English Teacher at Maya Angelou Academy SY 24-25

3 weeks ago

Laurel, United States Maya Angelou Schools and See Forever Foundation Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

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

All teachers will be expected to support the school-wide goals of emphasizing literacy, helping students develop their critical thinking abilities, driving all students toward mastery and understanding, and helping students find their strengths and talents and use them to address weaknesses and overcome fears. 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. We have small teacher-student ratios, allowing for individualized attention in inclusive co-taught classrooms. The English Teacher must be willing to teach a range of English subject areas, including English I, English II, English III, English IV, and/or Reading and Language Arts.

Requirements:

Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

  • Developing and implementing unit plans and assessment that are aligned both with Common Core standards and with the school-wide curricular framework at the Maya Angelou Academy
  • Developing and implementing age-appropriate, culturally responsive teaching practices related to the English courses
  • Working with technology and computer-based programs to support scholars’ individual learning plans
  • Developing differentiated learning plans, materials, and handouts for diverse learners in a small classroom setting
  • Participating in interdisciplinary team meetings for all students

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in education or subject field (required)
  • Must have or be eligible for certification by OSSE in the appropriate content area (Within one (1) year of employment)
  • Experience working with incarcerated or opportunity youth (preferred)
  • Familiarity with research-based instructional strategies

Site Description

The Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings is a long-term juvenile facility in Laurel, MD. It serves youth ages 13-21 and is located inside New Beginnings Youth Development Center. Our students develop the academic, social, and employment skills they need to build rewarding lives and promote positive change.


Our mission at the Maya Angelou Academy is to provide a safe, nurturing, and mutually respectful environment that motivates and prepares each student to fulfill their 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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