Science Teacher at Maya Angelou Academy
1 week ago
The Organization
Maya empowers opportunity and justice-involved youth to transform the trajectory of their lives. We do this by engaging each of our scholars in a restorative, relevant school experience that prioritizes personalized academic support, well-being, and preparation for the post-Maya pathway of their choice. With an education in our network of schools, our scholars will do more than succeed – they will thrive
If you would like to learn more about Maya Angelou Schools and See Forever Foundation, please visit Seeforever.org.
The Touchstone
At the Maya Angelou Schools, the key to our success is rooted in building trusting, respectful, and nurturing relationships with each other. We strive to create safe spaces for all to be able to reach their limitless potential. We are at our best when we work together to ensure the unique needs of our community are met. We empower each other to grow successfully so we can see forever This is how we live the Maya Way, even when no one is watching.
Position Overview
This position must be willing to teach a range of science subject areas, including Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, and Earth Science. With the support of a special education teacher, this position will also support students with special learning or emotional needs to ensure that they receive the level of instruction that they need to enable them to succeed. The worksite and tour of duty for this position are located in a juvenile detention center.
Requirements:Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- Teach content and skills in the subject area utilizing curriculum and other appropriate learning activities
- Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment
- Communicate with administration and colleagues about classroom challenges
- Supervise students at all times during classes
- Participate in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities
- Administer testing in accordance with division testing practices
- Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in education or subject field (required)
- Must have or be eligible for certification by DC OSSE in the appropriate content area (required within one (1) year of employment)
- Experience working with incarcerated or opportunity youth (preferred)
- Familiarity with research-based instructional strategies
Site Description
The Youth Services Center (YSC) is the District of Columbia’s detention center for male and female youth, responsible for the care and custody of young people placed in secure detention by court order from the DC Superior Court Family Court Division.
Our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, and mutually respectful environment that motivates and prepares each student to fulfill his academic or career potential. With the support of a wide circle of caring adults, students will develop the skills they need to make sound decisions and lead rewarding lives.
Salary and Benefits
Our salaries are comparable to those of other public schools in the District of Columbia area. In addition, See Forever offers a robust benefits plan, including health care coverage, HSA/FSA and dependent care accounts, voluntary dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability options, commuter benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, student loan refinancing options, and the opportunity to positively impact students with a broad range of experiences and backgrounds.
See Forever is an equal opportunity employer. We believe a diverse staff is a better, more effective staff.
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