Why Tech Prep?

Friendship Technology Preparatory is a college preparatory high school serving students in 9th – 12th grade.

Friendship Public Charter School has expanded its portfolio of schools with a new school model: Friendship Tech Prep Academy, where our secondary STEM program provides multiple opportunities for students to develop skills in science, technology, engineering and math through our robotics program, engineering classes, hands-on science curriculum, and the use of technology such as iPads and Smartboards. Read more about our academic program.

At Friendship Tech Prep students benefit from Advanced Placement and Honors courses, as well as Career Academy courses that provide pathways in technology, science, engineering, law, and communication arts. Tech Prep has a high graduation and college acceptance rates.

Friendship Tech Prep Academy is preparing students for higher education and the career of their choice by ensuring mastery of skills, knowledge, and tools needed to succeed in the 21st-century green global economy. Our green school focus ensures that each member of the Tech Prep community learns to make environmentally conscious decisions and gains the experience to design and develop green products. Upon completion of our new building in 2014, all students will attend a premier green facility and have the opportunity to experience green technology firsthand.

Thank you for your interest in joining Friendship Public Charter School! We are excited to review applications for anticipated vacancies for the 2026–2027 school year.

Our formal interview process will begin in January 2026 for all confirmed openings. Please note that some roles may be posted in advance of confirmation, and internal applicants will be considered first for any potential vacancies.

Friendship Public Charter School operates a network of high-performing, college-preparatory public charter schools serving students from pre-K3 through 12th grade. Our mission is to provide a world-class education that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and character necessary for success in college, career, and life.

We are seeking dedicated, mission-aligned professionals to join our team for the 2026–2027 school year. If you are committed to accelerating student achievement, fostering joyful and rigorous learning, and preparing students for bright postsecondary futures, we encourage you to apply.

We look forward to learning more about you and your passion for serving students in Washington, DC.

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Please see the available salary scales: FPCS Compensation

• Support arrival and dismissal of students assuring that they get to correct classrooms;
• Monitors student behavior and maintains discipline in the in-school suspension room;
• Explain expected conduct and achievement; 
• Assign and check student work during in school and out of school suspension periods and review student progress;
• Discuss and develop behavior plans for students with administrators, teachers and parents;
• Monitor and report inappropriate behavior by students to administration;
• Provides personalized attention and assistance to students to develop or improve skills in academic area; 
• Monitor hallways before and after school; 
• Confers regularly with teacher(s) to discuss plans, receives professional guidance and facilitates professional evaluation of student's progress;
• Escort students during break periods and lunch periods as needed; 
• Record and file records on students receiving after school detention;
• Provide supervision for students who are assigned to in-school suspension classroom; 
• Work with students and/or staff members during the student reflection period on issues such as behavior management and the prevention of undesirable behaviors that resulted in students being assigned to ISS;
• Attend faculty meeting, professional learning sessions; accompanies and helps with the supervision of the class on field trips;
• Maintains a professional code of ethic; and
• Perform related work as required.

• Experience in the role preferred
• High School Diploma required; 
• At least two (2) years of college (min 60 college credits) with an emphasis on coursework in education or counseling preferred
• Two years of related work experience required 
• Good understanding of the field of child development, student behavior and of instructional methods and techniques; 
• Ability to learn new methods and techniques; 
• Considerable patience and ability to work with children; 
• Ability to work harmoniously with and provide a broad range of assistance to the instructional staff; and 
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions; 
• Good understanding of Friendship Public Charter School Disciplinary Policies and Procedures; 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; and 
• Strong ability to work with diverse populations.

FPCS’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, status as a special disabled veteran, or any other protected criteria as established by federal, state, or local laws.  This policy applies to recruitment and hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfer, layoff, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.  Employment decisions at FPCS are based solely upon relevant criteria, including an individual’s capabilities, qualifications, training, experience and suitability.