Rocketship Public Schools
4th Grade Humanities Teacher
Rocketship Public Schools, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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4th Grade Humanities Teacher
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Rocketship Public Schools .
Position Description: Our elementary teachers are subject experts who specialize in either Humanities or STEM. Each school is supported by school leaders who provide professional development and real-time coaching for teachers in their classroom. We invest in the progress of our teachers just as our teachers invest in the progress of their students. Rocketship’s collaborative learning environment extends beyond the classroom, and we are deeply committed to parent engagement. Annual teacher home visits, monthly parent community meetings, and a vibrant parent volunteer network create solid relationships and a rich school culture that propel student achievement.
This position reports to the Principal or Assistant Principal. Location: Legacy Prep – 4250 Massachusetts Ave SE, Washington, DC 20019. Working hours: Monday, Wednesday & Friday 7:30‑3:45 pm; Tuesday & Thursday 7:30‑5:00 pm.
Our Ideal Teacher
Resilient and flexible to meet students and families’ needs
Committed to the mission and vision of Rocketship Public Schools
Coachable and open to feedback for growth
Collaborative with stakeholders to eliminate opportunity gaps
Believes that this work is hard but worth it
Essential Functions
Build a classroom culture of excellence and deliver rigorous instruction by building content expertise in humanities or STEM.
Utilize provided curriculum to implement classroom instruction.
Submit lesson plans for feedback and partner with coach to personalize instruction to student needs.
Engage in cycles of data review to inform planning.
Collaborate with special education staff to meaningfully include students identified as needing extra support.
Support the whole child through intentional SEL lessons and partnership with the Wellness team.
Student and Parent Partnership
Partner with all students and families through frequent communication, building trusting relationships, and embracing parents’ knowledge as the child’s first teacher.
Build authentic relationships with families beginning with home visits that form the foundation for ongoing communication.
Attend community events.
Engage families on academic and behavioral goals and transparently share student progress.
Rocketship Professional Culture
Commit to doing and being their best, and to growing skills as professionals and individuals.
Attend all professional development meetings and opportunities.
Act courageously in the best interest of students, even if new or unfamiliar situations arise.
Meet all professional obligations and communicate proactively about changes.
Exhibit honesty, humble self-reflection, and respond effectively to constructive feedback.
Communicate effectively with colleagues and contribute to a positive staff culture.
Collaborate with all staff to ensure consistent and well-coordinated support for all students.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Preferred: Prior experience in urban education.
Salary: $68,000 – $88,000 a year.
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4th Grade Humanities Teacher
role at
Rocketship Public Schools .
Position Description: Our elementary teachers are subject experts who specialize in either Humanities or STEM. Each school is supported by school leaders who provide professional development and real-time coaching for teachers in their classroom. We invest in the progress of our teachers just as our teachers invest in the progress of their students. Rocketship’s collaborative learning environment extends beyond the classroom, and we are deeply committed to parent engagement. Annual teacher home visits, monthly parent community meetings, and a vibrant parent volunteer network create solid relationships and a rich school culture that propel student achievement.
This position reports to the Principal or Assistant Principal. Location: Legacy Prep – 4250 Massachusetts Ave SE, Washington, DC 20019. Working hours: Monday, Wednesday & Friday 7:30‑3:45 pm; Tuesday & Thursday 7:30‑5:00 pm.
Our Ideal Teacher
Resilient and flexible to meet students and families’ needs
Committed to the mission and vision of Rocketship Public Schools
Coachable and open to feedback for growth
Collaborative with stakeholders to eliminate opportunity gaps
Believes that this work is hard but worth it
Essential Functions
Build a classroom culture of excellence and deliver rigorous instruction by building content expertise in humanities or STEM.
Utilize provided curriculum to implement classroom instruction.
Submit lesson plans for feedback and partner with coach to personalize instruction to student needs.
Engage in cycles of data review to inform planning.
Collaborate with special education staff to meaningfully include students identified as needing extra support.
Support the whole child through intentional SEL lessons and partnership with the Wellness team.
Student and Parent Partnership
Partner with all students and families through frequent communication, building trusting relationships, and embracing parents’ knowledge as the child’s first teacher.
Build authentic relationships with families beginning with home visits that form the foundation for ongoing communication.
Attend community events.
Engage families on academic and behavioral goals and transparently share student progress.
Rocketship Professional Culture
Commit to doing and being their best, and to growing skills as professionals and individuals.
Attend all professional development meetings and opportunities.
Act courageously in the best interest of students, even if new or unfamiliar situations arise.
Meet all professional obligations and communicate proactively about changes.
Exhibit honesty, humble self-reflection, and respond effectively to constructive feedback.
Communicate effectively with colleagues and contribute to a positive staff culture.
Collaborate with all staff to ensure consistent and well-coordinated support for all students.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Preferred: Prior experience in urban education.
Salary: $68,000 – $88,000 a year.
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