Job Description

Elementary 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.

Our work is grounded in five pillars–Academic Excellence, Joy & Sense of Belonging, Highly Effective Teachers and Leaders, Safe, Structured, and Nurturing Learning Environments, and Commitment to College Readiness–which ensure every student is equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to pursue success in college, careers, and beyond. Our schools combine high expectations with joyful, affirming environments that nurture academic success and personal growth for students and staff alike.

As part of the national KIPP network, we share best practices and innovations while maintaining deep roots in Washington, D.C. Together, we strive toward a future without limits for our students, alumni, and community.

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.

Key Responsibilities

The percentages for each key responsibility are estimates, and other duties may be assigned. Flexibility and responsiveness are encouraged to accommodate organizational needs.

Build Strong Relationships and Classroom Culture (approx. 30 percent)

• Demonstrate commitment to KIPP DC’s mission, with a focus on excellence, equity, and antiracist practice.
• Build trusting, affirming relationships with students, families, and teammates.
• Maintain confidentiality and treat all information about children and their families in strict confidence.
• Deescalate student behaviors using a variety of strategies.

Instructional Support (approx. 40 percent)

• Internalize, adapt, and deliver high-quality, standards-aligned lessons provided by the school or lead teacher
• Demonstrate flexibility to teach across grade levels and subjects

Professional Collaboration, Development, and Feedback (approx. 20 percent)

• Attend and actively participate in staff meetings, professional development sessions, and weekly planning/feedback meetings.
• Implement coaching and feedback from school leaders, coaches, and lead teachers/grade-level chairs.
• Conduct purposeful observations of excellent lead teachers

Schoolwide Duties & Operational Expectations (approx. 10 percent)

• Assist children with personal hygiene, toileting, meals, and other daily activities when applicable.
• Fulfill the standards of professionalism, including appropriate dress, attendance, and timeliness.
• Perform duties (arrival, lunch, transitions, dismissal) as assigned.
• Support school events such as family-teacher conferences, open houses, field trips, and community events.

Required Qualifications

• Completed 60 college credit hours or more in lieu of a conferred degree
• Commitment to working with students from communities with limited access to high-quality educational opportunities 
• Demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to assist reading, writing, and mathematics instruction
• Strong communication skills with families and caregivers, including culturally responsive partnership
• Demonstrated flexibility to adapt to new tasks

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree
• Experience as an In House Substitute
• Experience in an urban K–12 public school setting 

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a classroom environment for extended periods to support assigned student(s)
• Must be able to monitor students throughout the school building, including transitions, lunch, and recess.

Compensation and Benefits:

In House Substitute Teachers will receive an annual salary of $45,000 and a competitive benefits package

• When it comes to compensation, at KIPP DC, we strive for clarity, equity, and to be highly competitive. Following the In House Substitute Teacher year, In House Substitute Teachers may interview for or be asked to become Capital Teaching Residents ($52,000), Lead Teachers (starting at 65,500), 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.
• KIPP DC offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurances; various voluntary benefits; and employer paid benefits such as short term disability, long term disability, life insurance, and a membership to One Medical.
• KIPP DC also offers a 403(b) retirement account with a 3% employer contribution and a 3% match with vesting after three years.
• Currently, staff in this role have up to 7 sick days and 3 personal days, paid holidays, and paid breaks throughout the school year. This is subject to change and your exact schedule will be shared in your offer letter.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

KIPP DC Public Schools does not discriminate against, or tolerate discrimination against, employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis or protected class including, but not limited to, actual or perceived race, color, national origin, immigration status (except as necessary to comply with federal, DC, state, or local law), religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity or expression), marital status (including domestic partnership status), genetic information, political affiliation, pregnancy, family responsibilities, personal appearance, veteran status, uniform service member status, status of being unemployed, status of victim a survivor of domestic violence, sexual offense or stalking, matriculation or any other protected class under federal, state, DC, or local law.

Click here or here to review KIPP DC’s non-discrimination policy and KIPP DC’s Title IX Coordinator’s contact information.

Please Note: If you encounter difficulties submitting your application or fail to receive a confirmation email after applying, kindly reach out to Danica Cunningham at [email protected] . Please include your name, resume, and specify the role you are applying for in your email. We appreciate your understanding and apologize for any inconvenience caused.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Local area, 2 days per week, 3 days per week

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