Teaching at ÈËÆÞÂÒÂ× DC

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Join one of the highest-performing PreK-12 public school systems in the District of Columbia. Be surrounded by diverse educators who are committed to anti-racism and providing an excellent education to all students. We aim for ÈËÆÞÂÒÂ× DC to be the best place in our nation’s capital for educators to grow professionally and make an impact. Through a robust professional development program, first-class benefits, ample resources, and a team and family culture, educators can reach new heights in their careers by joining the ÈËÆÞÂÒÂ× DC ÈËÆÞÂÒÂ×.

Why Join ÈËÆÞÂÒÂ× DC?

Impact

Join one of the highest-performing PreK-12 public school systems in the District of Columbia. Be part of a talented group of diverse educators, all committed to anti-racism and providing an excellent education to all students.

Support

We seek to deliver unparalleled coaching and development to maximize teachers’ impact on student achievement. Our targeted, year-round professional development program is rooted in antiracist practices and aligned to a core curriculum provided to all teachers. Staff receive regular feedback and coaching from an administrator and content coach, allowing them to hone their craft and focus on lesson delivery and differentiation.

Teach

At ÈËÆÞÂÒÂ× DC, we believe in developing teachers whether they are in the classroom for decades, or aspire to leadership. There are many advancement opportunities including partnership with Relay Graduate school, special education fellowship, grade level chairs, Rising Leader Vice Principal and Dean Development Cohort, and Principal in Residence Training Program.

School Culture and Equity

ÈËÆÞÂÒÂ× DC schools are joyful and identity affirming with school cultures centered in restorative practices, positive behavior incentives, and social emotional learning. As a public school system, we also aim to identify and confront institutional racism to create a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization for staff and students.

Additional Benefits

ÈËÆÞÂÒÂ× DC’s start at $65,500, are above the District of Columbia average, and we offer renewal add-ons of up to $5,000 each year a teacher returns. In addition, ample school budgets ensure educators do not need to pay out of pocket for classroom expenses.

ÈËÆÞÂÒÂ× DC offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, various voluntary benefits, and employer paid benefits such as short term disability, long term disability, life insurance, and a membership to One Medical. ÈËÆÞÂÒÂ× DC also offers a 403(b) retirement account with employer contributions and match, vesting after three years. Teachers have access to ÈËÆÞÂÒÂ× DC’s additional development and enrichment opportunities such as Relay’s Masters of Arts in Teaching program, Special Education Fellowship, School Culture Champion Grants, Classroom Innovation Grants, and various fellowship and pilot programs launched each year.

Connect With Us

Upcoming Events

  • Capital Teaching Residency (CTR) Program Webinar

    Tuesday, October 13 • 5 - 6 pm

Talk with a Recruiter

Early Childhood

with Natalie Cheuk our Early Childhood Talent Acquisition Manager.

Elementary School

with Chentese StewartÌýour Elementary Talent Acquisition Manager.

Middle School

with Xernalia Marshall our Middle School Talent Acquisition Manager.

High School

with Joshua Middleton our High School Talent Acquisition Manager.

 

"“I know this is the work I’m supposed to be doing, and I ground it in the fact that I am helping change lives through education. It feels great to provide students with the education they deserve in the ÈËÆÞÂÒÂ× I grew up in. I recently had a parent text me about how excited her daughter was to talk about a book we recently read. It’s the little moments like that that make this work gratifyingâ€�"

Chris Richardson, 6th Grade Teacher at Honor Academy

What We Look For

Requirements

Required

Bachelor’s degree

Commitment to working with students from communities with limited access to quality educational opportunities

Strongly Preferred

At least two years of teaching experience in a public school or education degree with student teaching experience

Preferred

ÈËÆÞÂÒÂ× DC prefers all teachers to be “Highly Qualifiedâ€�, which includes a Bachelor’s degree and passing the appropriate Praxis exam(s)

Bachelor’s degree in content area

Experience/strength in content area

Experience teaching in a predominantly African-American environment

How To Stand Out

Mission Alignment

We are looking for teachers who are passionate about ÈËÆÞÂÒÂ× DC’s mission and to advancing its antiracist ambition through their work with staff, students, alumni, and families.

Strong content knowledge

Successful applicants show evidence of planning and delivering well structured, engaging lessons. They have demonstrated student success and use data often to inform their practice.

Positive classroom culture

ÈËÆÞÂÒÂ× DC teachers are focused on relationship building, use restorative management strategies, and have clear systems and routines in their classroom

Teacher leadership

We are looking for team members that support their colleagues, navigate conflict thoughtfully, and are eager to grow in their practice.

How to Apply

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For most teaching candidates who progress beyond the online application, the selection process involves the following steps:

Online Application: Our application is quick! An upload of your resume and a few short answer questions. While our application is rolling, we encourage you to apply as early as possible as we fill most teaching roles by Spring.

Initial Interview: We’ll connect with you via phone or video (your choice) for a 30-45 minute interview to learn more about you.

Sample Teaching Video: You’ll submit a sample video (or sometimes perform a lesson via Zoom).

Final Interview and Demo Lesson: You’ll get to meet with our school leadersÌýto share more about yourself and learn more about our schools. You’ll also teach a demo lesson with our students.

References: We collect references early in the application process to have them available when we reach the final interview stage. If you proceed with the process, we will notify you before contacting your references, allowing you to communicate with them first.

Offer extended: You’re a teacher at ÈËÆÞÂÒÂ× DC Public Schools!