Special Education/English Language Learner Teacher job in Alexandria
Alexandria, D.C. - DC Global Citizens Public Charter School
Employer: | Global Citizens Public Charter School |
Job Ref: | Ref_332087 |
City: | Alexandria |
State: | D.C. - DC |
Zip Code: | 20019 |
This school / district is an equal opportunity employer to all United States job seeking teachers and a Diversity Recruitment Partner. | |
Position: Special Education/English Learner Teacher The Opportunity: We are seeking a Student Support (Special Education/English Learner) Teacher with experience in early childhood education to provide specialized instruction and support for our students at Global Citizens Public Charter School (Global Citizens PCS). Global Citizens PCS is the first dual language immersion elementary school in Washington, DC, to offer language immersion in both Mandarin Chinese and Spanish pathways - exposing students to the top three languages spoken in the world. Paired with a focus on social justice and whole child wellness, Global Citizens PCS equips children to become empathetic, globally competent, and socially-minded leaders who are prepared for a future we cannot yet imagine. Global Citizens PCS opened in Ward 7 to provide children and their families living east of the Anacostia River with equitable access to dual language immersion programs. This position offers an incredible opportunity to work alongside a founding team, within an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment focused on improving educational opportunities for all students, especially those who are most marginalized and undervalued. Mission: The mission of Global Citizens PCS is to inspire and prepare the next generation of global citizens. We will do this by supporting students, ages 3-11, to reach their full academic and leadership potential in a nurturing learning environment. We will immerse them in the Mandarin and Spanish languages, promote the value of diversity, and equip them with the knowledge, skills, and mindsets they need to contribute to a better world. Vision: We envision academic excellence, language acquisition, and authentic inclusion of a diverse student population. We will build a strong community of learners who are confident in their ability to communicate in the Chinese, Spanish, and English languages. Our children will use language to liberate and advocate for themselves and those most marginalized. All of our children will develop a sense of self and a sense of belonging, build empathy and emotional resilience, learn to understand and appreciate diverse perspectives, and challenge themselves to take action to improve the world. Philosophy: We believe that all cultures have richness and value, deserve respect and consideration, and do not belong to a hierarchy. We are aware of white supremacy culture and the systemic oppression that exists – even in the current education system. At Global Citizens PCS, we will critically examine our biases and then actively work on counteracting these biases and disrupting the dominant narrative. We will continually examine our teaching and curricula to ensure we incorporate multiple perspectives from diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, including the experiences of our students, families, communities, and staff. We will create an environment in which all students will yearn for intercultural connections and see their benefits. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are our core values and central to our learning, development, and growth: Diversity: All children, of all backgrounds, learning abilities, and physical capacities, will thrive and contribute to a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning community. The core values live in our Global Citizens PCS educational model through four key pillars: Globally Competent Bilingualism, Academic Excellence, Social Justice, and Whole Child Wellness. Founding Student Support (Special Education/English Learner) Teacher Job Description The Student Support (Special Education/English Learner) Teacher is one of the primary instructional and people leaders that influence the lives of children at Global Citizens PCS. Special Education/English Learner Teachers will work with general education teachers to foster a student-centered learning environment that respects the culture and identity of each and every child, so they can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. In early childhood, our children will learn all content areas in the partner language for approximately 90% of the school day. They will learn their early literacy and math skills in English for approximately 10% of the school day. In elementary school (Kindergarten through 5th grade), we use a 50/50 model, where our children receive standards-based instruction (aligned to the Common Core State Standards) in reading, writing, math, and science in the target language for 50% of the time and in English for 50% of the time (each day). The lead language teacher will teach all content areas in the partner language and will serve as the instructional lead and model for the partner language (Mandarin Chinese or Spanish). The lead English teacher will teach literacy and math skills to all children. Together, each teacher will work in tandem to positively impact student development by creating a warm and inviting learning environment; building relationships with students and families; creatively designing and implementing effective lessons within a free and liberating classroom environment; analyzing and interpreting data; collaborating professionally with colleagues; and, participating in the larger school-wide community. Special Education Teachers, under the direct supervision of the Special Education Coordinator, will work collaboratively with all instructional leadership team members to fully understand and respond to the needs of students and families. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: School Mission and Vision Equitable and Inclusive School Culture Compliance Case Management Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Service Delivery Equitable and Inclusive Student Support Student and Family Engagement The ideal candidate is highly knowledgeable in the following: Special Education Teacher/Co-Coordinator Requirements: Compensation Salary for this position is competitive and ranges from $63K to $116K. Additionally, Global Citizens PCS offers a comprehensive benefits package. We are Deeply Committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Global Citizens PCS is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. We strongly encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. It is our policy to ensure that all individuals with whom we are in contact with are not discriminated against on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, disability, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, military status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, parenthood, or any other personal or professional status. How to Apply If you are interested in applying for this position, please visit https://globalcitizensschool.bamboohr.com/careers and choose "SY 2024-2025 Special Education/English Language Learner Teacher". We’ll review applications as we receive them until the position is filled. If you have any questions, please contact us at careers@globalcitizensschool.org. Global Citizens PCS is committed to building a team that reflects the varied backgrounds and experiences of the students we seek to serve. It is important to us that you use your application materials to clearly delineate ways in which your background and experience align with Global Citizens PCS’s core values and key pillars, including our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. | |
Job Category: |
Early Education/Preschool
Elementary/Primary |
Position type: | Full-Time |
School Type: | Charter Schools |
Subject: | Special Education |
Salary: | Depends on Interview |
Additional information: | Compensation Salary for this position is competitive and ranges from $63K to $116K. Additionally, Global Citizens PCS offers a comprehensive benefits package. |
Post Date: | 05/02/24 |
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