Math Teacher, 2nd Grade

Sela PCS•Washington, DC

1d•$58,525 - $98,328•Onsite

About The Position

Sela was founded to dismantle educational inequity, racial segregation, and cultural isolation. We provide a space where students are celebrated as they begin their journey as global citizens. As a bilingual Hebrew-English school, we proudly serve over 280 students from Pre-K3 through 5th grade in the heart of DC. As the 2nd Grade Math Lead Teacher, you will serve as a homeroom co-teacher within our 50/50 immersion model. You will be the primary instructor for Mathematics for the 2nd-grade cohort. You will work jointly with the English Language Arts (ELA) teacher and the Hebrew language teacher to lead many aspects of the day. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality, rigorous math instruction, ensuring a seamless dual-language experience for our diverse student body.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (Master’s degree preferred).
Deep subject-matter knowledge in Elementary Mathematics; ideally a major/minor or graduate degree in Education or a STEM field.
At least two years of elementary teaching experience with a proven track record of student growth.
Exceptional oral and written communication; ability to motivate a diverse group of learners.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

A teaching license is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Design Common Core-aligned math lesson plans that challenge students while accommodating diverse learning styles.
Regularly analyze formal and informal math assessment data to tailor pedagogical choices and drive student achievement.
Maintain an inviting, high-energy learning environment through effective classroom management and developmentally appropriate strategies.
Partner closely with the 2nd-grade ELA teacher and Hebrew co-teacher to ensure curricular coherence and a unified student experience.
Uphold the firm belief that all students can achieve at high levels, fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity.
Plan and deliver standards-aligned 2nd-grade math instruction, focusing on critical areas such as multiplication, division, fractions, and area/perimeter.
Develop lesson plans and instructional materials that support student engagement, mathematical fluency, and differentiated learning.
Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
Establish clear and measurable learning objectives for students and regularly evaluate progress toward those goals.
Participate in collaborative planning with the STEM/Math content-area team.
Create and maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment.
Implement classroom management practices that promote positive student behavior and engagement.
Foster student voice, critical thinking, and independent problem-solving.
Ensure equitable access to manipulatives, instructional resources, and academic supports.
Collaborate with special education teachers, English learner specialists, and counselors to meet the needs of all learners.
Participate in student support processes, including Student Support Team (SST) meetings and Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).
Use student performance data to identify learning gaps and provide appropriate math interventions.
Implement accommodations and modifications as required by IEPs or 504 Plans.
Maintain regular, professional communication with families regarding student math progress and classroom activities.
Participate in parent-teacher conferences and other family engagement opportunities.
Collaborate with families to support student development and success.