SY26-27 After School Lead Teacher

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.

• →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.
• →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.
• →Encourage student voice, leadership, and persistence by creating opportunities for choice, collaboration, and celebration of student growth and effort.

• Implement clear expectations, routines, and behavior systems that ensure a structured, supportive, and well-managed after-school environment.
• 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.
• Maintain a well-organized space, ensure materials are prepared, and uphold all safety and supervision expectations to support a seamless student experience.

• →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.
• →It is preferred that you meet one of the following education qualifications:
  • →Associate's Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or a closely related field.
  • →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).
  • →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
• →You must take and pass a drug test prior to your employment due to the funding of this program through a child-care subsidy.

• Work Hours: Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday 3-6:30 pm; Wednesday 2-6:30 PM 
• Compensation: $35 per hour
• Documentation: to maintain compliance, all forms must be filled out within the first 30 days of employment:
  • Government-issued ID
  • College transcripts and/or HS diploma
  • COVID-19 Vaccination Record
  • Social Security card
  • Up-to-date resume
  • Background check
  • DC Child Protection Registry check
  • Staff Health Information Form and Staff Health Certificate
  • Drug and Alcohol Test Results
  • CPR Certification

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.  However, at this time, we do not provide job sponsorship for international candidates.