Teacher, Social Studies

CESAR CHAVEZ PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL FOR PUBLIC POLICY•Washington, DC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Teachers at Chavez are highly effective and dedicated educators committed to the school's mission. Chavez teachers are focused on building relationships with students and are accountable for their students’ academic growth and the school’s success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS)
Demonstrated content knowledge (e.g., degree in content area and/or Praxis)
Strong instructional skills and classroom management
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Successful completion of ETS Praxis II (content area)
Valid teaching credential
Degree in the relevant content area
Experience working with historically underserved student populations
Demonstrated student academic growth and/or achievement in a prior role
3+ years of successful teaching experience

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Education or related field
Strong data analysis skills
National Board Certification
Family engagement experience
Evidence of ongoing professional development/continuing education

Responsibilities

Classroom Instruction & Student Engagement (70%) Set and reinforce clear expectations and routines that are aligned with the school’s overall vision
Develop and implement curricula and activities to meet academic standards
Thoughtfully plan daily lessons and implement specific strategies to meet the needs of all students, providing extra support, enrichment, or variation of work when necessary
Develops instructional plans that are engaging, rigorous and ensure all students achieve mastery of the stated learning objectives
Demonstrate strong content knowledge
Design and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standards and diagnose areas of student misunderstanding
Lessons and assignments are rigorous and demand that students think critically.
Use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices
Consistently use assessment data to drive instruction and plan activities.
Be accountable for students’ academic growth and increase each individual student’s achievement
Create a positive, achievement-oriented learning environment
Establishes high academic and behavior expectations for every student
Fosters respectful interactions between and among students and staff.
Collaborate and engage with peers and administrators to improve instructional practice and achieve student learning goals.
Provide additional instruction and support to students outside of content area to achieve school-wide goals and address student needs
Reflect on successes and areas of growth as a teacher, seek to improve performance, and respond to feedback
Participate in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, professional development and school-wide functions
Invest parents and families in their children’s academic success through regular communication
Perform additional duties as assigned
Public Policy & Fellowship Integration (20%) Work with the Public Policy Manager to implement high-quality instruction in the Social Studies course, ensuring alignment with Chavez’s mission and academic standards.
Facilitate meaningful discussions and analysis of public policy topics, helping students connect their research to real-world issues.
Collaborate with the Public Policy Manager to ensure all students are placed in appropriate fellowship experiences that align with their research interests and career aspirations.
Monitor student progress in fellowships, providing academic support and reflection opportunities to ensure a meaningful learning experience.
Curriculum Development & School-Wide Collaboration (10%) Engage in consistent reflection and review of curriculum and programs to best meet Chavez’s annual goals and mission.
Analyze classroom data and student work to drive continuous improvement and celebrate academic growth.
Attend all required staff meetings, professional development sessions, and team meetings, contributing to Chavez Schools’ vision for teaching excellence.
Participate in collaborative curriculum development, ensuring the Social Studies program evolves to meet the changing needs of students and the academic community.
Support the school’s overall enrollment and reenrollment efforts, including participation in recruitment, family engagement, and school events.