Temporary Kindergarten English Lead Teacher (Leave Coverage)

Sela PCS•Washington, DC

7d•$58,525 - $98,328•Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary leave coverage assignment for a Kindergarten English Lead Teacher, anticipated to begin around August 2026 and conclude in February 2027. The role involves co-teaching within a 50/50 English-Hebrew immersion model, focusing on foundational math and English Language Arts instruction. The goal is to ensure a seamless and joyful dual-language experience for young learners during the coverage period.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Deep knowledge of early childhood pedagogy, foundational reading skills (phonemic awareness, phonics), and early numeracy.
At least two years of early elementary (specifically Pre-K through 2nd grade) teaching experience with a proven track record of student growth.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
Ability to motivate, soothe, and inspire a diverse group of young learners.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education.
A teaching license.

Responsibilities

Provide vital leave coverage as a homeroom co-teacher within a 50/50 immersion model.
Work jointly with a Hebrew language co-teacher to lead all aspects of the Kindergarten day.
Take the lead on foundational math instruction.
Work collaboratively with the other grade-level English teacher to design and teach foundational English Language Arts (ELA).
Deliver high-quality, developmentally appropriate instruction in early literacy and math.
Design Common Core-aligned Kindergarten lesson plans that challenge students while accommodating diverse learning styles, early childhood development milestones, and fine motor progression.
Create a balanced approach of structured academic learning and purposeful, play-based exploration.
Regularly analyze formal and informal early childhood assessment data to tailor pedagogical choices and drive student achievement.
Maintain an inviting, high-energy, and nurturing learning environment through effective, positive classroom management and developmentally appropriate routines tailored to five- and six-year-olds.
Partner closely with your Hebrew co-teacher, the grade-level English-language teacher, and instructional leaders to ensure curricular coherence, smooth transitions between languages, and a unified student experience.
Uphold the firm belief that all students can achieve at high levels, fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and validates each child's unique background.
Plan and deliver standards-aligned Kindergarten instruction in assigned subject areas (primarily ELA, Math, and Social-Emotional Learning) with your co-teacher.
Develop lesson plans and hands-on instructional materials that support student engagement, rigor, multi-sensory learning, and differentiated instruction.
Use formative and summative assessments to monitor early literacy and numeracy progress, adjusting instruction accordingly.
Establish clear, child-friendly learning objectives for students and regularly evaluate progress toward those goals.
Participate in collaborative planning with Kindergarten and early childhood content-area teams.
Create and maintain a safe, respectful, warm, and inclusive classroom environment.
Implement classroom management practices that promote independence, self-regulation, positive student behavior, and active engagement.
Foster student voice, curiosity, critical thinking, and independent learning through center-based activities.
Ensure equitable access to classroom materials, manipulative resources, and academic supports.
Collaborate with special education teachers, English learner specialists, counselors, and other support staff to meet the needs of all early learners.
Participate in student support processes, including Student Support Team (SST) meetings and Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) for early intervention.
Use student performance data to identify learning gaps in foundational skills and provide appropriate interventions or supports.
Implement accommodations and modifications as required by Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), 504 Plans, or other student support plans.
Maintain regular, professional, and welcoming communication with families regarding Kindergarten milestones, student progress, and daily classroom activities.
Participate in parent-teacher conferences and other family engagement opportunities to build strong home-school partnerships.
Collaborate with families to support student holistic development and school readiness.
Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and required school training.
Engage in instructional coaching cycles and feedback processes to continuously refine early childhood teaching practices.
Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and accountability in all job responsibilities.
Contribute positively to the school’s professional culture and collaborative work environment.
Comply with all applicable school policies, procedures, and professional expectations.
Maintain student confidentiality in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and other applicable laws.
Serve as a mandated reporter and comply with all child abuse reporting requirements under applicable law.
Follow school policies related to early childhood supervision, safety, dismissal, and conduct.
Maintain accurate and timely student records, including assessment data, attendance, and required documentation.