High School In House Substitute Teacher (26-27 SY) About KIPP DC Public Schools For 25 years, KIPP DC has partnered with students, families, and the community to create joyful, academically excellent schools across the nation’s capital.
Today, our network of 22 schools educate more than 7,500 students in grades PreK3-12, supported by 1,500 dedicated teachers, leaders, and staff.
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About the In House Substitute Teacher Role The In House Substitute Teacher position is a one-year role that supports classroom instruction by providing class coverage when teachers are absent and assisting the lead teacher with instruction and classroom management when coverage is not needed.
This position continues through the end of the 2026-27 school year.
At the end of the school year, In House Substitute Teachers may interview for or be offered the role of Capital Teaching Resident, Lead Teacher, or another role at their school or another KIPP DC school.
As the In House Substitute Teacher role is a one year role, a position for the following school year is not guaranteed.
Location and Type of Work This is an in-person, school-based instructional role located at a KIPP DC campus in Washington, DC.
KIPP DC schools serve students and families in person, and this position requires daily on-site presence to deliver instruction, provide student support, collaborate with teammates, and engage with families.
In House Substitutes support classroom instruction during the student day (generally 8:00 am to 3:30 pm).
In House Substitute work hours are typically 7:30 am to 5:00 pm two days per week, and 7:30 am to 4:00 pm three days per week, to allow for duties, collaboration, and professional development.
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