Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
ABOUT MERIDIAN PCS Founded in 1999 by a group of dedicated volunteers, Meridian Public Charter School is one of Washington, DC’s oldest continuously operating public charter schools. Serving students in grades K–8, Merid…
Skills: Common Core curriculum development, Instructional design, Differentiated instruction, Classroom management, Student assessment
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$85k–$95k/yr
ABOUT MERIDIAN PCS Founded in 1999 by a group of dedicated volunteers, Meridian Public Charter School is one of Washington, DC’s oldest continuously operating public charter schools. Serving students in grades K–8, Merid…
Skills: Student health, Mental health, Crisis intervention, Social work, Trauma-informed care
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
ABOUT MERIDIAN PCS Founded in 1999 by a group of dedicated volunteers, Meridian Public Charter School is one of Washington, DC’s oldest continuously operating public charter schools. Serving students in grades K–8, Merid…
Skills: Spanish language instruction, Curriculum development, Classroom management, Differentiated instruction, Formative assessment
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
ABOUT MERIDIAN PCS Founded in 1999 by a group of dedicated volunteers, Meridian Public Charter School is one of Washington, DC’s oldest continuously operating public charter schools. Serving students in grades K–8, Merid…
Skills: English language development, Instructional coaching, Progress monitoring, Data analysis, WIDA standards
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$85k–$95k/yr
ABOUT MERIDIAN PCS Founded in 1999 by a group of dedicated volunteers, Meridian Public Charter School is one of Washington, DC’s oldest continuously operating public charter schools. Serving students in grades K–8, Merid…
Skills: Student wellness strategy, Multi-tiered systems of supports, Crisis intervention, Social work, Clinical supervision
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
ABOUT MERIDIAN PCS Founded in 1999 by a group of dedicated volunteers, Meridian Public Charter School is one of Washington, DC’s oldest continuously operating public charter schools. Serving students in grades K–8, Merid…
Skills: Common Core curriculum, Instructional design, Differentiated instruction, Classroom management, Student assessment
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
ABOUT MERIDIAN PCS Founded in 1999 by a group of dedicated volunteers, Meridian Public Charter School is one of Washington, DC’s oldest continuously operating public charter schools. Serving students in grades K–8, Merid…
Skills: Spanish language instruction, Curriculum development, Classroom management, Differentiated instruction, Formative assessment
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
ABOUT MERIDIAN PCS Founded in 1999 by a group of dedicated volunteers, Meridian Public Charter School is one of Washington, DC’s oldest continuously operating public charter schools. Serving students in grades K–8, Merid…
Skills: Program coordination, Grant management, Staff supervision, Relationship building, Budget management
Washington, District of Columbia, United States • On-site
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The ELA teacher will develop and implement Common Core-aligned curriculum while differentiating instruction to meet diverse student learning needs. They are also responsible for assessing student progress, maintaining a positive classroom environment, and communicating effectively with families and staff.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree, with a concentration or advanced degree in education preferred. Two or more years of K-12 teaching experience in an urban environment is highly desired.
Founded in 1999 by a group of dedicated volunteers, Meridian Public Charter School is one of Washington, DC’s oldest continuously operating public charter schools. Serving students in grades K–8, Meridian has a long-standing reputation for academic excellence, innovation, and a deep commitment to educating the whole child through its academic approach - Language, Literacy, and the Arts. Meridian operates across two campuses (Elementary and Middle), housed in historic buildings that reflect the school’s deep roots in the city. With our elementary campus located in the historic U Street Corridor of downtown Washington, DC, and our Middle School Campus located between the Petworth and Columbia Heights neighborhoods, Meridians Campuses are both located in vibrant neighborhoods known for their rich cultural history, diverse dining options, and bustling small business community.
Meridian is deeply committed to attracting and retaining talented educators and professionals who believe in equity, growth, and impact. New staff join a collaborative, mission-driven environment where expectations are clear, support is intentional, and leadership is encouraged at every level.
What truly distinguishes Meridian among DC public charter schools is its ability to blend academic rigor, artistic expression, community connection, and educator investment within a historic and dynamic urban setting. Meridian is a place where students are known, staff are supported, families are valued, and learning is driven by purpose. Together, Meridian’s students, families, and staff form a vibrant learning community; committed to excellence, grounded in equity, and united by a shared belief in what’s possible when Arts, Language, and Literacy lead the way. Join us as we continue to take Meridian from good to great! For additional information about Meridian visit mpcs-dc.org.
We are seeking an ELA Teacher to work with our middle school students for the 2026-27 school year. Teachers at Meridian are responsible for the following:
Ideal candidates will have the following education and experience:
A recent TNTP Insight Survey of our teachers placed our staff’s satisfaction with compensation in the top quartile of all charter schools in DC. We also lead the charter sector in compensation transparency, and publish our salary scales for teachers here.
Meridian teachers and staff are compensated competitively for their time and have opportunities to earn additional income through leadership opportunities at the school level, offering extracurricular clubs and sports for students, and facilitating tutoring programs. Salary is based on Meridian's teacher salary scale and is determined by years of experience and level of education.
Meridian's Teacher Pay Salary Scale SY25-26
Meridian Public Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The School’s EEO policy prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, disability, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Meridian PCS prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodation for employees with a disability. Under this policy, equal employment opportunity is required in recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, termination, compensation, benefits, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as required by applicable law.
Vision: One school, one community, one city - the world intersects at Meridian. Meridian Public Charter School was founded by a dedicated group of volunteers in 1999, making it one of the oldest continually operating charter schools in Washington, DC. From our humble beginnings above a laundromat to our current operations across two full campuses, Meridian has maintained a commitment to excellence for our students, many of whom are far from opportunity. Meridian is the first EL Education partner school to not start as an EL Education school, making it a unique offering for families in the city and a place where there is true commitment to our shared ideals. Grades: PK3 - 8th grade Number of Students: Approximately 600 from all 8 wards of DC, with about half coming from within a mile of one of our two campuses. Student-to-teacher ratio: 8:1 (average classroom size around 17) PreKindergarten: Meridian uses a highly-acclaimed play-based curriculum in its PreK classrooms, and is consistently rated as one of the strongest PreK programs in the city according to the CLASS accountability scores produced every year. Accreditation: Meridian is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Offices: Washington, US
View all jobs at Meridian Public Charter SchoolVision: One school, one community, one city - the world intersects at Meridian. Meridian Public Charter School was founded by a dedicated group of volunteers in 1999, making it one of the oldest continually operating charter schools in Washington, DC. From our humble beginnings above a laundromat to our current operations across two full campuses, Meridian has maintained a commitment to excellence for our students, many of whom are far from opportunity. Meridian is the first EL Education partner school to not start as an EL Education school, making it a unique offering for families in the city and a place where there is true commitment to our shared ideals. Grades: PK3 - 8th grade Number of Students: Approximately 600 from all 8 wards of DC, with about half coming from within a mile of one of our two campuses. Student-to-teacher ratio: 8:1 (average classroom size around 17) PreKindergarten: Meridian uses a highly-acclaimed play-based curriculum in its PreK classrooms, and is consistently rated as one of the strongest PreK programs in the city according to the CLASS accountability scores produced every year. Accreditation: Meridian is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Offices: Washington, US
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