SY26-27 After School Lead Teacher at Ingenuity Prep

<p>Ingenuity Prep is a high-performing public charter school in Ward 8, serving scholars from Pre-K through Middle School. We are a supportive school community dedicated to academic rigor and civic leadership, preparing students for the path to colleges and careers of their choosing. We are unapologetically outcomes-driven, with an instructional model that emphasizes small-group learning, collaborative teaching teams, and robust coaching and professional development, all within a culture rooted in joy, belonging, and authentic relationships.</p> <p><strong>WHAT YOU’LL DO<br></strong>At Ingenuity Prep, our After-School Lead Teachers design and lead engaging, student-centered programming that extends learning beyond the school day. In this role, you will create a joyful, structured environment where students can explore their interests, build new skills, and develop strong relationships with peers and staff. As an After-School Lead Teacher, you will:<br><br><strong>Program Design &amp; Student Experience</strong></p> <ul> <li>Plan and lead engaging, age-appropriate club activities that spark curiosity, build skills, and reflect the interests and needs of students in grades PreK3–8.</li> <li>Foster a positive, welcoming environment where all students feel safe, valued, and excited to participate, while building strong relationships that support student engagement and growth.</li> <li>Encourage student voice, leadership, and persistence by creating opportunities for choice, collaboration, and celebration of student growth and effort.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Program Operations &amp; Collaboration</strong></p> <ul> <li>Implement clear expectations, routines, and behavior systems that ensure a structured, supportive, and well-managed after-school environment.</li> <li>Partner closely with Associate Teachers and the Out-of-School Time Manager to ensure alignment, consistency, and smooth daily operations across the after-school program.</li> <li>Maintain a well-organized space, ensure materials are prepared, and uphold all safety and supervision expectations to support a seamless student experience.</li> </ul> <p><strong>WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR</strong><strong><br></strong>We are seeking talented professionals driven by outcomes, equity, and continuous improvement, and who have the discipline and urgency to build teams that enable every student to meet a high bar.</p> <ul> <li><strong>Instructional Readiness</strong>: You deliver instruction that accelerates learning and contributes to strong team outcomes.</li> <li><strong>Achievement Orientation</strong>: You believe all students can meet grade-level expectations, set ambitious goals, use data to adjust instruction, and persist until students succeed.</li> <li><strong>Demonstrated Commitment</strong>: You are reliable, follow through on responsibilities, and sustain impact across the full school year and beyond.</li> <li><strong>Mission Alignment</strong>: You are committed to educational equity in Washington, DC, and build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues.</li> <li><strong>Growth Mindset &amp; Professionalism</strong>: You seek feedback, apply coaching, communicate clearly, and collaborate with maturity and accountability.</li> </ul> <p><strong>WHAT YOU BRING</strong></p> <ul> <li>You must have at least a high school diploma and at least 1 year of experience leading instruction to students in a school or school-based program.</li> <li>It is preferred that<em> </em>you meet one of the following education qualifications: <ul> <li>Associate's Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or a closely related field.</li> <li>Completion of at least 60 credit hours or an Associate's Degree (or higher) in any subject area, with at least 12 credit hours in Early Childhood Education (ECE).</li> <li>Enrollment in a degree program, provided that you hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) and earn an Associate's Degree or higher within four years of your initial hire date as a Teacher</li> </ul> </li> <li>You must take and pass a drug test prior to your employment due to the funding of this program through a child-care subsidy.</li> </ul> <p><strong>ADDITIONAL ROLE-SPECIFIC INFORMATION&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Summer School Work Hours:&nbsp;</strong>Monday-Friday 12-4 pm&nbsp; <ul> <li>Program runs from June 22nd - July 17th, 2026</li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>School Year Work Hours</strong>: Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday 3-6:30 pm; Wednesday 2-6:30 PM&nbsp;</li> <li><strong>Compensation</strong>: $35 per hour</li> <li><strong>Documentation</strong>: to maintain compliance, all forms must be filled out <strong>within the first 30 days of employment:</strong> <ul> <li>Government-issued ID</li> <li>College transcripts and/or HS diploma</li> <li>COVID-19 Vaccination Record</li> <li>Social Security card</li> <li>Up-to-date resume</li> <li>Background check</li> <li>DC Child Protection Registry check</li> <li>Staff Health Information Form and Staff Health Certificate</li> <li>Drug and Alcohol Test Results</li> <li>CPR Certification</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p><em>Ingenuity Prep does not make hiring decisions based on race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, age, disability, veteran status, religion, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.&nbsp; However, at this time, we do not provide job sponsorship for international candidates.</em></p>