Student Support Specialist at Maya Angelou Academy (YSC) SY 26 - 27

Maya Angelou Schools See Forever Foundation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

401(k) retirement savings plan

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Maya Angelou Schools See Forever Foundation is looking for a Student Support Specialist to assist scholars in achieving their educational goals. This role involves providing academic support in classrooms and facilitating individualized tutoring sessions.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree and preferably have experience working with youth involved in justice systems. Competitive salaries and a robust benefits plan are offered for this impactful position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Experience working with opportunity‑ or justice‑involved youth is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support as a classroom assistant.
• Assess individual learning styles and adapt teaching methods.
• Support the Instructional Team as a substitute teacher.

Skills

Experience working with opportunity- or justice-involved youth

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Student Support Specialist at Maya Angelou Academy (YSC) SY 26 - 27

Maya Angelou Schools See Forever Foundation, Washington, District of Columbia, United States.

About this position

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!

Site Description

The Youth Services Center (YSC) is the District of Columbia’s detention center for male and female youth, responsible for the care and custody of young people placed in secure detention by court order from the DC Superior Court Family Court Division.

Position Overview

The Student Support 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, on units, and/or in one‑on‑one tutoring sessions. The Student Support Specialist team will also be the primary on‑site substitute teachers as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support as a classroom assistant during assigned times in the classroom and study hall
• Work with scholars assigned to computer‑based classes based on individual student schedule needs
• Assess individual learning styles and adapt teaching methods to fit
• Support the Instructional Team as a substitute teacher where coverage is needed
• Manage administrative assignments effectively and with a high level of professionalism and integrity
• Participate in internal interdisciplinary team meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (required)
• Experience working with opportunity‑ or justice‑involved youth (preferred)

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 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 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution offered after one 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.

Pay Range

55,000 - 65,000 USD per year (MAA@ Youth Service Center)