Maya Angelou Schools/See Forever Foundation
Dedicated Aide at Maya Angelou PCS SY 25-26
Maya Angelou Schools/See Forever Foundation, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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Dedicated Aide
at Maya Angelou PCS SY 25-26 role at
Maya Angelou Schools/See Forever Foundation .
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.
Position Overview Dedicated Aides are assigned to work with a specific scholar(s) with a disability. They work to provide classroom‑based support and intense case management to our students both in and outside of the general education setting. The support of the Dedicated Aide will allow scholars with disabilities to be educated alongside nondisabled scholars to the maximum extent appropriate. Dedicated Aides accompany the scholar to all classes during the school day, implement the scholar’s behavior plan, provide individualized attention and instruction during academic periods, and support them during other portions of the day, as determined by the Individualized Education Plan. Some of the more common reasons for this type of support include protection/safety of the scholar, instructional support, transition, and reduction of anxiety for the scholar. Dedicated Aides carry out their responsibilities under the direct supervision of the Special Education leadership team. Dedicated Aides will ideally work with scholars throughout the school year.
Responsibilities
Travel to work in a timely manner
Communicate appropriately with co‑workers and special needs students
Develop bonds with scholars and work with their parents
Create and maintain a climate of respect and fairness for all students
Use creativity to plan activities for students
Model appropriate spoken and written language skills
Coach assigned student in social problem solving, and appropriate behavior
Work with assigned student on academic tasks specified in the daily lesson plan
Collect observations and data on student learning and behavior
Keep scholar information confidential by treating it with the strictest confidence and refraining from discussing the student outside of the school environment
Implement supporting and consequences specified in the scholar’s Behavior Intervention Plan
Respond to scholar behavior using Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports
Support the youth’s safety and physical well‑being during the school day by ensuring that they are with the assigned youth during all hours specified on the IEP, including moving with the assigned youth to all locations, accompanying them within the school environment to ensure safety, and asking for help when a youth’s behavior threatens their own or other’s safety
Qualifications
High School Diploma (required)
Bachelor’s Degree or pursuit of a bachelor’s degree (preferred)
Tutoring experience
Basic reading and math proficiency
Basic people skills and ability to work with special needs students
Basic knowledge of special education students
A desire to develop a career within Maya Angelou Schools and the field of Education
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.
The Pay Range for This Role Is $40,000 - $50,000 USD per year (SFF/MAPCS/YALC HQ).
See Forever is an equal‑opportunity employer. We believe a diverse staff is a better, more effective staff.
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Dedicated Aide
at Maya Angelou PCS SY 25-26 role at
Maya Angelou Schools/See Forever Foundation .
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.
Position Overview Dedicated Aides are assigned to work with a specific scholar(s) with a disability. They work to provide classroom‑based support and intense case management to our students both in and outside of the general education setting. The support of the Dedicated Aide will allow scholars with disabilities to be educated alongside nondisabled scholars to the maximum extent appropriate. Dedicated Aides accompany the scholar to all classes during the school day, implement the scholar’s behavior plan, provide individualized attention and instruction during academic periods, and support them during other portions of the day, as determined by the Individualized Education Plan. Some of the more common reasons for this type of support include protection/safety of the scholar, instructional support, transition, and reduction of anxiety for the scholar. Dedicated Aides carry out their responsibilities under the direct supervision of the Special Education leadership team. Dedicated Aides will ideally work with scholars throughout the school year.
Responsibilities
Travel to work in a timely manner
Communicate appropriately with co‑workers and special needs students
Develop bonds with scholars and work with their parents
Create and maintain a climate of respect and fairness for all students
Use creativity to plan activities for students
Model appropriate spoken and written language skills
Coach assigned student in social problem solving, and appropriate behavior
Work with assigned student on academic tasks specified in the daily lesson plan
Collect observations and data on student learning and behavior
Keep scholar information confidential by treating it with the strictest confidence and refraining from discussing the student outside of the school environment
Implement supporting and consequences specified in the scholar’s Behavior Intervention Plan
Respond to scholar behavior using Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports
Support the youth’s safety and physical well‑being during the school day by ensuring that they are with the assigned youth during all hours specified on the IEP, including moving with the assigned youth to all locations, accompanying them within the school environment to ensure safety, and asking for help when a youth’s behavior threatens their own or other’s safety
Qualifications
High School Diploma (required)
Bachelor’s Degree or pursuit of a bachelor’s degree (preferred)
Tutoring experience
Basic reading and math proficiency
Basic people skills and ability to work with special needs students
Basic knowledge of special education students
A desire to develop a career within Maya Angelou Schools and the field of Education
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.
The Pay Range for This Role Is $40,000 - $50,000 USD per year (SFF/MAPCS/YALC HQ).
See Forever is an equal‑opportunity employer. We believe a diverse staff is a better, more effective staff.
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