Substitute Teacher

District of Columbia Public Schools

Washington, District of Columbia

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Date Posted August 04, 2026
Industry K-12: Public Schools
Certification Needed
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Description:

Our public school need your expertise, passion and leadership.

We are looking for highly motivated and skilled talent to join our team at District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS). We seek individuals who are passionate about transforming the DC school system and making a significant difference in the lives of public school students, parents, principals, teachers, and central services employees.

DCPS serves 50,000 students in the nation's capital through the efforts of approximately 4,000 educators in 118 schools. As part of a comprehensive reform effort to become the preeminent urban school system in America, DCPS intends to have the highest-performing, best paid, most satisfied, and most honored educator force in the nation and a distinctive central services staff whose work supports and drives instructional excellence and significant achievement gains for DCPS students.


Position Overview

Substitute teaching offers an opportunity to impact students in one of the most dynamic urban school districts in the country while maintaining schedule and location flexibility. As such, substitute teachers are expected to maintain a professional attitude toward their work and always keep in mind the school system's goals. Effective substitute teachers make a positive impact on students. Substitute teachers are located in all DC Public Schools and education campuses throughout Washington, DC. Under the direction of the Principal and other administrative staff, substitute teachers play a critical role in the delivery of high quality instruction in the absence of an ET-15 teacher or paraprofessional aide.

This position has been designated asSafety Sensitive.Pursuant to section 410 of Chapter 4 of the D.C. Personnel Regulations; in addition to the general suitability screening, individuals applying for or occupying safety sensitive positions are subject to the following checks and tests: Criminal background check; Sex Offender Registry check; Pre-employment drug and alcohol test; Traffic record check (as applicable); Reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol test; and Post-accident or incident drug and alcohol test.



The DCPS Substitute Teacher will report to the Principal.




Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Follows the prepared lesson plan outlines for the course of study. Instructs students through instruction, demonstrations and/or audio-visual aids.
  • Assigns lessons, corrects papers, hears oral presentations and may be called upon to administer test.
  • Keeps attendance records. Maintains discipline in the classroom, playground, etc.
  • Observes students to detect signs of illness and reports behavioral problems.
  • Responsible for the maintenance of classrooms and all property assigned.
  • On long term assignments, devises lesson plans in the assigned subject area provides a wide variety of experiences.
  • Reports and discusses any problems encountered while performing assignments to the Principal.
  • Observes the starting and dismissal times and all regulations of the D.C. Public School during the work day.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned consistent with the position as may be requested by the Principal or other school administration.
Qualifications
  • 60 or more credit hours in lieu of a conferred degree
  • One to two years' experience working with students in a classroom setting (both unpaid and paid experiences should be considered).
  • Possesses excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to help to implement reasonable rules for classroom behaviors and procedures
  • Ability to maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
  • Previous exposure to or experience in the education sector a plus.
  • Ability to assist school administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. to be hired as a DCPS Substitute Teacher. If selected, candidates will be required to submit acceptable documentation to verify their identity and authorization to work in the U.S. For more information regarding I-9 acceptable documents please visit Home | USCIS.

DCPS Values
  • STUDENTS FIRST: We recognize students as whole children and put their needs first in everything we do.
  • COURAGE: We have the audacity to learn from our successes and failures, to try new things, and to lead the nation as a proof point of PK-12 success.
  • EQUITY: We work proactively to eliminate opportunity gaps by interrupting institutional bias and investing in effective strategies to ensure every student succeeds.
  • EXCELLENCE: We work with integrity and hold ourselves accountable for exemplary outcomes, service, and interactions.
  • TEAMWORK: We recognize that our greatest asset is our collective vision and ability to work collaboratively and authentically.
  • JOY: We enjoy our collective work and will enthusiastically celebrate our success and each other.
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive, accessible workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodation and/or application assistance is available upon request at all stages of the application and employment process. To request accommodation, please contact dcps.eeo-ada@k12.dc.gov.

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