Academy for Rising Educators (ARE) Program Admissions Application - Cohort 8 (2027-28)

Seattle Public Schools•John Stanford Center for Educational Excellence, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Academy for Rising Educators (ARE) program, a tuition-free pathway to teaching certification offered by Seattle Public Schools in partnership with the City of Seattle. This program is specifically designed for aspiring educators of color and supports individuals at various educational levels, including high school graduates and those with college degrees. ARE offers multiple pathways to certification, including a 4-year program for high school graduates leading to a BA and teaching certificate, a 2-year program for those with an AA degree, and a 1-2 year program for individuals with a BA seeking certification through CityU, UW, or the Seattle Teacher Residency. The program provides personalized support and emphasizes equity, anti-racism, and increasing educator diversity.

Requirements

Knowledge of subject areas appropriate to assignment; effective behavior management techniques; effective instructional techniques; rules and procedures for student safety.
Proficiency in reading, writing, and oral communications; effective communication with parents or guardians in a diverse community; designing and implementing lesson plans for students having a wide range of achievement.
Ability to deal with students in a positive and confident manner; be fair and consistent when working with a culturally, racially, and economically diverse student population; adapt to change and remain flexible; organize activities; manage student behavior; use good judgment to maintain a safe learning environment; provide instruction and demonstrate techniques; use necessary equipment, computers, machinery, tools, or software; direct assistants; in some positions, administer first aid and CPR; establish and maintain effective, positive working relationships with students, parents or guardians, staff and administrators.
One full-time year of experience working directly with children.
Pathway 1 – High School Graduate or Fewer than 75 College Credits: Possession of a high school diploma or GED. Fewer than 75 earned college credits.
Pathway 2 – Associate degree: Possession of an Associate of Arts (AA) degree or equivalent. Eligible for transfer into a bachelor's degree program.
Pathway 3 – Bachelor’s Degree: Possession of a bachelor’s degree in any field. Eligible for admission into an alternative route teacher certification program or teacher residency (e.g., City University of Seattle, University of Washington, or Seattle Teacher Residency).

Nice To Haves

Experience working or volunteering with children, youth, or in educational settings.
Strong connection to and investment in the Seattle community.
Demonstrated commitment to anti-racism, equity, and culturally responsive education.
Interest in pursuing a long-term career in teaching with Seattle Public Schools.

Responsibilities

Fosters an educational environment conducive to the learning and maturation process of assigned students; plans an instructional program designed to meet individual student needs and whole groups which may include at risk or special needs youth; prepares lesson plans.
Uses necessary and appropriate instructional methods and materials, which are suited to the well-being of the students and to the nature of the learning activities, program and/or curriculum involved; implements established program or curriculum objectives; attends in-service training and continues to improve professional growth through study and experimentation to remain current in methods and techniques for instruction.
Establishes and implements, in a positive and supportive manner, classroom policies and procedures governing student behavior and conduct; provides guidance, counseling, and discipline to encourage students to meet standards of achievement and conduct; makes referrals for assistance where appropriate.
Confers with students, parents or guardians, and other staff, maintaining an open positive relationship as appropriate to provide guidance and evaluation, and to encourage student achievement.
Establishes classroom goals and objectives, in conformation with courses of study specified by State and School District statutes, regulations and guidelines; evaluates and records student progress; prepares reports for parents or guardians.
Collects and interprets a variety of data; provides reports for administrative purposes.
Directs the activities of assigned non-certificated personnel.
Attends or participates in all required staff meetings and other activities deemed necessary by the District and/or building principal, in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional achievement.
Serves on staff committees as required.
Participates in a variety of activities to enhance personal and professional skills.
Performs related tasks consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position.