E.L. Haynes Public Charter School

Job Announcement

Middle School

8th Grade Math

Start Date: Immediate

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 named for Dr. Euphemia Lofton Haynes - the first African-American woman to receive a doctorate in mathematics and a DC public school teacher for 47 years. E.L. Haynes is among the top-performing charter schools in Washington D.C. and is recognized locally and nationally as a model as well as for our exceptional student achievement gains.  E.L. Haynes currently serves nearly 1,200 students in grades PreK-12.

Our Mission 

Every E.L. Haynes student of every race, socioeconomic status, ability level, 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. 

Teacher Responsibilities

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 Inclusion and ELL teachers and Teaching Associates (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.
• Integrate STEM enhanced theme into teaching and assessment practice.
• 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.
• Lead student Advisory group
• Other duties as assigned

We are looking for candidates who embody the following values and characteristics:

• Content and teaching expertise and skilled in the use of document-based questions to assess student learning. 
• Proven ability to teach rigorous college-ready texts to diverse populations.
• A 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.

Salary & Benefits

We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Our benefits package includes:

• Limited free parking spaces are available through a lottery system. If you do not receive a parking space, you are eligible to enroll in SmarTrip Metro Benefits
• 403(b) retirement account with 3% employer contribution vested after 2 years
• Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts,  life, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Personal, sick and parental leave

E.L. Haynes is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, and promote for all jobs on the basis of merit, qualifications, skills, and competence. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected status.  E.L. Haynes will fully comply with all employment-related and other laws. All employment decisions will be made solely on the basis of the individual's qualifications as related to the requirement of the position being filled.

To Apply

Please visit the Join Our Team page on the E.L. Haynes website; https://www.elhaynes.org/apply-for-a-job to submit an application. You may upload your resume and other relevant documents.