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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.

DCI is hiring a full-time English Language Learners (ELL) Teacher. To apply, complete the employment application below, and be prepared to upload a copy of your resume and cover letter. You will need to pass a background check. No phone calls, please.

Position Overview: This teaching position entails both instructional and case management responsibilities for providing EL services and supports to students with English language-learning needs at DCI. Spanish speakers strongly preferred.

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

Qualifications: A Master's Degree in secondary education or this content area is preferred (Bachelor's Degree is required). Previous experience teaching in this content area is strongly preferred. Experience with 1:1 technology and IB Middle Years Program model a plus. Strong interest in, or experience with EL, Experience in dual language and/or EL sheltered instruction at the upper elementary, middle school and/or high school level.Experience working closely with diverse families. Knowledge about EL education practices and regulations, particularly those pertaining to DC schools. The ability to facilitate teacher teams and collaborate with diverse teams of educators. Strong written and oral communication skills. Commitment to keeping current on best practices and evidence-based interventions in EL sheltered instruction and/or dual language, technology, and literacy instruction. Commitment to ensuring access and achievement for our learners with exceptional learning needs.

Preferably bilingual in English and one of the target languages taught at DCI: Spanish, French, or Chinese.

Essential Attributes:

  • Plan and provide rigorous and differentiated instruction to DCI students who qualify for EL services and support, following the SIOP Model and the IB approach 
  • Conduct WIDA assessments and report on progress, analyze multiple sources of EL learning data, and differentiate EL instruction and school supports based on data analysis
  • Participate in child study meetings and provide case management functions
  • Collaborate with and support general education teachers and related service providers to ensure the educational needs of ELs are met 
  • Collaborate closely with education leadership on EL programming 
  • Keep current on all EL related regulations and initiatives
  • Demonstrate effective advocacy and transition planning to ensure ELs' success post-graduation
  • High degree of communication and collaboration through a variety of mediums with parents and students
  • Attends professional development meetings, trainings and all events on and off campus 
  • Embrace French, Spanish, and Chinese cultures by leading and participating in cultural activities for faculty and students
  • Other duties as assigned

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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.

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