Elementary Special Education Teacher; SY

Elementary Special Education Teacher (26-27 SY)

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Teachers at KIPP DC lead classrooms that are academically rigorous, identity‑affirming, and grounded in strong relationships with students and families. As an Elementary School Teacher at KIPP DC, you will plan and deliver high‑quality instruction, build a strong and affirming classroom culture, and work closely with your team to support student learning and well‑being.

As a Lead Teacher, you will:

• Teach engaging, standards‑aligned lessons informed by student data.
• Build an inclusive, identity‑affirming classroom culture where all students feel a sense of belonging.
• Collaborate with grade‑level and content teams to plan instruction, analyze data, and respond to student needs.
• Communicate consistently and proactively with families.
• Contribute to school wide culture and community.
• Work collaboratively with peers and grow their leadership through opportunities such as grade‑level chair, fellowships, or school leadership development cohorts.

If applicable, you may also mentor a Capital Teaching Resident by modeling excellent instruction, gradually releasing classroom responsibilities, and participating in weekly coaching and feedback.

Special Education Teachers collaborate with general education teachers and service providers to deliver instruction and services aligned to IEP goals in inclusive and pull‑out settings.

Fully In‑Person (5 days per week on site). This in‑person, school‑based instructional role is located at a KIPP DC campus in Washington, DC. Teachers are responsible for classroom instruction during the student day (generally 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM). Work hours are typically 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM two days per week, and 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM three days per week.

The percentages for each key responsibility are estimates. Other duties may be assigned. Flexibility and responsiveness are encouraged to accommodate organizational needs.

• Demonstrate commitment to KIPP DC’s mission with a focus on excellence, equity, and antiracist practice.
• Build trusting, affirming relationships with students, families, and teammates.
• Create a classroom culture that empowers students, affirms their identities, and fosters belonging for all learners.
• Communicate regularly with families, including academic updates and support plans.

• Internalize, adapt, and deliver high‑quality, standards‑aligned lessons.
• Ensure instruction is rigorous, culturally responsive, and relevant to students’ lived experiences.
• For elementary roles: deliver core math and literacy instruction to the homeroom.
• Use student performance data to plan reteach, intervention, and enrichment.
• Participate in grade‑level and/or content team meetings to align on instructional strategy.

• Serve as a case manager for students with Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) on your assigned caseload.
• Create and update Student IEP One‑Pagers that summarize IEPs for school colleagues.
• Progress‑monitor IEP goals for students on your assigned caseload.
• Complete and distribute quarterly Progress Reports for students on your assigned caseload.
• Ensure students on your caseload receive mandated accommodations on classwork and assessments.
• Collaborate with related service providers toward IEP implementation for students on your assigned caseload.
• Attend and actively participate in all IEP Team Meetings for assigned caseload.
• Complete required documentation (IEP Present Levels of Performance, Analysis of Existing Data, IEP Goals, Draft IEP Services) for assigned caseload.
• Close out required documentation in the special education database (as assigned).
• Collaborate with the student support team regarding school‑based special education referrals.
• Work closely with the team of related service providers and mental health practitioners to develop effective classroom interventions.

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