High School IB Psychology Teacher SY26-27

District of Columbia International School•Washington, DC

2d•$63,113 - $105,575•Onsite

About The Position

District of Columbia International School (DCI) is hiring a full-time High School IB Psychology Teacher for the 26-27 school year. This teaching position entails instructional and planning responsibilities for providing IB Psychology education to students at DCI. DCI is a public charter school serving over 1600 diverse students in grades 6-12, with an education centered on an International Baccalaureate curriculum, advanced language learning, and a culture focused on student agency supported by 1:1 technology.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree is required.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Clear a background check.

Nice To Haves

A Master's Degree in secondary education or this content area is preferred.
Previous experience teaching in this content area is strongly preferred.
Ability to use multiple technology platforms to guide instruction and communicate with students and families and proficiency with communicating using G-Suite tools, including Gmail, is preferred.
Ability to handle the intensity required to work in a high-performing charter school, and remain organized, responsible, and accountable.
Ability to accept and implement feedback received for real-time improvement.
Interest and desire to engage in the IB MYP/DP and language immersion.
Embrace professional development through attending coaching meetings, school/content-based sessions, and external development opportunities to deliver instruction at a high level.
High degree of communication through a variety of mediums with parents and students.

Responsibilities

Plan lessons using a deep understanding of, and integration with, the IB Psychology Education curriculum framework.
Deliver exceptional Psychology instruction, through immersion methods, to diverse learners in a culturally responsive manner.
Advise students, including teaching an advisory class using our advisory curriculum, and support other aspects of the school’s instructional program.
Proactively manage the classroom learning environment in accordance with the school’s discipline approach to maximize student engagement and learning.
Collaborate with general and special educators, coordinators, and leadership.
Embrace French, Spanish, and Chinese cultures by leading and participating in cultural activities for faculty and students.
Ensure that our 1:1 Chromebooks program is implemented effectively for students by infusing technology into instruction.
Other duties as assigned.