Special Education Teacher, 2026–2027 School Year

Job overview

The Special Education Teacher works onsite in Washington, DC, for the 2026–2027 school year; compensation is not specified. Girls Global Academy is an all-girls public charter high school whose mission includes academic excellence and female empowerment. The teacher plans and delivers differentiated instruction, assesses student learning, and supports students’ academic and social-emotional development. Through collaboration with colleagues and caregivers, advisory support, and inclusive classroom practices, the role contributes to student growth and the school community.

What you'll do

• Develop lesson and unit plans aligned with curriculum standards
• use student data to differentiate instruction
• design formative and summative assessments
• teach inquiry-based lessons
• contribute to interdisciplinary curriculum planning
• communicate with caregivers
• facilitate advisory sessions
• maintain attendance, curriculum, and assessment records
• support school culture and assigned arrival, dismissal, hallway, and lunch duties
• participate in professional development.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

special education teacher

washington dc

girls global academy

2026–2027 school year

public charter high school

inclusive classroom

differentiated instruction

lesson planning

student assessment

advisory

caregiver communication

female empowerment

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Special education certification preferred; bachelor’s degree required and master’s preferred; secondary classroom experience in an urban context preferred.

About the employer

Girls Global Academy is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.