JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION: 3rd Grade Elementary Lead Teacher (General Education Classroom)

REPORTS TO: Principal & Assistant Principal

QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate will:

Be “highly qualified” in accordance with the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 and have: a BA and passing score on state required test for Kindergarten instruction; a BA and certification for Kindergarten; a Masters in Early Childhood or Elementary School Education; or a Masters and certification.
Have 1 – 2 years of successful classroom teaching experience in an urban school setting. 2 or more years of teaching experience is preferred.
Taught 3rd grade our higher previously.
Be a strong classroom manager.
Be an effective planner of standards-based units and lessons that include differentiated instruction.
Have experience with data-driven instruction.
Be committed to meeting the needs of a diverse student population that includes students with special needs.
Have a track record of being a team player and community minded.
Have interest in learning about and incorporating the Project Approach and Art Integration.
Be committed to their own learning.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Planning and teaching all core subjects (reading, math, science, social studies).
Developing meaningful learning expeditions and projects.
Assessing student progress regularly and using data to plan for instruction.
Collaborating and co-teaching with an Inclusion teacher, ELL teacher and Assistant Teacher or Teaching Fellow.
Creating a classroom culture and environment practicing Responsive Classroom techniques.
Engaging parents and families in their student’s learning and acting as an ambassador for the school in the community.
Contributing productively to the school as a whole.
Attending and participating in school events outside of regular school hours.

SALARY & BENEFITS

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, depending on experience and qualifications. Bridges is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate all applicants without unlawful consideration of race, religion, age, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

How to Apply

To apply submit a cover letter and resume via email to the following email address: jobs@bridgespcs.org

Emails submission should include job title that you are applying. For example, “3rd Grade Elementary Lead Teacher” in the subject line and can be emailed to: jobs@bridgespcs.org

Bridges Public Charter School 1250 Taylor St. NW Washington, DC 20011 Fax (202) 545 – 0517

Salary and Benefits:

An employee’s salary is based on educational level, certification(s), and years of experience.
Employees will be contracted yearly. Contracts will be renewed according to evaluations and staff interest.
Health care, disability insurance, and a retirement plan: 401-(k) or the continuation of the DCPS retirement plan.

To ensure safety for all students, all staff members will be fingerprinted and background checks will be conducted on all school staff prior to their service as employees. Bridges is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate all applicants without unlawful consideration of race, religion, age, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Spanish-speakers and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply