Work at SAIL

The School for Arts in Learning (SAIL) is a unique K-8 public charter school providing multiple creative environments, opportunities, and experiences for all children through arts-infused academic programs. We have developed a specialized curriculum using the arts and creative methods to help children learn in ways that match their learning styles, paying special attention to individual learning styles and specific need. Our focus is on developing the whole child, intellectually, emotionally, physically, and socially.

SAIL is currently accepting applications for:
Lead Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and an Instructional Coach.
How to Apply:

  • Lead Teachers and Teaching Assistants: Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, questionnaire and application (indicating the reference code WB0402 in all correspondence).
  • Instructional Coach: Please submit a cover letter, resume, coach questionnaire, and application.
Please submit application materials:

By mail:
Human Resources Department
WVSA School for ARTs in Learning (SAIL) PCS
1100 16th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036


By fax to (202) 261-0200

Or by e-mail to hr@wvsarts.org

If you have questions, e-mail SAIL's Human Resources Department at hr@wvsarts.org.
Applicant Requirements:

Ideal Lead Teacher, Teaching Assistant, or Instructional Coach candidates should have the following:

  • ability to think “outside the box” with integrating arts and technology into curriculum/classroom activities in new and innovative ways
  • a background of working with students with special needs or who learn differently
  • a desire to work in a collaborative, challenging and unique environment
Also, ideal candidates will have at least two years of classroom experience (Lead Teacher applicants are preferred to have Master’s level education in Special Education).

Lead Teacher applicants must be licensed in Special Education by the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE), or be eligible to obtain licensure within 90 days of hiring.

Teaching Assistant applicants must have completed a minimum of two years in college, have an associate’s degree, or obtained a score of 461 or better in a local or state administered paraprofessional exam.

SAIL Offers:
  • a competitive salary and benefits package to include paid time off
  • subsidized health, dental and vision insurance
  • 100% employer-sponsored life, short-term and long-term disability insurance for staff
  • a convenient downtown location just minutes from the White House!