Public School Teacher jobs in District of Columbia

Schedule: Varied; as-need, part-time 

Reports to: School Substitute Planner & Human Resource Manager

Bridges seeks to hire a school substitute to support our school program in the absence of the regular classroom teacher, assistant teacher or dedicated aide.  A School Substitute works to ensure that students are able to learn subject matter and/or skills that are required for scheduled lessons and to provide meaningful instruction for assigned classrooms.  Substitutes will be working in the school building following all health and safety guidelines and procedures due to COVID-19.  Substitutes will receive training on all procedures prior to starting work.

Who We Are

Our mission is to provide an exemplary educational program that includes all students. Our developmentally appropriate, student and family-centered educational approach nurtures students to expand their developmental skills, in order to build a foundation for life-long learning. Our Core Values are:

• Responsibility

• Engagement

• Acceptance

• Creativity

• Honesty

Who Are We Looking For

We are seeking passionate educators to build an inclusive Pk-5 school community. We are seeking committed individuals to provide high-quality and innovative instruction to a diverse student community.  We are seeking individuals that recognize that they are in a position of public trust and are held to a high standard of personal and professional conduct.  If you are a dedicated educator who is passionate about creating a culture of inclusion and respect, we invite you to join our team. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our students and build a brighter future for our community.

Our Graduate Profile

A Bridges “Graduate”

• Is a unique and independent individual who is prepared to pave their own path.
• Self advocates through their preferred communication modalities.
• Welcomes diversity with inclusion, openness, acceptance, and respect for others.
• Demonstrates empathy and a desire to help and support others in need.
• Perseveres in the face of challenges to meet their individual academic, social and extra curricular goals. 
• Is prepared for next steps after leaving Bridges Public Charter School.

As a School Substitute Teacher you will be responsible for...

• Reporting to school office at beginning of school day to pick up required materials/schedule of classes and at the end of the school day to return materials.  Follows sign in and out procedures as prescribed by the Principal.
• Caring out a program of study prescribed in the lesson plans left by the classroom teacher or follows the lead of the classroom teacher is substituting for positions such as Dedicated Aide or Teacher Assistant. In the absence of a lead teacher, the substitute would be responsible for following the lead of the classroom teacher assistant.
• Support in creating a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Support in guiding the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives as indicated in the lesson plans for the lessons, units, or projects assigned.
• Employ instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting lesson objectives.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom.  Straightens chairs, tables, clear chalkboard, etc.
• Takes attendance in accordance with school procedures (if requested)
• Indicate to students at beginning of class the basic expectations for behavior in the class in accordance with school policies and expectations.
• Ensure that the students are never left unattended in the classroom.
• May perform duties usually required of absent teacher such as lunchroom duty, hall monitoring, recess duty, etc.
• Knows emergency evacuation routes for the classrooms assigned.
• Knows procedures for referring students who are disciplinary problems.
• Knows school procedures and regulations. 

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Adhering to the 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. work day
• Regularly attends work and adheres to all attendance policies.
• Be on time for classes, duties, team meetings and professional development activities.
• May perform duties usually required of absent teacher such as lunchroom duty, hall monitoring, recess duty, etc.Communicate about and plan for absences in advance with teaching teams and the Principal.
• Participate in weekly Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings.
• Contribute to PLC sessions by being prepared to share data,  ideas, student work,  materials, feedback, facilitating  sessions and/or discussions.
• Participate in a Summer Professional Development. Summer Professional Development will be two weeks in August before students return.
• Seek out additional opportunities for professional development that will lead to achieving personal and school-wide professional development goals.
• Reading provided school information  and adhering to all deadlines.
• Respond to all emails within 24 hours or the next business day. 
• Other professional duties as assigned.   

SCHOOL CULTURE

• Create and maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for students. 
• Communicate respectfully to students, staff and families at all times. 
• Model, practice and discuss respectful, unbiased and effective communication with students.
• Other school culture expectations as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will:

• Have one of the following levels of education: a high school diploma or GED, a high school diploma and have passed the ParaPro exam, Two years of College, AA, BA or MA.
• Demonstrate an understanding of instructional strategies for students ages PK3-5th
• Be a strong classroom manager.
• Demonstrate oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of colleagues, parents, families, and community members.
• Be committed to meeting the needs of a diverse student population.
• Have a track record of being a team player and community minded.
• Be committed to their own learning.
• Have a passion for urban public schools.
• Adhere to a high level of professional and ethical standards.

SALARY & Benefits
This position is on an hourly rate of $17.00 per hour.  This position does not receive health benefits; it is an hourly position only.  Candidates are paid for the hours they work only. The hours vary based on the School's needs and may be inconsistent. 

To ensure safety for all students, all staff members may be fingerprinted. Background checks will be conducted on all school staff prior to their service as employees. 

Spanish-speakers and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.