Physics Teacher

E.L. Haynes Public Charter School

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Physics Teacher

About

E.L. Haynes Public Charter School was founded in 2004 and has an award-winning program based on effective practices for advancing student achievement. E.L. Haynes is among the top-performing charter schools in Washington D.C., and is recognized locally and nationally as a model and for our exceptional student achievement gains.  E.L. Haynes currently serves over 800 students in grades PreK-9 and continues to grow until it serves PreK-12th grade.

Our Mission 

Every E.L. Haynes student of every race, socioeconomic status, and home language will reach high levels of academic achievement and be prepared to succeed at the college of his or her choice.  Every E.L. Haynes student will be adept at mathematical reasoning, will use scientific methods effectively to frame and solve problems, and will develop the lifelong skills needed to be successful individuals, active community members, and responsible citizens. 

Description

The primary responsibilities of an E.L. Haynes classroom teacher include: 

• Plan and deliver exceptional instruction aligned to E. L. Haynes’ rigorous academic standards, assessments, student assessment data, and E. L. Haynes curriculum framework. 
• Conduct and organize on-going assessments of student performance using multiple assessment tools including standardized tests, performance assessments, anecdotal records, homework and individualized assessments as appropriate.
• Collaborate and co-teach with Inclusion and ELL teachers and Teaching Associates (when applicable).
• Create a classroom culture and environment that demonstrates the E. L. Haynes Promise by consistently modeling the promise, practicing Responsive Classroom techniques, displaying recent high-quality student work, and maintaining a classroom that is designed and organized for maximal student learning. 
• Integrate developmentally appropriate, culturally competent, research based strategies into teaching and assessment practices. 
• Integrate the use of complex, engaging, standards based problems into teaching practice. 
• Create and assess standards based intellectual and relational connections across difference. 
• Integrate STEM enhanced theme into teaching and assessment practice. 
• Engage parents and families in their students’ academic success. 
• Be an active member of the E. L. Haynes Professional Learning Community. 
• Contribute to the productivity of the school as a whole. 
• Attend and participate in school events outside of regular school hours.
• Lead student Advisory group 

 Physics Teacher Responsibilities 

• Integrate the use of complex, engaging, standards based problems into teaching practice. 
• Remediate skill deficits and without compromising the curricular program.
• Differentiate formative assessments (independent practice, homework, exit tickets, etc.) 
• Set, monitor, and meet class-wide proficiency goals. 
• Create student growth plans based on student performance data. 
• Integrate problem solving strategies and literacy strategies into daily instructional routine.  

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have two or more years of teaching experience in an urban setting and will be highly qualified under NCLB.  The ideal candidate will also possess the following knowledge and skills:  

• Content expertise in Physics and the proven ability to teach diverse student populations. 
• Clear understanding of standards based curriculum, standards based assessment, and differentiated instruction. 
• Proven ability to use models and exemplars to guide instruction. 
• Proven ability to work as a member of a team. 
• Commitment to meeting the needs of every child in a diverse population. 
• Commitment to his/her own learning and professional development. 
• Strong collaborative capabilities. 
• Proven ability to plan backwards with high quality, rigorous, relevant assessments in mind. 
• Proven ability to align instruction to assessment. 

Salary & Benefits 

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, depending on experience and qualifications. 

E.L. Haynes is an equal-opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, and promote for all jobs on the basis of merit, qualifications, skills and competence. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected status.  E.L. Haynes will fully comply with all employment-related and other laws. All employment decisions will be made solely on the basis of the individual's qualifications as related to the requirement of the position being filled.

To Apply

Please visit the Join Our Team page, Open Positions on the E.L. Haynes website; www.elhaynes.org/positions.html to submit an application.  You may upload your resume and other relevant documents.