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Dodea Education Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Laborer

Quantico, VA · On-site +1

$20.36 - $23.75/hr

Applicants with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should notify David Walton ra@dodea.edu * This position is not covered by a ...

Additional Preferred Experience, Education, Certifications: * Quality certification (e.g., CQA, ASQ ... Experience working in a school setting and Department of Defense (DoDEA) schools and community ...

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What is DoDEA Education?

DoDEA Education refers to the Department of Defense Education Activity, which is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and managing pre-K through 12th grade education programs for children of military and eligible Department of Defense civilian families. DoDEA operates schools both in the United States and overseas, ensuring consistent, high-quality education for students regardless of where their families are stationed. The curriculum is designed to meet rigorous standards and to support the unique needs of military-connected students.

What are some unique challenges educators face when teaching in DoDEA schools compared to other public school systems?

Educators in DoDEA (Department of Defense Education Activity) schools often work with highly mobile student populations due to frequent military family relocations, which can create challenges in maintaining continuity of instruction and building long-term relationships. Additionally, teachers may need to adapt to diverse cultural backgrounds and varying academic preparedness among students. Collaboration with parents and military support staff is common to help students adjust and succeed academically and socially. The work environment tends to be close-knit, with a strong emphasis on supporting military-connected children and creating a stable, inclusive classroom atmosphere.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a DoDEA educator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a DoDEA Educator, you need a bachelor’s degree in education or a related field, state teaching certification, and familiarity with curriculum development and assessment. Experience with learning management systems, digital classroom tools, and compliance with federal and DoDEA-specific educational standards is typically required. Outstanding communication, cultural sensitivity, and adaptability are essential soft skills to effectively engage diverse student populations, often in overseas or military community settings. These skills and qualifications are vital for delivering high-quality, consistent education to students in unique and dynamic environments.

What is the difference between Dodea Education vs DODEA Teacher?

AspectDodea EducationDODEA Teacher
CredentialsRequires teaching certification, bachelor's degree, and background checksRequires teaching certification, bachelor's degree, and background checks
Work EnvironmentMilitary bases and Department of Defense schools worldwideClassroom settings within DODEA schools on military installations
Employer & IndustryU.S. Department of Defense Education Activity (DODEA)U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity (DODEA)

Both Dodea Education and DODEA Teacher roles involve working within the Department of Defense schools, requiring similar certifications and working in military-related environments. The main difference is that Dodea Education refers broadly to the organization and its educational programs, while DODEA Teacher specifically describes the teaching staff employed by the organization.

How hard is it to get a DODEA Education teaching job?

Securing a DODEA Education teaching job typically requires meeting specific qualifications such as a valid teaching certification, relevant experience, and sometimes a background check. The application process can be competitive, and candidates often need to demonstrate strong teaching skills and familiarity with military-connected student populations.

What cities in Virginia are hiring for Dodea Education jobs?

Cities in Virginia with the most Dodea Education job openings:

Infographic showing various Dodea Education job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Remote job distribution.

IT SPECIALIST (DATA MANAGEMENT)

Department of War Education Activity

Alexandria, VA • On-site, Remote

$121K - $158K/yr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

Summary
About the Position:
The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is transitioning to the Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA)
This position is located at HQ, Financial & Business OPS Dir, Data and AI Division in Alexandria, Virginia.
The position may be eligible for situational telework as determined by the agency policy.
This is a Direct Hire Solicitation for a Cyber Workforce Position. Your resume will not be reviewed for qualifications until a selection is made.
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Duties
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  • Utilizing continuous improvement, educational research, and data science disciplines constructs analytical strategies for evaluating current performance within DoDEA and identifying opportunities for improvement.
  • Implements interactive data-driven reports that support accountability procedures and instruments using business intelligence tools and a wide variety of transactional and reporting-focused data systems.
  • Project manages development of data reports, integration between data systems, development of new data systems for data storage, and programmatic leadership for topic-based components of the DoDEA data warehouse and reporting pipeline.
  • Working with internal educational stake holders, develop strategic approaches to utilize data to improve educational outcomes.
  • Create data driven tools to support communication of performance data to the public.

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Conditions of employment
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Requirement.
  • Proof of U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Direct deposit of pay is required.
  • One year trial or probationary period may be required.
  • Appointment subject to a suitability/fitness determination, as determined by a background investigation.
  • This position requires a Tier 1 (T1) investigation favorably adjudicated.
  • This position requires Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II (Intermediate) Certification to be obtained and maintained within 6 months of selection.
  • Must achieve and maintain full qualification for the assigned Cyberspace Work Role 421, 422 and 651.

Qualifications
Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
GS-13 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Developing evidence-based, interactive reports using data transformation, statistical analysis, and business intelligence tools; and 2) Managing projects to develop or integrate data systems, data warehouse components, or reporting pipelines; and 3) Developing policies, guidelines, or operational procedures governing the collection, validation, display, and reporting of enterprise data; and 4) Advising educators, program managers, or leaders on the use of performance data to inform decisions.
This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12).
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience aloneno substitution of education for experience is permitted at the GS-13 grade level.
The specialized experience must include, or be supplemented by, information technology related experience (paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training, as appropriate) which demonstrates each of the four competencies, as defined:
(1) Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: completing thorough and accurate work independently, even in the most difficult or stressful situations; occasionally reviewing work completed by others.
(2) Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: resolving routine and non-routine problems, questions, or complaints; developing and maintaining strong, mutually supportive working relationships with customers; conducting evaluation of support to determine quality of services and customer satisfaction, and recommending procedural changes based on customer need or changes in policy and/or regulation.
(3) Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: convincingly conveying complex information to customers; presenting thoughts that are well-organized and demonstrating confidence in the facts and ideas; adjusting style when working with individuals with different levels of understanding; using various methods to explain and convey information.
(4) Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: solving complex or sensitive problems by developing and proposing strategic alternatives; identifying possible conflicts and shared benefits; helping team anticipate problems and identifying and evaluating potential sources of information; providing feedback and coaching to others to help solve problems; engaging appropriate stakeholders when developing solutions in order to understand and incorporate multiple perspectives and needs; evaluating the effectiveness of decisions and adjusting future decisions as appropriate.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
Education
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
Additional information
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of War referral system for displaced employees.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Be advised that effective Jan. 1 2018, under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, most civilian employee relocation allowances became taxable. The Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA) reimburses eligible employees for the additional Federal, State, and local income taxes incurred as a result of receiving taxable travel income. RITA does not apply to new government employees or employees returning from an overseas assignment for the purpose of separation from Government service. For more information, visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction.html.
  • Recruitment and/or relocation incentives may be authorized.
  • Applicants with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should notify David Walton at ra@dodea.edu
  • This position is not covered by a bargaining unit.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This position requires a 1-year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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