Temporary Kindergarten English Lead Teacher (Leave Coverage)

Please Note: This is a temporary leave coverage assignment anticipated to begin approximately August 2026 and continue through February 2027 subject to adjustment based on operational needs. Should a permanent position become available in the future temporary employees are welcome to apply.

• Location: Washington D.C.

• Model: 50/50 English-Hebrew Immersion

• Duration: Approximately August 2026 February 2027

Sela was founded to dismantle educational inequity racial segregation and cultural isolation. We provide a space where students are celebrated as they begin their journey as global citizens. As a bilingual Hebrew-English school we proudly serve over 280 students from Pre-K3 through 5th grade in the heart of DC.

As the Temporary Kindergarten English Lead Teacher you will provide vital leave coverage as a homeroom co-teacher within our 50/50 immersion model. You will work jointly with a Hebrew language co-teacher to lead all aspects of the Kindergarten day. You will take the lead on foundational math instruction with the support of your Hebrew-language co-teacher. You will also work collaboratively with the other grade-level English teacher to design and teach foundational English Language Arts (ELA). You will be responsible for delivering high-quality developmentally appropriate instruction in early literacy and math ensuring a seamless joyful dual-language experience for our diverse youngest learners during this coverage period.

• 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 (including observational data and phonics/math diagnostic tools) 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 childs 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 schools 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.

• Education: Bachelors degree from an accredited institution (Masters degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education preferred).

• Expertise: Deep knowledge of early childhood pedagogy foundational reading skills (phonemic awareness phonics) and early numeracy. A teaching license is preferred but not required.

• Experience: At least two years of early elementary (specifically Pre-K through 2nd grade) teaching experience with a proven track record of student growth.

• Skills: Exceptional oral and written communication; ability to motivate soothe and inspire a diverse group of young learners.

• Eligibility: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Sela PCS offers a competitive salary scale based on experience and education.

• Salary Range: Pro-rated based on a full salary scale of $58525 - $98328 (View our full Salary Scale)

• Benefits: Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance.