Director of Teaching and Learning at Maya Angelou Schools

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

Under the direction of the Chief of Schools, the Director of Teaching and Learning will be responsible for aligning the Maya Angelou School network’s curriculum with Common Core academic standards, facilitating the curriculum review process, leading the Maya Angelou School network’s staff development program, and administering the Maya Angelou School network’s response to academic achievement and interventions. The Director of Teaching and Learning will provide leadership and guidance to the Maya Angelou School network by ensuring measurable academic improvement providing professional development and leadership for teachers and teacher leaders. The Director of Teaching and Learning provides overall leadership and oversight of the implementation of our comprehensive 7-12 and adult education instructional programs. The individual in this role will most notably support improved student learning. This individual should be able to collaborate with others to ensure that the instructional model and academic processes are integrated and aligned, exhibit sound management, maintain student engagement, maximize opportunities for increased student achievement, provide benefits for all students and instructional staff members, and contribute to the overall mission and goals for Maya Angelou Public Schools.

Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

Professional Development

• Plan and direct the Maya Angelou Schools network licensing and certification professional development program
• Direct and manage a Development Committee to inform the selection of appropriate professional training programs and materials for instructional staff
• Research, select, and facilitate appropriate professional training for all sites, departments, and/or grade levels to implement curriculum content and pedagogical practices successfully
• Research, select, and facilitate appropriate professional training for all sites, departments, and/or grade levels on topics deemed to improve the quality of teaching and learning in the Maya Angelou Schools network
• Coordinate training for the whole of Maya Angelou Schools network staff to strengthen school improvement efforts and processes as they relate to professional development

Curriculum Development

• Oversee and implement instructional programs and related services for grades 7-12 and identified Adult Education programming
• Meet identified objectives in the strategic plan by developing, implementing, evaluating, and maintaining services in compliance with established guidelines
• Plan and direct Maya Angelou Schools network high-quality and effective teaching strategies in alignment with Common Core and state standards
• Schedule, organize, audit, and facilitate curriculum development and overview process, including establishing overview teams and the research/selection of instructional materials
• Plan and direct the acquisition of instructional resources to support the development and enhancement of the Maya Angelou Schools network curriculum, which includes designating resources to support necessary curriculum writing by licensed teachers
• Review and approve the work of curriculum overview teams to ensure high-quality curriculum and alignment with Maya Angelou Schools network expectations and State standards
• Support instructional staff during the implementation of new curriculum material

Instructional Quality and Delivery

• Review and implement best practices for institutional evaluation processes and procedures, with the support of Human Resources and the Chief of Schools
• Oversee and launch the instructional evaluation cycle and serve as a consulting support to principals and school leaders during the process
• Conduct instructional staff evaluation/observations as directed by the Chief of Schools
• Remains current with research and best practices curriculum, staff development, and evaluation through professional readings, training, workshop attendance, etc.
• Partner with the Chief of Schools to coordinate and lead all school improvement efforts
• Coordinate the Teacher Leadership Program
• Plan and deliver PreK-12 professional development activities
• Participate in multi-tiered system of support (MTSS/SST) related training/professional development

Teacher Support

• Coordinate the Maya Angelou School Network's response to academic intervention.
• Establishes and implements Research Triangle Institute (RTI) practices across the Maya Angelou Schools network
• Develop programming and serve as the Maya Angelou Schools network's beginning teachers and mentor contact
• Provide training to all new teachers in the Maya Angelou Schools network through years 1, 2, and 3 of their tenure
• Develop framework, facilitate, and support the continuous improvement of Professional Learning Communities
• Support Professional Learning Communities by developing materials to identify essential learnings and create formative assessments to determine student progress toward established benchmarks
• Supports Professional Learning Communities by providing appropriate professional development and through supervision of the Maya Angelou Schools network response to Intervention implementation

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education and leadership or related field (required)
• Five (5) years of experience teaching
• Five (5) years of experience in management, coaching, and staff development roles, with a focus on teachers and school leadership
• Experience working with opportunity youth
• Familiarity with research-based instructional strategies
• Understanding of best practices in curriculum and instruction
• Working knowledge of Common Core standards and associated assessments and interventions

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.