Instructional Specialist at Maya Angelou Academy (DoC) SY 25-26

Society for Conservation Biology; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Maya Angelou Schools seeks an Instructional Specialist to support justice-involved youth through tailored educational plans and culturally responsive teaching practices. The role emphasizes collaboration and trust-building within the academy, ensuring a nurturing learning environment while adhering to Common Core standards. Competitive salaries and a robust benefits plan are offered.

Benefits

Health care coverage

401k retirement savings plan

Employer-paid disability options

Commuter benefits

Dependent care accounts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field required.
• Eligible for OSSE certification within 1 year of employment.
• Experience with opportunity or justice-involved youth preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing aligned curriculum and assessments.
• Adapting teaching methods based on individual learning styles.
• Creating an engaging classroom environment with diverse resources.

Skills

Culturally responsive teaching

Curriculum development

Individualized education support

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Job description

Employer Maya Angelou Schools and See Forever Foundation Location Washington, District of Columbia, US Salary Competitive Closing date Jun 24, 2025

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:
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 are interested in learning more about Maya Angelou Schools and See Forever Foundation, please visit our website at www.seeforever.org.

Site Description

The Maya Angelou Academy at the DC Department of Corrections is an alternative school serving incarcerated men and women ages 18-22 with individualized education plans. Located within the Central Treatment Facility, the school also supports students housed in the Central Detention Facility. Designed to meet the unique needs of justice-involved students requiring special education, the academy provides educational opportunities regardless of their academic history or current standing.

Position Overview

The Instructional Specialist has a critical role in the school by supporting each scholar in achieving their education goals through active support in the classrooms, both academically and behaviorally, in study halls, and in one-on-one tutoring assistance.
Requirements:
Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Designing and implementing curriculum including unit plans and assessments that are aligned both with Common Core standards and with the school-wide curricular framework at Maya Angelou Academy at DOC
• Developing and implementing age-appropriate, culturally responsive teaching practices
• Successfully using a backward design model in creating a curriculum with clear objectives and goals directly related to end-of-year benchmarks
• Assessing individual learning styles and adapting teaching methods to fit
• Creating a classroom and school environment that features a rich diversity of resources engages student interest, promotes student leadership, and stimulates student learning
• Managing administrative assignments effectively and with a high level of professionalism and integrity
• Participating in interdisciplinary team meetings for all students
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or subject field (required)
• Must have or be eligible for certification by OSSE in the appropriate content area (must obtain within 1 year of employment)
• Experience working with opportunity or justice-involved youth (preferred)
• Familiarity with research-based instructional strategies

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.

Salary and Benefits

Maya Angelou Schools and See Forever Foundation salaries are comparable to those of other public charter schools in the District of Columbia area. In addition, we offer a robust benefits plan, including 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, along with 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.

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