SY25-26 Early Childhood Lead Teacher

Overview

Reports to : Director of Early Childhood Education. The Inspired Teaching Demonstration School is a professional learning community of master teachers and teacher residents, serving a diverse group of students with an inquiry-based curriculum. The school aims to become a national leader in teacher preparation, support, and student education, located in Washington, DC.

Job Purpose

Early Childhood Teachers facilitate a play-based learning environment. In PreK classrooms, students develop a love of learning and foundational social and academic skills. In Kindergarten, students thrive in a play-based environment while being introduced to standards for literacy and math. Classrooms are text, numeracy, and sensory rich, integrating art and physical movement. Families are engaged as partners, with ongoing communication and education events to align home and school expectations and support young children's development within the school's progressive approach.

Essential Functions

The Early Childhood Lead Teacher is responsible for the following :

Planning and Preparation

• Plan and document high-quality instruction using the school's lesson planning tool, aligned with the school's mission and philosophy; the five core elements of teaching (joy; evidence of learning; purpose, persistence and action; student as expert; mutual respect); intentional, well-designed curricula approved by the school; and nationally-normed standards (Common Core, NGSS, C3 Framework, etc.).
• Understand students' needs and strengths, develop cultural competence, study child development theory and brain research, and keep current with student IEPs, 504s, and BIPs.
• Access high-quality resources and materials beyond the school campus.
• Demonstrate solid knowledge of concepts in each discipline taught.

Classroom Environment

Instruction

Professional Responsibilities

Qualifications

The successful applicant will demonstrate deep knowledge of progressive, constructivist education and the potential to coach a novice teacher. Master / Lead Teachers must :

About the School

With its clear mission in Washington, DC, the school models instruction for students and teachers, aiming to lead in teacher preparation and student education nationwide. The school emphasizes four "I"s : Intellect, Inquiry, Imagination, and Integrity, and aims for high achievement while preserving curiosity. The school focuses on developing student potential in Reading & Literature, Communication, Math, Science, and Social Studies, and fostering researchers and divergent thinkers who collaborate and problem-solve. Teachers are expected to demonstrate subject mastery, use engaging instructional strategies, contribute to a professional learning community, and build strong relationships with students and community stakeholders, including families. The school disseminates its instructional approach through Teaching Residents, conferences, and community engagement.

The school emphasizes inquiry and active learning, with a focus on social-emotional learning and student-centered organization, including differentiated instruction, collaborative groups, and child-initiated play. Primary methods of instruction include inquiry-based learning with teachers as facilitators and coaches.

Salary and Benefits

The Inspired Teaching School offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including health care options, retirement plan with employer match, Flexible Spending Accounts, AFLAC supplemental insurance, and pre-tax Metro benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The Inspired Teaching Demonstration School is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring and non-discrimination based on race, color, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications relevant to the position. The Title IX Coordinator is Jessica Hiltabidel (jessica.hiltabidel@inspiredteachingschool.org).

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