Job Description

THE ORGANIZATION

Since it began operating in 1997, the See Forever Foundation's mission has been to create learning communities in lower income urban areas where all students, particularly those who have not succeeded in traditional schools, can succeed academically and socially. The Foundation operates the Maya Angelou Public Charter Schools in DC, as well as the Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings’ secure facility for committed youth in Laurel, MD. Our students develop the academic, social, and employment skills they need to build rewarding lives and promote positive change.

If you are interested in learning more about See Forever, please visit our website at www.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.

CORE BELIEFS AND DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS

Candidates should possess an unyielding belief that with the appropriate supports, coupled with high expectations, all students can significantly improve their academic skills, and can develop pro-social and culturally normative behaviors that will enable them to succeed at school and beyond. Candidates should also believe that all students have strengths and talents and that good teachers help students find them and use them to address weaknesses or overcome fears. In addition, candidates should exhibit the following characteristics:

• Honesty & Integrity: Does not cut corners ethically. Earns trust and maintains confidence. Does what is right, not just what is politically expedient. Speaks plainly and truthfully. 
• Analytical skills: able to structure and process qualitative or quantitative data and draw insightful conclusions from it; exhibits a probing mind and achieves penetrating insights 
• Persistence: Demonstrates tenacity and willingness to go the distance to get something done.
• Strategic thinking/visioning: Able to see and communicate the big picture in an inspiring way; determines opportunities and threats through comprehensive analysis of current and future trends
• Flexibility/adaptability: Adjusts quickly to changing priorities and conditions; copes effectively with complexity and change
• Enthusiasm: Exhibits passion and excitement over work. Has can do attitude.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Young Adult Learning Center (YALC) is seeking a Core Academic Instructor for the 2019-2020 school year.  The YALC provides academic and workforce development to young adults between the ages of 17 and 24 who do not have a high school credential; there is a focus on those transitioning from incarceration. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Core Academic Instructor (English and Social Studies Focus) will be assigned to one or more of the following:
• Developing and instructing the YALC’s project-based Foundations Course, which will consist of extensive life, social and employability skills coupled with applied academics
• Developing curriculum and instructing students in English and Social Studies to ensure basic proficiency and to prepare them for promotion to the GED course
• Developing curriculum and instructing students in Language Arts, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies to ensure that students are prepared to take and pass the GED
• In addition, the Core Academic Instructor (English and Social Studies) will:
• Assess individual learning styles and adapt teaching methods to fit
• Create a classroom environment that features a rich diversity of resources, engages student interest, promotes student leadership and stimulates student learning
• Have thoughtful approaches to teaching concepts and sparking student interest while also imparting essential factual knowledge
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings for all students
• Model and contribute to a school culture of hope and high expectations for achievement
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ideal candidates for the position will have:
• A Bachelor’s degree in education or a relevant field
• Two years teaching experience in alternative education settings
• Eligibility for certification
• Experience in developing curriculum
• Experience working with at-risk youth and/or young adults
• Familiarity with research-based instructional strategies
• Capable of delivering instruction online preferably via Google Classroom.

Additionally, ideal candidates must embrace a school culture that requires all staff to work beyond the traditional school hours in order to create an environment filled with hope and high expectations, where students will radically improve their academic, employment, and social skills.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Our salaries are comparable to those of other schools in the District of Columbia area. In addition, See Forever offers a robust benefits plan, including health care coverage, FSA/HSA accounts, dental and vision plans, 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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