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 See Forever, please visit our website at www.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 principal, the Building Substitute Teacher will be responsible for collaborating with the classroom teacher to ensure that every student receives strong academic experience in the absence of the Lead Teacher. Building Substitute Teachers will also consistently uphold strong student culture in their classrooms to ensure students feel clear about expectations, and students are positively encouraged to make strong academic and character choices so that they ultimately demonstrate mastery of the lesson’s objective.

Responsibilities

• Execute academically rigorous lessons, following rubrics and administering assessments
• Implement classroom management practices that are consistent with the culture of the school
• Develop an awareness of individual student’s progress and learning needs; relentless focus on helping students achieve educational greatness
• Help shape and develop a school-wide atmosphere that best suits the needs of our students, teachers, and families
• Communicate students’ progress toward realizing academic and character development goals with teachers

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (Required)
• Bachelor’s degree (Preferred)
• Substitute teaching experience, at least one year (Required)
• Experience working with or justice-involved and opportunity youth

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.