26-27 Middle School Teacher, Science

Achievement Prep Elementary School Lead TeacherAchievement Prep is an award-winning public charter school network dedicated to empowering underserved communities in Southeast Washington, DC. Our mission is to prepare students to excel as high-achieving scholars and leaders, not only in school but also in life. Our values include: All Scholars are Deserving, Love is at the Core, Exceptional Academic Results, and Platinum Teachers are a Main Ingredient.As an Achievement Prep Elementary School Lead Teacher, you'll be the driving force in closing the achievement gap. You'll specialize in Science for our middle school scholars. Join a team of passionate educators dedicated to creating an environment of joyful rigor, where the quality of instruction impacts our mission the most. Your work matters! Reporting to the Instructional Coach, you will:Teach Science to 2-3 groups of scholars dailyImplement a research-based curriculumPersonalize instruction for scholars with IEPsCreate assessments and use data to ensure mastery of standardsCollaborate with peers to set data-driven academic goalsCultivate a joyful and consistent classroom cultureCollaborate and co-teach with Scholar Support (SPED) TeachersEngage with scholars and families to build trust and rapportSupport family events and communicate scholar progressContinuously improve your teaching practice through professional developmentIntegrate into the school community and assume additional responsibilitiesBe on campus from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and until 3:00 PM on WednesdayBe willing to take on additional responsibilities as necessary to fulfill Achievement Prep's mission for our scholarsRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Education or related fieldTeaching license or passing Praxis scores (if not an education major)2+ years of K-12 teaching experienceExperience in underserved communitiesDesired Qualifications:Master's degree in EducationTeacher leadership experience (grade level lead, department chair, mentor teacher, etc.)You are a mission-driven educator who believes in the power of education. You are committed to making a difference in underserved communities. You value a quality public education for all and are dedicated to serving every child. You are results-driven and an expert in your content area, constantly seeking ways to improve. You respect timelines and embrace feedback, knowing the mission isn't easy but energizes you. You thrive in ambiguity and find joy in the day-to-day. Our teachers are worth more than gold, they're platinum!Development: Teachers receive ongoing (weekly or bi-weekly) development from school leaders:Formal and informal observations and feedback1:1 meetings to discuss teaching practice, scholar data, curriculum, and goalsContent team meetingsWednesday afternoon professional development tailored to teacher needs$150 Classroom Reimbursement fundCompensation & Benefits: Achievement Prep offers highly competitive compensation and benefits:Generous medical, vision, and dental benefitsFlexible spending accounts for transit, dependent care, and medical expenses401K plan with immediate employer matching up to 4%44-60 days of Paid Time Off, including holidays, break periods, sick, and personal timeWellness benefits including reimbursements for gym, massages, counseling, etc.It Pays to Stay: Upon completion of 2 full school years of service, employees become eligible for annual loyalty incentives:Personalized gifts and Achievement Prep swagCompensation BonusesYou're Worth It! Ready to Get Started? If you're excited to be part of a dedicated and passionate team, please submit your resume and cover letter to this job posting. Let's make a difference together!Achievement Prep encourages individuals of all identities and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer fully committed to hiring a talented and diverse group of individuals. Achievement Prep does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law.