The Inspired Teaching Demonstration School
Jessica Hiltabidel, currently working as the Director of Culture, Equity, and Access at The Inspired Teaching Demonstration School, has a background in education and leadership. Previously, Jessica served as an Elementary School Principal at DC Scholars Public Charter School and Director of Teaching and Learning at the Center for Inspired Teaching. Jessica holds a Bachelor's degree in Biology and Psychology from The Johns Hopkins University, a Master's degree in Leadership in Teaching from Notre Dame of Maryland University, and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in Education at George Mason University.
The Inspired Teaching Demonstration School
At Inspired Teaching Demonstration Public Charter School, students learn through an academically challenging, standards-based curriculum that supports and builds their intellect, inquiry skills, imagination and integrity. Great teachers lead every classroom, instruction is individualized, and learning is joyful and engaging. Our school houses a Teacher Residency program in which Inspired Teaching Residents work towards full certification under the guidance and supervision of our master teachers. Students in each classroom benefit from the experience and expertise of Master Teachers and the energy and enthusiasm of new teachers. Once fully certified, our Inspired Teaching Residents graduate and go on to teach in other DC public and public charter schools. We’re striving to be a leader in improving the way teachers are trained and students are educated.