TEACH at Center City Public Charter Schools
Join Our Team
Center City’s mission is to empower our students for success through a rigorous academic program and strong character education. We believe in educating the whole child. If you share in our belief and commitment to this mission, then you may be ready to be a Center City teacher.
The Center City team includes a wide range of education professionals, from classroom teachers at our campuses to administrative professionals at our central office. Center City is always seeking individuals who are qualified and passionate about urban education. The following pages explain how Center City enables motivated education professionals to change the lives of school children in the District of Columbia.
Why Work at Center City?
Ongoing Professional Development
Center City recognizes that our teachers, just like our students, are life-long learners. We also know that investments in employee professional development and career success are significant factors in employee satisfaction. Therefore, we provide extensive professional development opportunities, including workshops, professional conferences, course work, and coaching to improve the quality of instruction. As educators, we share the ultimate goal of improving student outcomes.
Teacher Qualifications: The Basics
While every teacher is different, Center City PCS seeks candidates with:
- A bachelor’s degree in applicable subject area, as appropriate
- Passing Praxis exam score, by OSSE standards for applicable grade level or subject area
- Candidates who have at least one year of full-time teaching experience and have worked in an urban environment are strongly preferred.
- All successful applicants meet Highly Qualified Teacher standards according to DC’s Office of the State Superintendent of Education.
Questions about being highly qualified? Please check the OSSE Website for additional information.
Dedication and Rigor
We have high expectations of our students, and even higher expectations of our staff. Therefore, we need teachers and employees who are willing to go the extra mile for student achievement. Center City teachers are expected to teach in our extended school day schedule.
Commitment to Excellence
At Center City PCS, we look for educators who are willing to go the extra mile to ensure that students maximize their potential. The core attributes we seek:
- Fundamental belief that all students can succeed
- Willingness to work hard and never give up on behalf of our students
- Commitment to nurturing the whole child: mind, body and spirit
- Desire to engage parents as partners in the education process
- Excellent differentiated instruction skills
- Maintains a positive attitude and the highest standards for themselves professionally
These core attributes are the foundation for success at Center City PCS. The position descriptions more thoroughly outline the criteria and expectations for each instructional position.
The quintessential Center City teacher is committed to working with educationally under-served students, holds high expectations for all students, possesses strong content knowledge and classroom management skills, and contributes to a team of dedicated school professionals. If you possess these qualities, then please apply!
APPLY TODAY
Visit our website at www.centercitypcs.org or contact our Talent Team at jobs@centercitypcs.org. To apply, complete the online application and upload a resume and cover letter. The online application can be found at:http://www.centercitypcs.org/employment-application/
CCPCS is an equal opportunity employer.
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