Elementary Teachers; SY

Position: Elementary Teachers (SY25-26, 26-27)
ABOUT MERIDIAN PCS
Founded in 1999 by a group of dedicated volunteers, Meridian Public Charter School is one of Washington, DC's oldest continuously operating public charter schools. Serving students in grades K-8, Meridian has a long-standing reputation for academic excellence, innovation, and a deep commitment to educating the whole child through its ALL approach-Arts, Language, and Literacy.

Meridian operates across two campuses-Elementary and Middle School-housed in historic buildings that reflect the school's deep roots in the city. With our elementary campus located in the historic U Street Corridor of downtown Washington, DC, and our Middle School Campus located between the Petworth and Columbia Heights neighborhoods, Meridians Campuses are both located in vibrant neighborhoods known for its rich cultural history, diverse dining options, and bustling small business community.

What truly distinguishes Meridian among DC public charter schools is its ability to blend academic rigor, artistic expression, community connection, and educator investment within a historic and dynamic urban setting. Meridian is a place where students are known, staff are supported, families are valued, and learning is driven by purpose.

Together, Meridian's students, families, and staff form a vibrant learning community-committed to excellence, grounded in equity, and united by a shared belief in what's possible when Arts, Language, and Literacy lead the way.

For additional information about Meridian visit mpcs-dc.org.

ABOUT THE POSITION
We are seeking Kindergarten through 5th grade teachers for the 2025-26 and the 2026-27 school year. All positions are full-time, salaried, 10-month positions.

Teachers at Meridian are responsible for the following:

• Collaborating with colleagues in developing cohesive Common Core-aligned curriculum materials, increasing instructional resources, and establishing instructional goals
• Preparing standards-based lessons that challenge students' critical thinking
• Utilizing strong content knowledge to effectively present enticing and rigorous Common Core-aligned lessons
• Differentiating instruction to accommodate multiple learning styles and abilities
• Assessing students' academic and developmental growth through observation and a variety of assessment methods
• Tracking and monitor assessment results in order to regularly refine teaching practices and design differentiated lesson plans
• Applying the values of urgency, rigor, and consistency to create a positive learning environment that promotes high expectations
• Communicating with students, parents, school staff to ensure that students are on-track in their learning and making progress towards goals
• Establish and implement effective classroom management procedures, and maintain productive, safe, and focused learning environment
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
Ideal candidates will have the following education and experience:

• Bachelor's degree required. Concentration or advanced degree in education preferred.
• Two or more years of teaching experience as an elementary teacher in an urban environment with a strong record of student achievement preferred
• Spanish language skills are a plus

SALARY AND BENEFITS
Meridian teachers and staff are compensated competitively for their time and have opportunities to earn additional income through leadership opportunities at the school level, offering extracurricular clubs and sports for students, and facilitating tutoring programs. In the 2025-26 school year, the pay scale for teachers ranged from $61,000 -$99,000, based on level of education and years of experience. Please see the pay scale here.

HOW TO APPLY
Do you embody a love of learning? Do you believe in the importance of educating the whole child? Do you want to help Meridian continue to grow from good to great? Apply today!
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Meridian Public Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The School's EEO policy prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, disability, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Meridian PCS prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodation for employees with a disability.

Under this policy, equal employment opportunity is required in recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, termination, compensation, benefits, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as required by applicable law.