High School Special Education Teacher

Responsibilities

• Provide special education instruction and case management for high school students with IEPs
• Write, deliver, and monitor Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Deliver culturally responsive instruction aligned with the IB curriculum framework
• Provide behavioral support to students with Tier 3 behaviors and special education classifications
• Conduct special education meetings and manage compliance with OSSE regulations
• Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, and school leadership
• Teach an advisory class using the school's advisory curriculum
• Integrate technology and 1:1 Chromebooks into daily instruction
• Support transition planning and advocate for students with disabilities

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Master's Degree in secondary education or content area preferred
• Previous teaching experience in special education strongly preferred
• Proficiency with G-Suite tools and instructional technology platforms
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to pass a background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with IB MYP/DP and language immersion programs
• Ability to manage a high-performing charter school classroom environment
• Commitment to professional development and continuous improvement

Benefits

• Health and disability insurance
• Paid leave
• Daily planning time and reasonable class sizes
• Professional development opportunities
• Technology and support for instructional delivery

About the Company

District of Columbia International School (DCI) is a public charter school serving over 1,600 diverse students in grades 6-12. DCI offers an International Baccalaureate curriculum, advanced language learning in Chinese, Spanish, and French, and a culture focused on student agency supported by 1:1 technology.