Resident STEM Teacher – Washington, DC
The Resident STEM Teacher role is an entry-level, developmental teaching position focused on secondary science education for grades 6-12. Residents co-plan and co-deliver STEM lessons under mentor guidance, gradually increasing classroom leadership while receiving tailored professional development and coaching. This residency prepares candidates for transition into full-time lead teaching roles within Confidential Client or partner districts, emphasizing student engagement, culturally responsive pedagogy, and collaborative growth.
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What You’ll Do
This is an entry-level Resident STEM Teacher role supporting secondary science (grades 6–12). As a Resident, you will co-plan and co-deliver STEM lessons alongside a mentor teacher while receiving intensive coaching and professional development designed to prepare you for a lead teaching role.
- Co-plan and co-deliver engaging STEM lessons aligned to middle or high school standards under a mentor teacher’s guidance
- Lead small groups, tutoring sessions, lab demos, and targeted interventions
- Use the Danielson Framework and observation feedback to strengthen instruction
- Participate in regular observations, professional development sessions, and site visits to study effective practice
- Transition gradually from supporting tasks to increased classroom leadership across the residency year
Ongoing Responsibilities & Growth
- Build strong, positive relationships with students to foster engagement and belonging
- Reinforce classroom culture and expectations to maintain a joyful, structured learning environment
- Incorporate hands-on, inquiry-based strategies and classroom technology to develop critical thinking
- Participate in individualized coaching and mentoring tied to student outcomes and professional goals
- Engage actively with a residency cohort to collaborate and share best practices
- Receive priority consideration for lead teacher placement upon successful completion of the residency
Residency Benefits
- Specialized professional development in content, pedagogy, and culturally responsive practices
- Individualized mentoring, observations, and coaching from instructional specialists and mentor teachers
- Cohort-based model for peer support and collaborative learning
- Gradual, supported transition into lead teaching — distinct from traditional prep programs
- Priority job placement at a Confidential Client campus or partner district after the residency year
- Continued access to professional development and mentoring after placement
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree completed (STEM major or relevant coursework strongly preferred)
- Demonstrated interest in teaching, equity, and working with youth
- Experience with youth (tutoring, mentoring, coaching, after-school programs) preferred
- Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills
- Commitment to continuous learning, openness to coaching, and evidence-based improvement
Location, Employment Type & Compensation (summary)
- Location: Washington, DC (on-site)
- Employment type: Full-time residency for the 2026–2027 school year with transition support toward a lead teacher role
- Estimated salary (source listing): $91,138 per year — estimated
Why apply through Careertakes
Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform providing this posting and candidate-matching support. Applying via Careertakes gives you access to the Confidential Client opportunity and visibility to other matched roles across our network.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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