E.L. Haynes Public Charter School

Job Announcement

Substitute Teacher - High School

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 Lead Teacher (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.
• 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.
• Remediate skill deficits without compromising the curricular program.
• Differentiate formative assessments (independent practice, homework, exit tickets, etc.).
• Incorporate 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. 
• Content and teaching expertise and skilled in the use document based questions to assess student learning.
• Proven ability to teach rigorous college ready texts to diverse populations.
• Clear understanding of standards based curriculum, standards based assessment, and differentiated instruction.
• Proven ability to use models and exemplars to drive 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.

Spanish speakers and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply. 

  
Salary & Benefits 

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

To Apply 

Please visit the WORK page on the E.L. Haynes website; http://www.elhaynes.org/work.php to submit an application.  You may upload your resume and other relevant documents. 

Notice of Non-Discrimination

E.L. Haynes does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, source of income, status as a victim of interfamily offense, or place of residence or business in its programs and activities.  The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Richard Pohlman, Chief of Operations and Policy

rpohlman@elhaynes.org

4501 Kansas Avenue, Room 327

Washington, DC 2011

209-706-5828

La Escuela E.L. Haynes no discrimina basándose en la raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, discapacidad, edad, estado civil, apariencia personal, orientación sexual, identidad del género o expresión, condición familiar, responsabilidades familiares,  matrícula, afiliación política, información genética,  fuente de ingresos, estado como victima de una ofensa interfamiliar o sitio de residencia o trabajo  en sus programas y actividades. La siguiente persona ha sido designada para cualquier consulta relativa a las pólizas de no-discriminación:

Richard Pohlman, Jefe de Operaciones y Pólizas 
rpohlman@elhaynes.org
4501 Kansas Avenue, Room 327
Washington, DC 2011
209-706-5828