Teacher
Pay Plan: ET - 15 (10 Month) Grade: ET
Step/Salary: 1-10 / $56,313 - $90,905
Location: Washington, DC
We are looking for highly motivated and skilled ESL and ELL educators to join our team at District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS). We seek individuals who are passionate about transforming the DC school system and making a significant difference in the lives of public school students, parents, and the larger community.
DCPS serves over 51,000 students in the nation's capital through the efforts of approximately 4,000 educators in 117 schools. As part of a comprehensive reform effort to become the preeminent urban school system in America, DCPS intends to have the highest-performing, best paid, most satisfied, and most honored educator force in the nation and a distinctive central office staff whose work supports and drives instructional excellence and significant achievement gains for DCPS students.
ESL and ELL candidates who commit to teaching at one of our RISE schools are eligible to receive a signing bonus of up to $2,500 for the 2021-22 school year if they are hired by June 1, 2021.
Why DCPS?
• DC Public Schools is a district on the rise - Enrollment numbers are increasing, graduation rates are up, and we have led the nation in math and reading improvements, earning DCPS the title of fastest improving urban public school district in the country!
• Our nationally competitive compensation rates - In addition to a solid base salary, DCPS teachers are eligible for bonuses of up to $25,000 each year. In just 4 years in the district, it is possible to earn six figures at DCPS! Additionally, new ESL teachers are eligible to receive a signing bonuses of up to $2,500 if they commit to teaching in one of our 1- or 2-STAR schools.
• Our innovative approach to professional development - In place of the traditional school-based and district-wide professional development in favor of weekly, content-specific professional learning communities that are led by subject matter experts at your school.
• Advancement and leadership opportunities for teachers - Through LIFT, a five-stage career ladder, teachers are eligible for leadership positions, policy fellowships, and new professional learning opportunities, all without having to leave the classroom.
• A focus on student satisfaction and engagement - Whether through our Family Engagement work, Empowering Males of Color initiative or DCPS Study Abroad Program, we are committed to providing transformative experiences for our students.
Position Overview
Vision
Every student feels loved, challenged, and prepared to positively influence and thrive in life.
Mission
Ensure that every school guarantees students reach their full potential through rigorous and joyful learning experiences provided in a nurturing environment.
Strategic Priorities
Promote Equity: Define, understand, and promote equity so that we can eliminate gaps and systematically interrupt institutional bias.
Empower Our People: Recruit, develop, and retain a talented, caring, and diverse team.
Ensure Excellent Schools: Increase the number of excellent schools throughout the city.
Educate the Whole Child: Provide rigorous, joyful, and inclusive academic and social emotional learning experiences to ensure all students are college and career ready.
This position is a safety-sensitive position. As a result, throughout employment this position will be subject to the Employee Mandatory Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy.
The Teacher (10-month) will report to the Principal.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.
• Sets and reinforces clear expectations and routines that are aligned with the school’s overall vision. Develops and implements curricula and activities to meet academic standards.
• Thoughtfully plans daily lessons and implements specific strategies to meet the needs of all students, providing extra support, enrichment, or variation of work when necessary.
• Demonstrates strong content knowledge.
• Designs and implements assessments that measure progress towards academic standards and diagnoses areas of student misunderstanding.
• Uses assessment data to refine curriculum and informs instructional practices.
• Be accountable for students’ academic growth and increase each individual student’s achievement. Creates a positive, achievement-oriented learning environment.
• Reflects on successes and areas of growth as a teacher, seeks to improve performance, and responds to feedback. Participates in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school- wide functions.
• Invests parents and families in their children’s academic success through regular communication.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree.
• Previous exposure to or experience in the education sector a plus.
• Possesses or is eligible for a valid District of Columbia Teaching License issued by the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE).
• Successful completion of Praxis I and II exams (unless already holding a standard teaching license).
• Strong instructional skills and classroom management.
• Enthusiasm for and demonstrated mastery of subject matter.
• Unrelenting commitment to students, self, and school’s constant learning and development.
• Ability to self-reflect on teaching practices and be responsive to feedback.
Apply today at bit.ly/DCPSTeacherApp21. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; however, we encourage candidates to apply as early as possible to receive priority consideration and be eligible for signing bonuses.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $56,313.00 - $90,905.00 per year
COVID-19 considerations:
DCPS is committed to ensuring a safe return to learning for every student. As we prepare for reopening, the health, safety, and well-being of our staff, students, and families is top of mind. All DCPS teachers are eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.
At DC Public Schools (DCPS), we're on a mission: to defy expectations about what urban schools and students can achieve and to make DCPS a model for public education nationwide. DCPS is the fastest improving urban school district in America. In fact, over the past decade we've nearly doubled the number of students who are proficient in reading and math. As a result of our progress, our district has seen steady rises in enrollment and now serves over 51,000 students.
JOIN THE NATION'S BEST TEACHERS – AND BECOME EVEN BETTER. We're looking for dynamic teachers who insist on excellence and are passionate about honing their craft. At DCPS, you'll get the feedback you need to do your best work, colleagues who share your high standards, and opportunities to lead without leaving the classroom.
WE PAY OUR TEACHERS LIKE PROFESSIONALS AND CELEBRATE THEM LIKE ROCKSTARS. Top teachers can earn more $100,000 in salary and bonuses by their fourth year and win awards of up to $10,000 for classroom excellence. Every year, we recognize the very best with an annual Standing Ovation gala.
WE'RE MAKING HISTORY. We’re setting an ambitious standard for great teaching and making it a reality across the district. With your help, we’ll transform education for our more than 51,000 students and become the first urban school district to close the opportunity gap between students from low-income backgrounds and their more affluent peers.
JOIN US. We accept applications in all subjects and grade levels for our 117 schools. We are particularly interested in candidates with a track record of success in the classroom.