High School Sped Science Teacher

Job Title: HS Science Teacher (HS SPED-Science, no case management)

Location: Northwest Washington, D.C.

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: $62,000 – $120,000 per year

A dynamic, student-centered charter school in Northwest Washington, D.C., is seeking enthusiastic Science Teachers to join our instructional team for the 2025 school year. This full-time, hybrid position includes on-campus instruction combined with remote planning and/or asynchronous responsibilities.

This is a rewarding opportunity for an educator passionate about Science and committed to helping students develop curiosity, critical thinking skills, and a strong foundation in scientific inquiry.

• Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction in Science within a hybrid learning environment.
• Design hands-on investigations, labs, and inquiry-based lessons that promote scientific reasoning and problem-solving.
• Integrate real-world applications, technology, data analysis, and multimedia resources into instruction.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment - both in-person and online that encourages curiosity and collaboration.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including students with IEPs and multilingual learners.
• Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and inform instruction.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to support student growth and mastery of science standards.
• Collaborate with grade-level and science department colleagues to develop cohesive units, labs, and assessments.
• Maintain consistent communication with families regarding student progress and engagement.
• Participate in professional development and contribute positively to the school community.

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Earth Science, Education, Physics, Chemistry or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

• Minimum of 2 years of classroom teaching experience, preferably in middle school science.

• Strong understanding of NGSS or state science standards and middle school science pedagogy.
• Ability to create engaging, hands-on learning experiences in both in-person and virtual settings.
• Effective classroom management and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to equity, inclusivity, and culturally responsive teaching practices.
• Competitive salary based on experience and education
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid time off and relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• A supportive, collaborative, mission-driven school environment

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Job Type: Full-time (Hybrid)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20011