Overview
In Washington, DC, Relay offers Master of Arts in Teaching programs with an option to pursue DC teacher certification.
Join our community of practitioners focused on achievement, and well-being of students and teachers.
Our Programs
Relay offers a variety of practice-based programs where aspiring and current teachers develop their skills to ensure that all students thrive.
Master of Arts in Teaching + Certification
- MAT degree
- Certification
- teaching residency
- spring, Summer, or fall term start options
Audience
Duration
(Approx. 2 years)
Credits
Degree Programs
32 credits
MAT in Early Education *
MAT in Elementary Education **
MAT in English Language Arts Education
MAT in Mathematics Education
MAT in Science Education
MAT in Social Studies Education **
39 credits
MAT in Special Education **
* Students enrolled in this program will do so through an online Colorado-based educator preparation program. After completing qualifying clinical experiences in DC and all program, testing, and licensure requirements, they will be eligible to apply for a DC teaching certificate as an out-of-state program completer.
** This program has been approved with stipulations. Relay is in the process of seeking full approval from the appropriate and respective regulatory bodies. At the time of publication, Relay has not received full approval for these program versions. Students may apply to these program prior to full approval.
CERTIFICATION ENDORSEMENT AREAS
Students in this program may elect to pursue their teacher certification in one of the following areas. Certification must correspond with the content of their degree program.
Early Childhood (General) *
Elementary Education (Grades 1 to 6)
Middle School English Language Arts (Grades 4 - 8)
Secondary English (Grades 7 - 12)
Middle School Mathematics (Grades 4 - 8)
Secondary Mathematics (Grades 7 - 12)
Middle School Science (Grades 4 - 8)
Secondary Biology (Grades 7 - 12)
Secondary Chemistry (Grades 7 - 12)
Secondary General Science (Grades 7 - 12)
Secondary Physics (Grades 7 - 12)
Middle School Social Studies (Grades 4-8)
Social Studies (Grades 7-12)
Special Education Non-Categorical (Generic)
Tuition & Fees
Relay programs operate on a fee-per-credit model. To learn more, see the Tuition and Financial Aid page.
Master of Arts in Teaching Only
- MAT degree
- teaching residency
- spring, summer, fall term start options
Audience
Duration
(Approx. 2 years)
Credits
Degree Programs
32 credits
MAT in Early Childhood Education **
MAT in Elementary Education *
MAT in English Language Arts Education
MAT in Mathematics Education
MAT in Science Education
MAT in Social Studies Education *
39 credits
MAT in Special Education *
* Students enrolled in this program will do so through an online Colorado-based educator preparation program. After completing qualifying clinical experiences in DC and all program, testing, and licensure requirements, they will be eligible to apply for a DC teaching certificate as an out-of-state program completer.
** This program has been approved with stipulations. Relay is in the process of seeking full approval from the appropriate and respective regulatory bodies. At the time of publication, Relay has not received full approval for these program versions. Students may apply to these program prior to full approval.
Tuition & Fees
Relay programs operate on a fee-per-credit model. To learn more, see the Tuition and Financial Aid page.
Advanced Certificate in Special Education
- Graduate Certificate
- Fall term start
Audience
Duration
(Approx. 1 year)
Credits
LICENSURE ENDORSEMENT AREA
Students in this program are not eligible to pursue licensure in D.C. This is a graduate certificate program only.
This program has been approved with stipulations. Relay is in the process of seeking full approval from the appropriate and respective regulatory bodies. At the time of publication, Relay has not received full approval for these program versions. Students may apply to these program prior to full approval
Tuition & Fees
Relay programs operate on a fee-per-credit model. To learn more, see the Tuition and Financial Aid page.
The Relay Washington DC Approach
Since Relay Washington DC opened its doors to both aspiring and experienced teachers in summer 2017, we have graduated over 450 teachers. We are proud of the work that our faculty have done with teachers to support their development both in and out of the classroom, as we have invested in the social-emotional health and wellbeing of our students. DC is a dynamic place to teach!
Faculty
Relay faculty are experienced classroom teachers who blend theory with real-world application and build supportive communities of adult learners. Here is one example of a faculty member who teaches our DC students:
Education exists to bring forth that which is within each of us, to help us grow into beings that have agency in our own lives, that have and make choices to further society and creatively contribute to the world.
- Ashonna Tubbs, Dean, Clinical Experience
Ashonna Tubbs is the Dean of Clinical Experience at Relay. She earned her MSEd in School Leadership from the University of Pennsylvania and is committed to expanding opportunities for students by supporting and equipping teachers to foster in all children the sense of agency, academic acumen, and self-awareness necessary to lead a choice-filled life.
School and District Partners
Here are some of the school system partners we work with in DC:
- District of Columbia Public Schools
- Learn D.C. Public Charter School
- EL Haynes Public Charter School
- AppleTree Early Learning Public Charter Schools
- Friendship Public Charter School
Contact Details
Prospective students and prospective district partners can contact our team anytime at support@relay.edu
For School or System Leaders
Relay can help you develop your aspiring and current teachers to gain the vital skills and credentials needed to transform student lives.
For Aspiring or Current Teachers
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