Instructional Support Specialist at Young Adult Learning Center (YALC) na Maya Angelou Schools and See Forever Foundation

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 want to learn more about See Forever, please visit our website at www.seeforever.org .
 

The Touchstone

At the Maya Angelou Public Charter 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 Instructional Support Specialist (ISS) at the Young Adult Learning Center will work collaboratively and jointly with all GED classroom teachers, special education teachers, and the Dean of Academics. The Instructional Support Specialist (ISS) will work to support students and the overall learning experience. They help provide the necessary academic enrichment and supplemental assistance to help students thrive and prosper. 

Requirements

Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Assists the teacher by monitoring and supporting instructional and/or other classroom-based activities for students as prompted by an in-person or virtual teacher
• Provides tutoring and supplemental services for all GED subjects
• Serves as a substitute teacher for up to an entire day of instruction or, at minimum, an entire class period
• Assist classrooms by maintaining order and discipline (enforcing the classroom rules and consequences along with upholding school policies and procedures)
• Monitors students in academic and non-academic classrooms and settings
• Monitors students throughout the school day, including in the classroom, hallways, during lunch, and outside school events
• Assist in arrival and departure routines of students attending in-person instruction
• Takes attendance and search for students not in their assigned areas
• Provides crisis prevention and intervention where appropriate
• Maintains a controlled environment for students and staff in the school building and campus
• Participate in Intensive Behavior Intervention staff development in-service training
• Assist with the implementation of behavior management techniques (verbal) used with individuals with special needs.
• Assist students individually or in small groups according to the assessment of the classroom teacher(s)
• Participate in various meetings for the purpose of sharing information regarding student progress and opportunities
• Facilitate YALC boot camps and other academic activities interventions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education (preferred) or related field  
• Three (3) or more years of teaching or classroom-based teaching experience
• Experience with working with adult learners ages 18 years and older (preferred)
• Extensive knowledge about the official GED exam (preferred)
• Experience in school-based behavior management and/or crisis intervention
• Keen understanding of academic interventions and differentiated learning

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 and more effective staff.

Salary Range

$65,000.00 - $70,000.00