Friendship Public Charter School·Washington, District of Columbia
Create a high-achievement classroom culture and provide daily instruction aligned with curriculum standards for Math and ELA. Develop and implement SMART goals for IEPs and 504 plans while collaborating with staff and families to support student growth.
Campus Specifics The Friendship Acceleration & College Engagement (FACE) Academy reimagines the traditional high school experience by creating personalized pathways that empower scholars to accelerate graduation, earn college credit, and explore career opportunities, all while still in high school. Through FACE, scholars engage in rigorous academic coursework, participate in dual enrollment opportunities, and gain real world exposure through internships, job shadowing, and structured career exploration. By their fourth year, scholars enter the FACE Capstone Year, where they may graduate early and transition directly to college, complete significant dual enrollment coursework leading toward an associate degree or immerse themselves in career experiences that prepare them for the next stage of their journey. FACE reflects Friendship's deeply held belief that scholars thrive when they are challenged, supported, and empowered to take ownership of their future. Built on Friendship's twenty-year legacy of expanding college access in Washington, D.C., the FACE Academy represents a bold new model for what high school can and should be, one that prepares scholars not simply to graduate, but to enter college and careers with confidence, experience, and a clear sense of purpose. Staff who join the FACE Academy become part of a mission-driven team committed to raising the ceiling of what is possible for every scholar we serve. Overview Thank you for your interest in joining Friendship Public Charter School! We are excited to review applications for anticipated vacancies for the 2026–2027 school year. Our formal interview process will begin in January 2026 for all confirmed openings. Please note that some roles may be posted in advance of confirmation, and internal applicants will be considered first for any potential vacancies. Friendship Public Charter School operates a network of high-performing, college-preparatory public charter schools serving students from pre-K3 through 12th grade. Our mission is to provide a world-class education that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and character necessary for success in college, career, and life. We are seeking dedicated, mission-aligned professionals to join our team for the 2026–2027 school year. If you are committed to accelerating student achievement, fostering joyful and rigorous learning, and preparing students for bright postsecondary futures, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to learning more about you and your passion for serving students in Washington, DC. For more information about our Teacher Evaluation Method, see the Danielson Framework for Teaching. For more information about our schools please visit the following
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Create a classroom culture of high achievement and student ownership of their learning that helps foster students’ intellectual, social and emotional development. Provide daily instruction, including clear learning outcomes, well-designed lessons and high-quality assessments that align to Friendship’s curriculum and standards. Incorporate into lessons creative, hands-on learning experiences that broaden students’ exposure and interests, help foster student ingenuity and require application of knowledge and skills acquired through daily instruction. Provide a classroom environment that is visually appealing, rich with resources aligned to curriculum and standards and honors student’s achievement with current and accurate displays of exemplary student work. Communicate to students to understand their talents, interests and needs and to convey learning expectations and their progress toward meeting those expectations. Communicate regularly with families to identify students’ talents, interests and needs and update parents regarding students’ achievements and progress. Collaborate with school-based staff and throughout the Friendship network in staff meetings, regular analysis sessions and professional learning designed to enhance students’ learning experience and increase student achievement. Write and implement SMART goals for IEPs and 504 plans
Experience in the role preferred Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university Two years of Special Education teaching experience and results demonstrating high student achievement and significant growth preferred Excellent verbal and written communication skills At least ONE of the following: Successful completion of the content area ETS Praxis II Exam Valid Special Education Teaching License Degree in content area
Master’s degree in Education or Special Education Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 and above Evidence of ongoing professional development and/or continuing education Praxis Information: For upcoming Praxis test date please visit the website at www.ets.org/praxis For HQ requirements visit http://osse.dc.gov Curriculum Information To learn more about our curriculum, consider the following links: ELA - https://greatminds.org/english/witwisdom 9-12 ELA - Springboard - https://collegeboard.clickhelp.co/articles/#!springboard-digital-support/welcome-to-springboard-digital Math - https://greatminds.org/math/eurekamath 9-12 Math - Pre-AP - https://pre-ap.collegeboard.org/ Science - https://www.foss-science.com/a-multimodal-approach/ Science 9-12 - NGSS - https://www.nextgenscience.org/ Social Studies - SS/History State Standards FPCS’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, status as a special disabled veteran, or any other protected criteria as established by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to recruitment and hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfer, layoff, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. Employment decisions at FPCS are based solely upon relevant criteria, including an individual’s capabilities, qualifications, training, experience and suitability.
Requires a bachelor's degree and either a valid Special Education teaching license, a content area Praxis II exam, or a degree in the content area. Two years of Special Education teaching experience and a master's degree are preferred.
Market context
In the District of Columbia, classroom teacher openings are often shaped by ongoing demand in public charter schools and schools serving underserved communities. These roles are competitive because employers look for candidates with a bachelor’s degree, a clear commitment to teaching, and alignment with the school’s mission; benefits may include medical, vision, dental, prescription drug coverage, and graduate tuition support. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show experience or interest in serving diverse student communities.
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