Early Learning Support (ELS) Special Education Teacher

Our students need your expertise, passion, and leadership. Are you ready to join something bigger?We are looking for highly motivated and skilled Special Education Early Learning Support (ELS), Teachers to join our team at District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) for the 2026-27 school year. We seek individuals who are passionate about transforming the DC school system and making a signi?cant di?erence in the lives of our public school students, parents, and the greater DC community.Signing bonuses of up to $7,500 will be awarded to rehired or new DCPS teachers who commit to teaching in Self-Contained Special Education (SPED) classrooms. Signing bonuses of up to $5,000 be awarded to teachers who commit to teaching in general or inclusion SPED classrooms. To be eligible, teachers must be selected for hire on or before July 17,2026.Find more informationhereDCPS serves approximately 51,000 students in the nation's capital through the e?orts of approximately 4,700 educators in 117 schools. As part of a comprehensive reform e?ort to become the preeminent urban school system in America, DCPS intends to have the highest-performing, best paid, most satis?ed, and most honored educator force in the nation and a distinctive central o?ce sta? whose work supports and drives instructional excellence and signi?cant achievement gains for DCPS students.Position OverviewVisionEvery student feels loved, challenged, and prepared to positively influence and thrive in life.MissionEnsure that every school guarantees students reach their full potential through rigorous and joyful learning experiences provided in a nurturing environment.Strategic PrioritiesEmpower Our PeopleRecruit, develop, and retain a talented, caring, and diverse team.Ensure Excellent SchoolsIncrease the number of excellent schools throughout the city.Educate the Whole ChildProvide rigorous, joyful, and inclusive academic and social emotional learning experiences to ensure all students are college and career ready.This position is a safety-sensitive position. As a result, throughout employment this position will be subject to the Employee Mandatory Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy. The Teacher (10-month) will report to the Principal.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe statements below are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.Sets and reinforces clear expectations and routines that are aligned with the school's overall vision.Develops and implements curricula and activities to meet academic standards.Thoughtfully plans daily lessons and implements speci?c strategies to meet the needs of all students, providing extra support, enrichment, or variation of work when necessary.Demonstrates strong content knowledge.Designs and implements assessments that measure progress towards academic standards and diagnoses areas of student misunderstanding.Uses assessment data to re?ne curriculum and informs instructional practices.Is accountable for students' academic growth and increases each individual student's achievement.Creates a positive, achievement-oriented learning environment.Re?ects on successes and areas of growth as a teacher, seeks to improve performance, and responds to feedback.Participates in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions.Invests parents and families in their children's academic success through regular communication.Quali?cations Bachelor's degree.Previous exposure to or experience in the education sector a plus.Possesses or is eligible for a valid District of Columbia Teaching License issued by the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSEStrong instructional skills and classroom management.Enthusiasm for and demonstrated mastery of subject matter.Unrelenting commitment to students, self, and school's constant learning and development.Ability to self-re?ect on teaching practices and be responsive to feedback.DCPS ValuesSTUDENTS FIRSTWe recognize students as whole children and put their needs ?rst in everything we do.COURAGEWe have the audacity to learn from our successes and failures, to try new things, and to lead the nation as a proof point of PK-12 success.EXCELLENCEWe work with integrity and hold ourselves accountable for exemplary outcomes, service, and interactions.TEAMWORKWe recognize that our greatest asset is our collective vision and ability to work collaboratively and authentically.JOYWe enjoy our collective work and will enthusiastically celebrate our success and each other.Apply here today

Created: 2026-05-09