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2023 Foreign Language Teacher (Co-Curricular)

Employer
Achievement Prep
Location
Washington, DC
Closing date
May 17, 2022

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FOREIGN LANGUAGE CO-CURRICULAR TEACHERWho We AreAchievement Prep is an award-winning college-preparatory public charter school network committed to historically underserved communities of Southeast Washington, DC. Opening in 2013, our elementary school, serves scholars in K - 4th grade. It also includes an early childhood partnership with AppleTree Institute, which serves Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4 scholars. Our mission is to prepare students to excel as high-achieving scholars and leaders in high school, college and beyond.What You Will DoAchievement Prep Co-Curricular Teachers seek to create well-rounded scholars by teaching a foreign language to scholars daily. Co-Curricular Teachers are a part of a determined team of educators who push one another to create and sustain an outstanding environment for teaching and learning characterized by joyful rigor. As the content expert for scholars, the Co-Curricular Teacher is driven by the belief that the quality of instruction has the most immediate impact on Achievement Prep's ability to achieve our mission.Reporting To The Principal, You WillScholar AchievementTeach a co-curricular subject to scholars dailyImplement a coherent, research-based curriculumSupplement curricular materials to enhance scholar learning experienceDifferentiate instruction to meet the needs of Star Scholars (scholars who have IEPs)Design, refine, and implement ongoing assessment, data collection and data analysis to ensure mastery of standards across the content areaUtilize a variety of assessment data to adjust short-and long-term plans, refine curriculum, and diversify instructional practice to meet scholars' learning needsWork with leadership to set data-driven academic goals and outcomes for self and scholars, monitor progress, and adjust as necessary towards the sameExhibit an unwavering commitment to high academic achievement and character development in our scholarsEmbody our core values of Determination, Respect, Enthusiasm, Accountability, and MasteryCreate, monitor, and sustain a disciplined classroom culture of high academic and behavioral standardsAdhere to classroom and school-wide behavior management systems with fidelity to reinforce rules, incentivize positive behavior, and dis-incentivize negative behaviorHold yourself and peers accountable to create and sustain an outstanding environment for teaching and learningFamily EngagementEstablish and maintain relationships with scholars and families based on trust and respectCommunicate effectively, proactively, and often with families to communicate scholar progress, triumphs, and challengesCall and/or meet immediately with parents/guardians when scholar grades decline significantly or when a scholar is failingAttend and support monthly Family Nights/events that invite families into the buildingContinuous DevelopmentWork with colleagues on a daily basis to improve scholar achievementImprove professional practice through regular formal and informal observations, weekly coaching sessions, weekly professional development and data-driven reflectionParticipate actively in weekly professional development sessions, grade-level meetings, content team meetings and other opportunities to analyze scholar work, data, and goals.Receive continuous feedback from peers and school leaders on your practice and be expected to give the sameGeneral School SupportFully integrate into the school communitySupport other teachers with the management of advisories (homerooms) Assume additional school-wide responsibilities, such as lunch/recess duty, hallway posts, events committees, etc.Manage time, tasks, deadlines and responsibilities in a fast-paced environmentBe on campus from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and until 5:00 PM on WednesdayBe willing to take on additional responsibilities as necessary to fulfill Achievement Prep's mission for our scholarsYou Must HaveAppropriate credentialsBachelor's degree in subject area being taught or in elementary education ORBachelor's degree in any field with teaching license or passing Praxis scores in the area you want to teach1+ years of experience as a teacher of record in aK - 5 setting1+ years of experience working with children in historically underserved communitiesIt Would Be Nice for You to HaveA Master's degree in educationTeacher leadership experience (grade level lead, department chair, mentor teacher, etc.)Who You AreYou know and understand the power of education and have seen, first hand, that power manifested either in your life or in the lives of others. You are committed to serving historically underserved communities knowing that your work is part of a larger ecosystem committed to change. You believe in a quality public education for all and are determined to serve every child that comes your way. You are unapologetically mission driven and will do whatever it takes to advance the work and ensure scholar achievement. You are excited about not just the work, but doing the work at Achievement Prep. You are familiar with our community and are not afraid of or by all the beauty and challenges that come with living in impoverished communities. You value and respect everyone and demonstrate that respect in words and actions.You are a results-driven educator who holds scholars to consistently high academic and behavior expectations because you know they can rise to the challenge and grow up to change the world. You pride yourself in being an expert in your content. You do whatever is needed to ensure that you are fully abreast of the latest pedagogy and instructional techniques needed to increase scholar achievement. You approach your practice with a sense of urgency to maximize instructional time because every minute counts for our scholars and receipt of a quality education is paramount to their options, opportunities, and ability to push beyond systemic oppression to live a fulfilling life. You respect timelines and know that meeting the same are not optional or to be taken for granted. You are open to feedback, eager to grow, and bring your best to everything you do. You know the work isn't easy and don't expect for it to be. The grind of our mission ignites you. You are not only capable of performing but thrive in circumstances involving ambiguity and nuance. You look for or create the joy in your day-to-day and want to work with others who do, too.What We Value100% Scholars: You prioritize what's best for scholars first.Results Without Excuses: You set, track and achieve ambitious goals; and you own the mistakes.Sweat the Small Stuff: You pay attention to the smallest details to ensure smooth, predictable, and effective outcomes.Community Matters - Mightily: You show care and respect for others - even when the work is taxing.Unapologetically Mission-Driven: You have a "whatever it takes"A' mentality in achieving the mission. Many Minds, One Mission: You value and partner with parents and the community for the good of scholars.Why Platinum Teachers?Our teachers are worth more than gold, they're platinum!Development: Teachers receive ongoing (weekly or bi-weekly) development from school leaders:Formal and informal observations and feedback1:1 meetings to discuss teaching practice, scholar data, curriculum, and goalsContent team meetingsWednesday afternoon professional development tailored to teacher needsCompensation & Benefits: Achievement Prep offers highly competitive compensation and benefits.Medical, vision, dental benefitsFlexible spending accounts for transit, dependent care, and medical expenses401k with automatic immediate employer matching up to 4%It Pays to Stay: Upon completion of 2 full school years of service, employees become eligible for annual loyalty incentivesGifts and Achievement Prep swagBonusesAchievement Prep encourages individuals of all identities and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer fully committed to hiring a talented and diverse group of individuals. Achievement Prep does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law.

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