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SY26-27 Middle School Special Education Teacher (5th–8th)

Livingston Road

Ingenuity Prep is a high-performing public charter school in Ward 8, serving scholars from Pre-K through Middle School. We are a supportive school community dedicated to academic rigor and civic leadership, preparing students for the path to colleges and careers of their choosing. We are unapologetically outcomes-driven, with an instructional model that emphasizes small-group learning, collaborative teaching teams, and robust coaching and professional development, all within a culture rooted in joy, belonging, and authentic relationships.

WHAT YOU’LL DO
As a member of our Middle School Academy, staff have the opportunity to shape students during one of the most pivotal stages of their academic and personal development, building the skills, confidence, and critical thinking they need to thrive in high school and beyond. With two teachers in every classroom, staff collaborates closely across content areas to ensure every scholar receives rigorous instruction, individualized support, and the meaningful relationships they need to grow as learners and leaders. As a Middle School Special Education Teacher, you will work with students through:

Instructional Delivery & Student Support

  • Provide targeted, high-impact instruction aligned to IEP goals through push-in, pull-out, small-group instruction, and co-teaching models as needed.
  • Design and implement accommodations and modifications that preserve rigor and access to grade-level standards.
  • Partner with general education teachers to ensure students receive consistent support across settings.

IEP Development, Compliance & Progress Monitoring

  • Maintain excellence in IEP development, documentation, timelines, service minutes, and communication to ensure proactive, accurate, and timely compliance.
  • Monitor progress toward goals using structured data systems; translate data into instructional adjustments and service changes when needed.
  • Facilitate high-quality collaboration with families to ensure clarity, trust, and shared ownership of student progress.

Collaboration & Co-Teaching Model

  • Partner with grade-level teams, interventionists, and special education staff to ensure students receive coherent, aligned literacy support across classrooms.
  • Participate in student support meetings and instructional problem-solving routines grounded in evidence and urgency.

Culture & Family Partnership

  • Build strong student relationships and contribute to an inclusive, structured environment where students feel affirmed and challenged.
  • Communicate consistently with families, providing transparency into progress, needs, and instructional priorities.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking educators who are driven by student achievement, equity, and continuous growth, and who have the discipline to help every student meet a high bar. 

  • Instructional Readiness: You deliver instruction that accelerates learning and contributes to strong team outcomes.
  • Achievement Orientation: You believe all students can meet grade-level expectations, set ambitious goals, use data to adjust instruction, and persist until students succeed.
  • Demonstrated Commitment: You are reliable, follow through on responsibilities, and sustain impact across the full school year and beyond.
  • Mission Alignment: You are committed to educational equity in Washington, DC, and build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
  • Growth Mindset & Professionalism: You seek feedback, apply coaching, communicate clearly, and collaborate with maturity and accountability.

WHAT YOU BRING

  • Bachelor's Degree (in any field); Majors or minors in Special Education are preferred
  • Teacher Certification (lapsed certifications are okay) or enrollment in an alternative certification program (e.g., Teach For America, Capital Teaching Residency, City Teaching Alliance, etc.)
  • Experience with reviewing, writing, and implementing IEPs is preferred.

MORE ABOUT US
Ingenuity Prep offers among the strongest compensation and benefits packages of any public charter school in Washington, D.C. Our compensation and benefits package includes:

  • Competitive compensation with up to 7% annual salary growth
  • 401(k) IRA with 100% match up to 3% + Smart Save auto increase option
  • 100% employer-paid medical, disability, and life insurance for employees + dependents; 50% spouse coverage for medical; 50% employer-paid dental + vision
  • Paid parental leave for all staff, regardless of gender
  • Ongoing wellness support with monthly Wellness Days + free mental health services
  • MacBook Air provided for professional and personal use, 100% IP-paid cell phone plan (keep your number!), and tax-free commuter benefits
  • Robust coaching and learning model with monthly PD and teacher-led learning; dedicated time and funding for growth with early-release Wednesdays + external PD funds

Salary Range: $64,890 - $81,039 (commensurate with 1-10 years of experience)

Ingenuity Prep does not make hiring decisions based on race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, age, disability, veteran status, religion, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.  However, at this time, we do not provide job sponsorship for international candidates.

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