History Teacher at Maya Angelou Academy (YSC) SY 25-26 at See Forever Foundation

Washington, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Curriculum Design, Culturally Responsive Teaching, Technology Integration, Backward Design, Assessment Adaptation, Classroom Management, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Special Education Support, Instructional Strategies, Diversity Engagement, Student Leadership, Professionalism, Integrity, Emotional Support, Learning Styles Assessment, Social Studies Content

Industry

education

Description

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. Position Overview The History teacher must be willing to teach a range of history subject areas, including World History I, World History II, US History, US Government, DC History, Civics, and other social studies related content. 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. Responsibilities Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Designing and implementing curriculum including unit plans and assessments that are aligned both with Common Core standards and with the school-wide curricular framework at Maya Angelou Academy at YSC Developing and implementing age-appropriate, culturally responsive teaching practices Working with technology and computer-based programs to support scholars’ individual learning plans Successfully using a backward design model in creating a curriculum with clear objectives and goals directly related to end-of-year benchmarks Assessing individual learning styles and adapting teaching methods to fit Creating a classroom and school environment that features a rich diversity of resources engages student interest, promotes student leadership, and stimulates student learning Managing administrative assignments effectively and with a high level of professionalism and integrity Participating in interdisciplinary team meetings for all students Other duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in education or subject field (required) Must have or be eligible for certification by OSSE in the appropriate content area (must obtain within 1 year of employment) Experience working with opportunity or justice-involved youth (preferred) Familiarity with research-based instructional strategies 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. Salary and Benefits Maya Angelou Schools and See Forever Foundation salaries are comparable to those of other public charter schools in the District of Columbia area. Compensation for instructional roles follows our established pay bands, which can be accessed from our career page. In addition, we offer a robust benefits plan, including health care coverage, HSA/FSA and dependent care accounts, voluntary dental and vision, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability options, commuter benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan with employer contribution offered after 1 year of service, along with 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.

Responsibilities

The History teacher will design and implement a curriculum aligned with Common Core standards and support students with special learning needs. Responsibilities also include creating an engaging classroom environment and participating in team meetings.