Social Studies Teacher at Maya Angelou PCS

Maya Angelou Schools / See Forever Foundation • Washington, DC

9h • $65,000 - $103,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Maya Angelou Public Charter School (MAPCS) is seeking a Social Studies/History Teacher. Teachers often work in classrooms with special education teachers to serve special education students in an inclusive setting, collaborating with special education teachers. Some students may have identified special education needs, while others may require academic remediation and need creative and careful instruction to accelerate their learning. Teachers at MAPCS are expected to support school-wide goals of emphasizing literacy and numeracy, helping students develop critical thinking abilities, driving all students toward mastery and understanding, and helping students find their strengths and talents to use them to address weaknesses and overcome fears. There is an emphasis on collecting and utilizing a broad range of data to drive instruction, weaving social justice themes into instructional content and assessment, and collaborative team teaching to meet the needs of all students. Students are engaged in a blended learning program combining traditional and digital methods based on individual needs. MAPCS also embraces a competency-based instructional program where students develop key skills and competencies to prepare them for postsecondary and career success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education, history, sociology, criminal justice or related fields (required)
• Eligibility for certification in art or a related area within one (1) year of employment
• Teaching experience with youth at the secondary level
• Familiarity with research-based instructional methods and curriculum development
• Ability to work collaboratively to support student academic and personal development
• Knowledge of student-centered instruction, performance based assessments and youth development principles

Responsibilities

• Supports students learning and understanding of geographical, historical, cultural and political factors that influence the development of world regions
• Facilitate discussions about global, national and social issues
• Design in-person instruction that is enriched (developing higher-order thinking skills) and personalized (reflecting learning levels and interests of individual students)
• Design assessments that accurately assess student progress and/or incorporate digital assessments
• Identify and address individual students’ social, emotional, and behavioral learning needs and barriers
• Monitor and analyze student assessment data to inform personalized, enriched instruction by teacher, follow-up tutoring by tutor(s), and changes in digital instruction
• Communicate with students and keep them informed of their progress
• Maintain regular communication with families
• Participate in internal and external professional development opportunities
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level