provide consultation to general education teachers on how best to support students with IEPs within the general education setting
• Collaborate with related service providers to understand student needs and create alignment with proactive across settings
• Ensure 100% IEP/Eligibility timeliness
• Systematically analyze and respond to all student data points, including daily exit tickets, Common Interim Assessments, student usage of the iReady individualized learning pathways, performance on iReady assessments, discipline data, attendance data, etc.
• Monitor and support arrival and dismissal processes
• Actively engage in coaching sessions (both meetings and in‑the‑moment coaching) and respond to feedback by agreed upon deadlines

Background And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 2+ years of teaching experience, preferably in an urban setting
• Record of success improving outcomes for students farthest from opportunity

Mindset

• Passion for educational equity and a commitment to the mission and vision of DC Scholars
• Alignment with DC Scholars’ Core Values: High Bar, Passion & Persistence, Hope, Humility & Growth, and Trust
• High standards of excellence for self and for others
• Evidence of well‑developed emotional intelligence and empathy
• Desire to collaborate with others

The Rewards

• Opportunity to work in an exciting and enjoyable environment that fosters strong family relationships and community partnerships
• Targeted professional development focused on bolstering leadership capabilities
• Supportive and caring community
• Competitive salaries
• Highly competitive benefits packages including
• 403B retirement plan with matching contributions
• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• EAP
• Employee discount through Life Mart

Salary Details

Please review salary range here for the Special Education Teacher role in alignment with DC Scholars salary band and our compensation philosophy. Starting salaries for new hires will be determined based on a combination of the new hire's relevant experience and market demands.

DC Scholars encourages individuals of all identities and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are an equal‑opportunity employer fully committed to hiring a talented and diverse group of individuals. DC Scholars does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law.