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

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 .