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

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

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
• 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

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.