Special Education Teacher - Math/Science

Who We Are

District of Columbia International School (DCI) is a public charter school serving over 1600 racially and economically diverse students in grades 6-12 from across the District of Columbia. We aim to provide our students with a world-class education that empowers them to follow their passions and change the world. DCI’s education centers on an International Baccalaureate curriculum, advanced language learning in Chinese, Spanish, and French, and a culture focused on student agency supported by 1:1 technology.

Position Overview: DCI is hiring a full-time Special Education Math/Science Teacher. This teaching position entails both instructional and case management responsibilities for providing special education services and supports to students with exceptional learning needs at DCI during the school year. 

Salary Range: $63,113 - $105,575 (Starting salary is determined by education and years of relevant experience).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree is required.
• A Master's Degree in secondary education or this content area is preferred.
• Previous experience teaching in this content area is strongly preferred.
• Ability to use multiple technology platforms to guide instruction and communicate with students and families. Proficiency with communicating using G-Suite tools, including Gmail, is preferred.
• Experience working closely wih diverse families of special education students.
• Knowledge about special education practice and regulations, particularly those pertaining to DC schools.
• The ability to collaborate and work as part of a team.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interest in, or experience with, language immersion, 1:1 technology, and IB Middle Years Program model.
• Commitment to keeping current on best practices and evidence-based interventions in special education, technology, and general education.
• Commitment to ensuring access and achievement for our learners with exceptional learning needs.
• Clear a background check.

Key Qualities & Skills:

• Provide instruction to DCI students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Write, deliver, and monitor IEPs.
• Provide behavioral support to students with Tier 3 behaviors and have a special education classification.
• Conduct special education meetings and case management functions.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and related service providers.
• Collaborate closely with education leadership.
• Keep current on all OSSE regulations and initiatives.
• Demonstrate effective advocacy and transition planning for students with disabilities at DCI.
• Provide a high degree of communication through a variety of mediums with parents and students.
• Advise students, including teach an advisory class using our school curriculum, and support other aspects of the school’s instructional program.
• Embrace French, Spanish, and Chinese cultures by leading and participating in cultural activities for faculty and students.
• Ensure that our 1:1 Chromebooks program is implemented effectively for students by infusing technology into instruction.
• Other duties as assigned.

Faculty and Staff Development/Benefits: DCI is committed to the principles of servant leadership and to providing faculty and staff with the resources and training they need to provide an excellent education experience for every student and family. 

• We have a benefits package that includes health and disability insurance and paid leave.  
• We offer teachers daily planning time, professional development, and reasonable class sizes.
• Teachers and staff have the appropriate technology and support to do their work.

DC International School is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural and multilingual environment.