Elementary Teacher

Rocketship Public Schools • Washington, DC

10d • $68,000 - $88,000

About The Position

Rocketship Public Schools seeks an elementary teacher who specializes in either Humanities or STEM. Teachers deliver rigorous instruction using Rocketship’s curriculum and adapt instruction to meet student needs. School leaders provide weekly coaching and real-time classroom feedback, while teachers participate in professional development and collaboration to strengthen their practice. Teachers may be eligible for performance-based pay tied to student growth and instructional excellence.

The role includes building an inclusive, high-expectations classroom culture; analyzing student data to guide instruction; collaborating with instructional coaches and special education staff; and supporting students’ social-emotional learning. Teachers also partner closely with families through ongoing communication, annual home visits, goal-setting, and sharing student progress, and participate in school events and community gatherings. This position reports to the Principal or Assistant Principal.

Requirements

• Hold a B.A./B.S. degree from an accredited institution.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience teaching in diverse school communities.

Responsibilities

• Build a classroom culture of excellence, belonging, and high expectations in Humanities or STEM.
• Deliver rigorous instruction using Rocketship’s curriculum and adapt instruction to student needs.
• Submit lesson plans for feedback and collaborate with a coach to refine instruction.
• Regularly analyze student data and use it to guide planning and instruction.
• Partner with special education staff to include and support students with additional needs.
• Support students’ whole-child development through Social-Emotional Learning lessons and partnership with the Wellness team.
• Communicate consistently with students and families to build trust and shared ownership of student success.
• Conduct annual home visits and maintain ongoing contact with families throughout the year.
• Engage families in setting academic and behavioral goals and transparently share student progress.
• Participate in school events and community gatherings.
• Engage in weekly coaching, real-time classroom coaching, and ongoing professional development.
• Reflect on practice, take ownership of outcomes, and learn from positive and challenging experiences.
• Communicate openly and effectively with colleagues and families.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative staff culture that supports students consistently.
• Act with urgency and courage in students’ best interests, including when facing unfamiliar challenges.

Benefits

• Signing bonus eligibility up to $2,500.
• Excellent health and wellness benefits.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Generous paid time off.
• Eligibility for performance-based pay tied to student growth and instructional excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level