English Teacher

Join the Mission at Don Bosco Cristo Rey – Where College Dreams Take Flight

Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School in Washington, DC, is not your typical school. We exclusively serve students from families with limited economic means, providing a rigorous, college-preparatory education paired with an innovative Corporate Work Study Program. Our students don't just learn about the professional world—they work in it, gaining valuable experience and earning the majority of their tuition by holding a corporate job one day each week throughout high school.

As a teacher at Don Bosco Cristo Rey, you'll be part of a vibrant, mission-driven community that believes deeply in the potential of every student. You'll receive personalized coaching and meaningful professional development to grow your practice and impact. Teachers benefit from a built-in administrative day each week—when students are at their worksites—supporting balance, sustainability, and time for thoughtful planning and collaboration.

We’re a small school with a big heart and an even bigger mission: to empower our students to succeed in college and thrive in life. If you believe education changes destiny, and you’re passionate about equity, innovation, and community, we’d love to have you on our team.

Job Summary

Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School & Corporate Work Study Program is seeking an English teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. Ideal candidate is prepared to teach AP English Language or AP English Literature.

Don Bosco Cristo Rey delivers an affordable, accessible, career-focused college preparatory education in the Catholic tradition to students with limited resources. Every student participates in the Corporate Work Study Program where he/she gains professional work experience and earns money to pay for a significant portion of their own education. In the tradition of the Salesians of Don Bosco, our pillars are faith, family, future, and fun. Our students are motivated and incredibly kind, making Don Bosco Cristo Rey a truly refreshing place to work. 

Be a part of our movement. Make a real difference in your community. Join our team!  

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Design, plan, and execute informative and engaging lesson plans for the subject area using a variety of teaching techniques and appealing to various learners.
• Prepare lesson materials, assignments, and tests to evaluate, grade, and correct student performance.
• Utilizes a variety of assessment tools to evaluate student learning, including formative and summative assessment.
• Collaborates with instructional staff and provides feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress, goals, and expectations.
• Supports the implementation of our Corporate Work Study Curriculum in annual planning and daily lesson plans.
• Enthusiastically participates in professional development activities designed to support professional growth. 
• Commitment to social justice and serving the DBCR community with time and talent outside of the classroom, including sponsoring student organizations, participating in events, and other related activities.
• Maintains accurate, up-to-date student records, adhering to required policies and procedures.
• Develops and maintains a safe and inviting classroom environment conducive to learning. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Actively monitor students in the hallways, cafeteria, restrooms, and other common areas during transition bells and breaks. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

If you are qualified and interested in this position, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Dr. Cody Yocom | Principal | cyocom@dbcr.org.

Don Bosco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by law. We also welcome and encourage applications from H1B visa candidates and are prepared to sponsor qualified individuals for employment visas as necessary.

Job Requirements

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in related subject area; Master’s degree and teaching certification preferred (required to be state certified in DC, MD, or VA 3 years from date of hire).
• Previous teaching experience in related subject required; 2-4 years of experience preferred. 
• Demonstrated understanding of educational technology integration in the classroom. 
• Demonstrated understanding of effective teaching strategies for different learning styles and aptitudes. 
• Experience and sensitivity to working in a diverse multi-cultural environment. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Understanding and commitment to the educational mission of the Archdiocese of Washington, the Salesians of Don Bosco, and the vision of the Cristo Rey Network 

• Willingness to be an active, enthusiastic member of the Don Bosco community. 
• Desire to seek out professional development activities related to the latest instructional strategies, student growth and best pedagogical practices. 
• Excels in presentation, listening, and observational skills, fostering effective interactions with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively manage time, projects, and priorities while applying analytical skills to resolve challenges.
• Demonstrates the ability to take full ownership of responsibilities, working proactively to drive student success.
• Effectively collaborates in a diverse environment, demonstrating a positive outlook, navigating complex situations with professionalism and discretion

Work Environment:  

• Work schedule flexibility required. Must be able to attend various co-curricular activities and events throughout the school year.
• Work hours generally follow the school schedule and calendar. A typical workday starts at 7:30 AM.
• Limited travel may be required.