Shades of Grey HR · 2 months ago
English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher
WASHINGTON DC, DC, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$62K/yr - $94K/yrAcademy of Hope Adult Public Charter School is dedicated to empowering Washington, DC residents through education. They are seeking English Language Arts (ELA) Teachers to support adult learners at various instructional levels, focusing on equitable instruction and diverse learning needs.
Human Resources
Responsibilities
Teach in-person English Language Arts and social studies courses aligned with the College and Career Readiness Standards for Adults (CCRSAE) and high school equivalency expectations (GED/NEDP)
Support learners at assigned levels, which may include: Level 1 – Foundational Literacy: Letter recognition, phonemic awareness, basic decoding, high-frequency words, very simple sentences, early reading behaviors, and confidence-building around print. Level 2 – Basic Literacy: Phonics, decoding, sentence and paragraph writing, grammar, fluency, and basic reading comprehension. Level 3 – Pre-GED / Intermediate: Academic reading, structured multi-paragraph writing, grammar and mechanics, informational texts, and introductory analysis. Level 4 – GED/NEDP Readiness: Advanced reading comprehension, evidence-based writing, text analysis, argumentation, research skills, and integration of social studies content. Level 5 – Advanced / Transition to Postsecondary: GED-level reasoning through language arts, analytical writing, research projects, and academic/professional communication skills for college and career contexts
Adapt instructions to accommodate varied learning styles, skill levels, and cognitive/linguistic profiles
Integrate multisensory instructional strategies and technology tools to reinforce reading and writing skills
Develop and implement Individualized Learning Plans (ILPs) for learners with special academic needs, as appropriate
Collaborate with Student Support Services to identify learning barriers and provide accommodation
Assess learner progress through formative and summative measures and adjust instruction accordingly
Foster an inclusive classroom environment grounded in AoH’s CARES values—Community, Acceptance Respect, Empowerment, and Service
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in English, Language Arts, Literacy, Secondary Education, Special Education, Adult Education, or a related field (required)
Demonstrated experience teaching literacy or English Language Arts to adult or secondary learners
Experience supporting adults with diverse academic needs, including learners with interrupted education, diagnosed learning differences, or low literacy
Experience designing and delivering differentiated instruction in multi-level classrooms
Experience using formative assessments to guide instruction and set individualized learning goals
Knowledge of College and Career Readiness Standards for Adults (CCRSAE) and high school equivalency expectations (GED/NEDP)
Knowledge of CASAS or other adult-education placement and progress assessment tools
Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), trauma-informed practices, and culturally responsive pedagogy
Awareness of how adult learners' lived experiences (employment, trauma, language, caregiving responsibilities) influence classroom engagement and persistence
Ability to create a welcoming, structured, and responsive learning environment that motivates adult learners at all levels
Strong lesson-planning skills, with creativity in adapting materials for learners from early literacy to GED readiness
Effective classroom management that supports learner confidence, safety, and persistence
Strong communication skills—clear, empathetic, and grounded in cultural humility
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Prior adult-education, ABE, or GED/NEDP preparation experience is strongly preferred
Benefits
100% employer-paid base health insurance plan
Health insurance buy-up plans available, allowing employees to elect enhanced medical coverage
403(b) retirement plan options
Employer-paid life insurance
Employer-paid disability insurance (short-term and long-term)
Supplemental accident insurance through Aflac (employee-paid)
Supplemental life insurance for dependents (employee-paid)
14 paid holidays each year
2 floating holidays you may use at your discretion
Company
Shades of Grey HR
Shades of Grey HR is a forward-thinking HR consulting firm that specializes in offering fractional HR services tailored to the unique needs of small to medium-sized businesses.
Founded in 2016
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase