HS Special Education Teacher (ELA Co-Teach + Journalism) - Washington, DC Job at Phaxis - Education, Washington DC

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  • Phaxis - Education
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Special Education Teacher — ELA Co-Teacher (Grades 9–12)

Location: Washington, DC (Onsite only)
Schedule: Full-time, Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–3:30 PM (35 hrs/week; 30-min unpaid lunch)
Term: ASAP – June 15, 2026
Interview: Virtual — ASAP (quick turnaround)

Benefits (through Phaxis)

  • Weekly pay (W2)

  • Health, dental, and vision options

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Dedicated credentialing & onboarding support

  • Ongoing classroom coaching/resources

  • Referral bonuses

The Opportunity

Join a DC high school as an ELA Co-Teacher supporting inclusive ELA classrooms and teaching two sections of Journalism per semester . You’ll co-plan/co-teach with a GenEd partner, implement IEP accommodations, and support students—primarily with OHI and SLD classifications—in a positive, data-informed environment.

Role Highlights

  • Classroom Type: ELA co-teach (push-in) + 2 Journalism courses/semester

  • Grades: 9–12

  • Student Needs: Inclusion setting; most behaviors/needs are OHI or SLD

  • New Grads: Yes—will consider strong practicum/student teaching experience

  • Why This Role: Active billing client, responsive, willing to move quickly

What You’ll Do

  • Co-plan and co-teach daily ELA instruction; differentiate materials/assessments

  • Lead Journalism sections (writing, media literacy, publication process)

  • Implement IEP accommodations/modifications; collect and report progress data

  • Apply strong, proactive classroom management in a co-taught setting

  • Collaborate with teachers, related services, families, and school leadership

What We’re Looking For

  • Classroom Management: Strong, consistent strategies (required)

  • Licensure/Certification: No specific DC license required for this contract; DC OSSE Special Education and/or Secondary ELA licensure preferred. Out-of-state certs and strong experience considered.

  • Experience: Secondary ELA and/or co-teach experience a plus; Journalism teaching or advising experience helpful

  • Collaborative, student-centered approach; comfort supporting OHI/SLD

Compensation & Details

  • Pay: $40–$50/hour (W2), DOE

  • Hours: 35/week guaranteed; onsite only (no virtual/hybrid)

  • Start/End: ASAP – June 15, 2026

Compliance & Onboarding

  • Standard school clearances may include background check, fingerprints, TB (support provided by Phaxis)

How to Apply

Email your resume to Shawn Blanton at sblanton@phaxis.com with the subject line “ELA Co-Teacher (HS) – Washington, DC.” Interviews are being scheduled immediately .

 

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Full time, Contract work, Immediate start,

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