Maya Angelou Schools/See Forever Foundation Hiring for Teaching Assistant at Maya Angelou PCS SY – at Washington, DC Full Time

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.

Position Overview

The Teaching Assistant has a critical role in the school by supporting each scholar in achieving his education goals through active support in the classrooms, both academically and behaviorally, in study halls, and in one-on-one tutoring assistance. The Teaching Assistant will be the primary onsite substitute teacher.

Requirements

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support as a teacher assistant during assigned times in the general education or special education classroom
• Work with scholars assigned to computer-based classes based on individual student schedule needs
• Provide instructional and behavioral support to scholars
• Provide classroom administrative support
• Attend all Instructional and Special Education Team meetings
• Model and contribute to a school culture of hope and high expectations for achievement
• Support special education teachers with meeting the needs of all scholars.
• Lead small group instruction
• Participate in a wide range of school activities, including off-site retreats, family days, and school celebrations.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred)
• Experience with working with at-risk youth in an educational environment
• Ability to motivate others and work as part of a team
• Ability to think critically and analytically
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
• Strong appreciation and understanding of individual cultural history and differences
• Hold a firm belief that all students have strengths and talents and that a good teacher helps students find these and use them to address weaknesses and overcome fears
• A commitment to youth advocacy

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.