Detroit Achievement Academy

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Detroit Achievement Academy (DAA) exists to provide a world-class, equitable education that will give all students a foundation of academic excellence and character development while fostering a love of learning and passion for exploring and fulfilling their extraordinary potential as learners, leaders, and world-changers. POSITION OVERVIEW: EXPERT GUEST TEACHER We are looking for extraordinary leaders and learners to join our team who: • Teach to give students a strong foundation of academic excellence, • Foster the social-emotional and character development of young learners, • Build a love of learning in all students, • Engage families as partners in our students’ education, • Commit to constant learning, reflection, and improvement of their own practice, • Bring their passions, personalities, humor, and joy to school every day, • Thrive in a start-up environment, and • Are committed to equity and the belief that all children in Detroit can reach their full potential. The Expert Guest Teacher is a full time position that will deliver instruction, collaborate on planning with the grade level team(s), and fully participate in the life of K-8 classrooms, depending on daily substitute needs.This role is intended to create additional time for teachers to plan and prepare for instruction within the school day, while their students continue learning from known, qualified members of the DAA/DP adult crew. The Expert Guest Teacher will have significant opportunities to learn from the Lead Teachers and the entire Detroit Achievement Academy and Detroit Prep staff, as well as participate in outside professional development. This position will have pre-scheduled coverage times in each of grades K-8 approximately 8 days monthly, across both school campuses. Other days, coverage may vary across any grade level. An ideal candidate for this role is confident teaching in grades 3-8, and thrives on a changing schedule. The Expert Guest Teacher will report to the Principal/Head of School. WHAT IT MEANS TO WORK AT DETROIT ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY • Being an active participant as we develop our school culture and environment • Having a deep commitment to social justice and equity for all children • Engaging in significant curriculum development work • Working hard to provide results for our students • Working with a diverse student body • Welcoming visitors who are interested in our school • Being challenged to examine your work in order to increase student achievement • Engaging in a deep and meaningful way with the parents/guardians of all students at Detroit Achievement Academy and Detroit Prep • Having extraordinarily high expectations for all students, staff, and faculty at Detroit Achievement Academy and Detroit Prep • Being supported by your peers, Head of School, Executive Director, and Board PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Curriculum/Instruction • Lead high quality instruction. Instructional duties and roles will be discussed and mutually agreed upon by the Expert Guest Teacher and Lead Teacher. • Instructional duties include: delivering whole-group lessons, working with small groups of students, working individually with students, assessing student learning, and assisting with the planning and preparation of classroom lessons and activities in any of grades K-8. • Support the implementation of the ELEducation and Responsive Classroom models. Teachers at Detroit Prep and Detroit Achievement Academy are expected to commit to learning these models. • Support our inclusion program by meeting the individual needs of students as specified in student IEPs and in plans developed and discussed when necessary for this role. • Assume lead teacher responsibilities when a Lead Teacher is absent. Assessment/Accountability • Learn to administer schoolwide assessments and work with the Lead Teacher to complete assessments according to the schoolʼs schedule, as needed. • Regularly analyze student data to improve instruction, ensure equity and make program recommendations and improvements, when needed. • Provide coverage for lead teachers to perform these tasks as necessary Social Curriculum/School Culture • Implement the principles of the Responsive Classroom. • Create and maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for students. Communicate respectfully to students at all times. Model, practice and discuss respectful, unbiased and effective communication with students. • Uphold and support the school-wide discipline policies. Document serious and less serious infractions to the policies and seek help and support from colleagues and administrators when discipline concerns arise. Collaboration, Collegiality and Professionalism • Provide coverage for grade level teams to plan for instruction as needed. • Be on time for classes, duties, team meeting and professional development activities. • Communicate about and plan for absences in advance with teaching partners and the Principal. • Be welcoming to visitors. • Collaborate and communicate with Lead Teachers and support staff as necessary Professional Development • Meet regularly with the Head of School and teaching team to reflect on progress and gain feedback. • Observe in other classrooms to gain ideas and learn from other experienced educators. • Participate in outside professional development activities to support school-wide and individual goals. • Attend and participate in weekly professional development sessions held on Friday afternoons. • (If applicable) Participate in Summer Professional Development, held two weeks in August before students return. Parent Communication and Involvement • Coordinate parent communication with the Lead Teacher and Head of School. • Work with the Lead Teachers to keep parents informed and involve parent volunteers when necessary or applicable. Other Professional Responsibilities • Attend and participate in school events. • Check voicemail and e-mail daily and respond promptly to requests from parents, administrators and colleagues. • Lead the distribution and monitoring of lunch, recess and outdoor activities to ensure safety. WHAT WE OFFER • Competitive base salary • Generous health, dental, and vision benefits • Employer contributions to staff retirement plans • Up to $500 annually in reimbursable Wellness Funds • Reimbursement for continuing education or student loan assistance, up to $3,000 annually • Childcare support reimbursement, up to $1,000 annually • $0 (employer-paid) healthcare coverage option for individuals and their families • Weekly professional development with more than 250 professional development hours each year QUALIFICATIONS • Dedication to our mission: A steadfast belief that all students can achieve at the highest levels, regardless of demography. • Determination: A willingness to make things happen and a sense of urgency around educational equity for all students. • Strong communication: The ability to communicate in a direct and sensitive fashion with students, parents, and colleagues. • Team player: A desire to work in a team-oriented environment and collaborate with colleagues. • Growth mindset: An ability to receive frequent feedback with humility and a strong desire to grow and develop as an educator. • Reflective attitude: An ability to constantly reflect on student data as well as personal areas of strength and growth. • Flexibility: Willingness to work in an ever-changing field and face challenges with a positive attitude • Professional integrity: A personal alignment with the values and ethical standards of Detroit Prep and Detroit Achievement Academy. • Bachelor’s degree (required) • A current teaching certificate (required) • Strong technical skills (required) APPLICATION To apply, submit a cover letter and response to the three below questions: 1) Why do you want to work at Detroit Achievement Academy? 2) What's your experience working with children? 3) What are your professional goals? Detroit Achievement Academy and Detroit Prep are dedicated to equal employment opportunities and fair labor practices. Detroit Achievement Academy and Detroit Prep provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on job-related qualifications, and the ability to perform a job without regard to gender, age, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or disability. It is our policy to maintain a non-discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment or bias based upon these grounds. This Organization participates in E-Verify. Esta Organización participa en E-Verify. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $50,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Parental leave • Professional development assistance • Referral program • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance Education: • Associate (Preferred) License/Certification: • Michigan Teaching Certificate (Preferred) Ability to Commute: • Detroit, MI 48235 (Required) Work Location: In person