Middle School Science Teacher

Grade/s: 5-8

Direct Supervisor/s: Campus Principal.

This posting is for the 2025-2026 School Year.

Center City Public Charter Schools (Center City PCS) empower our students for lifelong success by building strong character, promoting academic excellence, and generating public service throughout Washington, D.C. In this endeavor, we are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining one of the best faculty members in the district. Center City staff are teachers, mentors, and leaders, and they play an essential role in ensuring our students maximize their potential. Our network serves over 1,400 students annually at our six campuses across the District, with a staff of over 250 dedicated individuals.

Center City Public Charter Schools (Center City PCS) seeks a passionate and dedicated Middle School Science Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. This role offers an exciting opportunity to guide students through inquiry-based learning and hands-on experiments, fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of the natural world. You will be essential in preparing students for future academic pursuits by making science engaging, relevant, and inspiring.

Responsibilities:

Instructional Planning & Delivery:

• Plan and deliver daily, differentiated science lessons aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and the FOSS curriculum.
• Facilitate inquiry-based learning, fostering students' ability to ask questions, design experiments, and analyze results.
• Design and implement assessments to measure student understanding and scientific literacy.
• Use high-quality questioning techniques to engage students and encourage thoughtful scientific discussions.
  
  

Classroom and Student Management:

• Establish and maintain a classroom environment that fosters curiosity, respect, and academic rigor.
• Set clear behavioral expectations to ensure a positive, productive learning environment.
• Manage classroom procedures to optimize instructional time and student engagement.
  
  

Data-Driven Instruction:

• Analyze student performance data to inform instructional strategies and interventions.
• Differentiate instruction based on student needs to ensure measurable academic growth.
  
  

Collaboration & Professional Development:

• Participate actively in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), professional development sessions, and collaborative planning meetings.
• Reflect on teaching practices and incorporate feedback to improve instruction continuously.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop cross-disciplinary projects and share best practices.
  
  

Family & Community Engagement:

• Build meaningful relationships with parents and families to support student learning and development.
• Maintain open communication regarding student progress, successes, and areas for growth.
  
  

Operational Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date student records.
• Follow school policies regarding behavior, attire, and punctuality.
• Participate in school events beyond regular hours as needed.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or a related field (required)
• Passing Praxis scores (required)
• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience (preferred)
• Familiarity with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and inquiry-based learning practices (preferred)
• Proven ability to assess student learning and foster academic growth
• COVID-19 vaccination required
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Paid sick and personal time off
  
  

This description is intended to describe the work a person assigned to this position performs. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by the employee.

Center City PCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Center City PCS is an anti-racist organization that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. This enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving students and families throughout Washington, DC. BIPOC, women, gender-expanding, LGBTQIA , veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

For more information about our schools, please visit our website, www.centercitypcs.org.