District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) · 1 day ago
Visual Performing Arts Teacher
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$67K/yr - $107K/yrDistrict of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) is seeking highly motivated and skilled Visual Performing Arts Teachers for the 2026-27 school year. The role involves developing and implementing curricula in Music, Visual Art, and Dance to ensure that students reach their full potential through rigorous and joyful learning experiences.
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Hiring Manager
Nhandi Jackson
Responsibilities
Sets and reinforces clear expectations and routines that are aligned with the school’s overall vision
Develops and implements curricula and activities to meet academic standards
Thoughtfully plans daily lessons and implements specific strategies to meet the needs of all students, providing extra support, enrichment, or variation of work when necessary
Demonstrates strong content knowledge
Designs and implements assessments that measure progress towards academic standards and diagnoses areas of student misunderstanding
Uses assessment data to refine curriculum and informs instructional practices
Is accountable for students’ academic growth and increases each individual student’s achievement
Creates a positive, achievement-oriented learning environment
Reflects on successes and areas of growth as a teacher, seeks to improve performance, and responds to feedback
Participates in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions
Invests parents and families in their children’s academic success through regular communication
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
Possesses or is eligible for a valid District of Columbia Teaching License issued by the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE)
Strong instructional skills and classroom management
Enthusiasm for and demonstrated mastery of subject matter
Unrelenting commitment to students, self, and school's constant learning and development
Ability to self-reflect on teaching practices and be responsive to feedback
Preferred
Previous exposure to or experience in the education sector a plus
Company
District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS)
District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) is the public school district in Washington, D.C.
Founded in 1855
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$21.8M2024-01-04Grant· $21.8M
Leadership Team
Ely Ross
Chief Operating Officer
Rob Jaber
Deputy Chief Operating Officer, Food & Nutrition Services
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