Description

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

The Academic Support Specialist has a critical role in the school by supporting each scholar in achieving his education goals through active support in the classrooms, in study halls, and in one-on-one tutoring assistance. The Academic Support Specialist will be the primary onsite substitute teacher.

Requirements

Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Provide academic support as a classroom assistant during assigned times in the classroom and study hall
• Work with scholars assigned to credit recovery classes based on individual scholar schedule needs
• Work with post-secondary/college prep scholars during their individual schedule time on credit recovery courses, SAT prep, and other pull-out classes as needed
• Support the Instructional Team as a substitute teacher where coverage is needed
• Attend all Instructional Team meetings
• Maintain Academic Data board with updated data each unit
• Participate in a wide range of school activities, including off-site retreats, family days, and school celebrations.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Experience with working with opportunity youth in an educational environment
• Ability to motivate others and work as part of a team
• Ability to think critically and analytically
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills

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.