Nonprofit

High School ELA Special Education / Inclusion Teacher (SY 24-25)

On-site, Work must be performed in or near Washington, DC


  • Details

    Job Type:Full Time
    Application Deadline:October 25, 2024
    Education:4-Year Degree Required
    Experience Level:Mid-level
    Salary:USD $58,500 - $91,500 / year

    Description

    Capital City is looking for innovative, experienced, and passionate teachers for the school year 2024-2025. 

    At Capital City, we challenge the status quo every day. Our staff are skilled, compassionate, solutions-oriented, and unwavering in their commitment to give children of all ages, all backgrounds, and all abilities the education they need to thrive. If you want to help prepare the next generation of changemakers, apply today!

    Teaching roles are 10-month positions, which are exempt and therefore not eligible for overtime pay under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

    Why teach at Capital City?

    • Work hard and achieve results, together! At Capital City, teachers work on collaborative teams that grapple with challenges, celebrate successes, and support and learn from one another.
    • Diversity, equity, and inclusion aren’t just buzzwords. We believe the diversity of our staff and the students we serve is our greatest asset. We take seriously the responsibility to achieve equity for our students and build a culture where staff engage in dialogue about race and work to build an inclusive culture.
    • Invest in your own learning. Capital City prioritizes the professional growth and learning of our teachers through weekly internal professional development and opportunities to learn from experts around the country. Campus and school-wide leadership opportunities are available for teachers who want them.
    • Make your classroom and curriculum your own. Our teachers value the autonomy they have at Capital City to design a curriculum that is dynamic, personal and exciting. There is a culture of innovation that is supported by Principals and Instructional Coaches. 

    High School Inclusion Teachers at Capital City:

    • Develop and deliver specialized instruction in the classroom during academic periods designed to help students meet grade-level standards and achieve personal learning goals
    • Ensure IEP records are thorough, up to date, and well-organized, including: parent communication logs, progress reports, and assessments
    • Communicate with families regarding service delivery and progress
    • Assess student progress on IEP goals and use data to plan for instruction
    • Monitor English Learner progress on content and language targets and provide accommodations to ensure access to the curriculum
    • Develop and deliver specialized instruction designed to help students meet grade-level standards and achieve personal learning goals 
    • Modify assessments and classwork for students in special populations
    • Meet and plan regularly with a team of teachers who teach the same students
    • Support students with completing portfolios and meeting passage requirements
    • Collaborate with staff and students to implement consistent structures and develop traditions
    • Attend a summer institute and weekly professional development with the entire staff 

    Capital City seeks to employ experienced, credentialed teachers. Ideal candidates have a Master’s degree and 3+ years of full-time teaching experience.

    Minimum required qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and at least one of the following:

    • A major in education or field of instruction or equivalent 30 semester hours of credit
    • District of Columbia teaching license in field of instruction
    • Two years of verifiable teaching experience as a teacher of record
    • One year as a support teacher at Capital City and enrollment in a teacher education or certification program

    Spanish speakers are desired.

    In addition to the above requirements, teachers must meet the requirements of all hires at Capital City including a criminal background check

    About Our School

    Capital City was founded in 2000 and currently serves a diverse population of nearly 1,000 students across PK-12th grade. We have been recognized as a model for social, emotional and academic development. Our program emphasizes a commitment to diversity and equity, a strong inclusion model and the integration of arts into the curriculum. We are a credentialed EL Education Mentor School (https://eleducation.org/) in the national network of over 150 schools. Through this model, teachers craft long-term learning expeditions that connect learning to the real-world and incorporate projects, research, fieldwork, and service to support students in meeting rigorous standards. Learn more at www.ccpcs.org.

    Capital City is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected status. All employment decisions will be made solely on the basis of the individual's qualifications as related to the requirements of the position being filled.

    Capital City is looking for innovative, experienced, and passionate teachers for the school year 2024-2025. 

    At Capital City, we challenge the status quo every day. Our staff are skilled, compassionate, solutions-oriented, and unwavering in their commitment to give children of all ages, all backgrounds, and all abilities the education they need to thrive. If you want to help prepare the next generation of changemakers, apply today!

    Teaching roles are 10-month positions, which are exempt and therefore not eligible for overtime pay under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

    Why teach at Capital City?

    • Work hard and achieve results, together! At Capital City, teachers work on collaborative teams that grapple with challenges, celebrate successes, and support and learn from one another.
    • Diversity, equity, and inclusion aren’t just buzzwords. We believe the diversity of our staff and the students we serve is our greatest asset. We take seriously the…

    Benefits

    Compensation and Benefits: 

    Capital City offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Learn more about our salary and benefits: bit.ly/Salary_Benefits

    • Competitive compensation. At Capital City, salaries compensate for experience and qualifications. Teacher salaries are benchmarked regularly against area school districts and other charters. Teachers know how their salary is calculated and what to expect year-to-year. Check out our salary scale here: bit.ly/TeacherSalaryScaleFY24
    • Benefits. Capital City invests in a comprehensive benefits package to support the happiness and well-being of staff at all stages of career and life. Benefits include 100% of health insurance covered for full-time employees, up to 6% in retirement contributions, preferred student admission for children of staff living in DC, and support for you and your family when needed.

    Compensation and Benefits: 

    Capital City offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Learn more about our salary and benefits: bit.ly/Salary_Benefits

    • Competitive compensation. At Capital City, salaries compensate for experience and qualifications. Teacher salaries are benchmarked regularly against area school districts and other charters. Teachers know how their salary is calculated and what to expect year-to-year. Check out our salary scale here: bit.ly/TeacherSalaryScaleFY24
    • Benefits. Capital City invests in a comprehensive benefits package to support the happiness and well-being of staff at all stages of career and life. Benefits include 100% of health insurance covered for full-time employees, up to 6% in retirement contributions, preferred student admission for children of staff living in DC, and support for you and your family when needed.

    Level of Language Proficiency

    Spanish speakers are desired.

    Spanish speakers are desired.

    Location

    On-site
    100 Peabody St NW, Washington, DC 20011, USA

    How to Apply

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