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How much do dcps teacher jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for dcps teacher in the United States is $35.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $50.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a DCPS teacher?

DCPS teachers are educators who work in the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) system, serving students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade in Washington, DC. They are responsible for creating lesson plans, delivering instruction, assessing student progress, and fostering a positive learning environment. DCPS teachers are required to meet state certification standards and often participate in ongoing professional development to enhance their teaching skills. Their goal is to support student achievement and help prepare students for college, careers, and active citizenship.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a DCPS teacher?

To thrive as a DCPS Teacher, you need a bachelor's degree in education or a related field, a teaching license, and strong instructional and classroom management skills. Familiarity with curriculum standards, student assessment tools, and educational technology platforms such as Canvas or PowerSchool is typically required. Excellent communication, cultural competency, and adaptability are vital soft skills for engaging diverse student populations and collaborating with colleagues and families. These skills and qualities are essential for fostering student achievement, maintaining an inclusive learning environment, and meeting district goals.

What are some unique challenges DCPS teachers might face in urban school settings?

DCPS teachers often work in diverse, urban school environments where they may encounter challenges such as large class sizes, varying student academic levels, and limited resources. Teachers must be adaptable and proactive in differentiating instruction to meet students' individual needs. Collaboration with colleagues, families, and support staff is integral to fostering student success and addressing potential barriers to learning. Additionally, DCPS provides professional development and mentorship programs to support teachers in overcoming these challenges and advancing in their careers.

What is the difference between Dcps Teacher vs Dcps Substitute Teacher?

AspectDcps TeacherDcps Substitute Teacher
CredentialsState certification, Bachelor's degree in education or related fieldOften requires a substitute teaching permit or emergency certification
Work EnvironmentFull-time, classroom-based, regular schedulePart-time or day-to-day, filling in for absent teachers
Employer & IndustryDistrict-operated public schools within DC Public SchoolsSame district, but as a temporary or on-call staff member

Dcps Teachers hold full-time positions with certification requirements, working regularly in classrooms. In contrast, Dcps Substitute Teachers fill in temporarily, often with less formal certification, providing flexibility but less job stability. Both roles serve the public school system but differ in responsibilities, credentials, and work schedules.

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Infographic showing various Dcps Teacher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,196 per year, or $35.7 per hour.

MUSIC (K-12) TEACHER*

Miami, FL • On-site

Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Education Programs Administration • 10K+ employees
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$3.0K/wk

Full-time

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Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

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Job description

Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS), an A-rated district, is the nation's third largest school system with nearly 500 schools and a diverse enrollment of more than 335,500 students from over 160 countries. Our ongoing tradition of groundbreaking achievement has earned top recognition at the national and international levels and makes M-DCPS your best choice.
BASIC OBJECTIVES
This is a professional position responsible for the instruction of elementary and secondary students through the teaching of music content knowledge, performance skills, and understandings of music as an art form.
JOB TASKS/RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Prepares lesson objectives and outline of study following district curriculum guidelines. 2. Lectures, demonstrates, conducts, models performance standards, selects appropriate materials, and uses audiovisual teaching aides to present subject matter to class.
3. Prepares and administers assessments (including performance) to measure students progress, records results, issues reports to inform parents of progress, assigns final grades and adjusts instruction accordingly.
4. Assigns lessons; assesses students' progress including homework and assigned practice; and hears presentations.
5. Presents students in appropriate performance situations as an outgrowth of the instructional program.
6. Teaches rules of conduct and maintains discipline and order in classroom and on school sponsored field trips.
7. Counsels pupils when adjustment and academic problems arise.
8. Meets with parents to discuss pupils' academic, social and behavioral progress.
9. Maintains attendance and grade records as required by school.
10. Participates in faculty and professional meetings and inservice classes.
11. Performs related work as required or as assigned by the supervising administrator or his/her designee.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This is light work which requires the following physical activities: bending, stooping, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing and visual acuity. The worker is exposed to noise and the work is performed indoors.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
As stated in the State Statutes.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
To create your candidate profile, you will need to gather the following:
  • Personal information
  • Current resume and work history
  • Certification information
    • For certification information, please visit M-DCPS - Instructional Certification
  • Official SEALED transcripts must be submitted to M-DCPS via one of the following:
    • U.S. Mail addressed to:

Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Transcript Desk,
1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Suite 150
Miami, FL 33132
    • Electronic Mail to: Verification@dadeschools.net
      • You must useNational Student Clearinghouse, Parchment, or eScrip-Safe to request an electronic transcript via email. Please note that not all colleges/universities participate in the electronic transcript exchange.
  • Two professional references:
    • Uploaded References must be on a letterhead OR on the District's Reference Form (Printing T:\FORMS\3000\3506.FRP (dadeschools.net), have an original signature, and be dated within the last year from current or past supervisors or college professors.

Background Screening for the Selected Candidate (External Candidate):
Please click on the link below for information on M-DCPS Employment Standard, Drug Testing and Fingerprinting requirements in order to be hired as an employee.
M-DPCS - Personnel Services and Fingerprinting
Please see the link to the new Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website.
This site was implemented under the directive of House Bill 531 (2025), effective 1-1-2026.
https://info.flclearinghouse.com
Starting Teacher Salary: $53,159.00*
*(includes 6% Referendum Retirement Accruing Supplement of $3,009)
New hires may be eligible to receive credit for verified years of experience, which can enhance their starting salary.
For more details, please refer to the Newly Hired/Teachers Salary Schedule - Click Here
Please visit Salary Inquiry Request for more information. Click here
We are an equal opportunity employer.

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