MS/HS Special Education Teacher

Curriculum Design, Instruction, and Student Assessment :

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.

• Develop curriculum aligned with state and common core standards
• Design assessments and use data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices
• Approach practice with a sense of urgency, maximizing every minute with students
• Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor
• Differentiate plans for individual students based on their unique learning profiles so that all students are engaged and challenged
• Deliver rigorous and engaging content and instruction to students with passion and a willingness to do whatever it takes to help students succeed

Building School Culture :

• Build strong relationships with students and engage students in deep learning
• Believe deeply in the mission of Paul Public Charter School and that all children can meet high academic expectations
• Uphold consistent behavioral systems and student expectations within the classroom and everywhere on campus
• Communicate student progress regularly with parents and families
• Be accountable for student’s mastery of academic standards
• Embrace feedback and constructive criticism in the spirit of constant growth and development
• Demonstrate maturity, humility, professionalism, confidence, and a strong work ethic inside and outside the classroom

Family engagement is an integral part of school culture at Paul. We believe that building strong, positive relationships with scholars and families directly correlates to success in the classroom.

Teachers spend a great deal of time communicating with families both inside and outside of contract hours. Each teacher at Paul has the expectation to conduct SLC’s (student-led-conferences) which is also a strong part of our school culture.

These critical meetings take the place of parent teacher conferences and occur three times a year.

Other :

• Perform clerical duties, as required, relating to textbooks, instructional supplies, student reports and records, attendance reports, etc.
• Additional responsibilities may arise during the school year. This could include but is not limited to : lunch or afternoon duty, attending staff and student field trips, open houses, parent-teacher conferences, home visits, and other events involving parents and students as needed.

They will be communicated to all employees with as much notice and flexibility as possible.

Location

Washington, DC

Paul PCS offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with relevant experience and anticipated duties and responsibilities, including comprehensive health benefits.

We are virtual on most Fridays.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required (within content area preferred)
• Commitment to working with students from educationally underserved communities
• Mastery of and enthusiasm for content area, i.e. knowledge of Common Core standards for math & ELA, DC Social Studies standards, or NextGen Science Standards
• At least 2 years of teaching experience in an urban public school setting preferred
• Able to pass a criminal background check, as required by law

Application Information

Please send a thoughtful cover letter and resume to [email protected]. The subject line should read Application for MS or HS SPED Teacher.

Resumes without a cover letter will not be considered and replies will only be sent to qualified applicants.

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