Building Substitute Teacher at Maya Angelou Academy SY 24-25

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

Under the direction of the school Assistant Principal, the Building Substitute teacher will provide classroom coverage for core content (English, Math, Science, Social Studies/History) classroom teachers absent for an extended period of time. This individual will be responsible for teaching assigned content and creating a classroom environment that features a rich diversity of resources, engages student interest, promotes student leadership, and stimulates student learning.

Responsibilities:

Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Teaches content and skills in assigned subject areas utilizing school/site-designed curriculum
• Creates and implements lesson plans with the support of the Assistant Principal
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related subject field (required)
• Must have or be eligible for certification by OSSE in the appropriate content area (Within one (1) year of employment)
• Experience working with incarcerated or opportunity youth (preferred)
• Familiarity with research-based instructional strategies

Site Description

The Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings is a long-term juvenile facility in Laurel, MD. It serves youth ages 13-21 and is located inside New Beginnings Youth Development Center. Our students develop the academic, social, and employment skills they need to build rewarding lives and promote positive change.

Our mission at the Maya Angelou Academy is to provide a safe, nurturing, and mutually respectful environment that motivates and prepares each student to fulfill their academic or career potential. With the support of a wide circle of caring adults, students will develop the skills they need to make sound decisions and lead rewarding lives.

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.