Job Title
High School Teacher
School/Organization
New Village Academy
School Level
High School
Location (County)
Anne Arundel County (Annapolis)
Employment Type
Full-Time
Job Description
High School Teacher, multiple positions.
New Village Academy opens in Fall 2024 in Westfield Annapolis Mall. We are especially seeking innovative, young teachers who reflect the cultural and linguistic diversity of our students.
Come join us in reinventing high school - giving students the WILL and the SKILL to transform their own education and future, with the City of Annapolis as their classroom! www.NewVillageAcademy.org
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume, and cover letter/statement of interest in New Village Academy’s approach (see www.newvillageacademy.org) to New Village Academy Head of School, Romey Pittman (she/her), at rpittman@newvillageacademy.org. (Or submit a resume through Indeed.com).
We will begin pre-screening interviews February 1.
The formal application process takes place through the Anne Arundel County Public Schools Careers Portal (www.aacps.org/careers) beginning March 1. Rolling applications will be accepted until the school year begins, but please engage early by reaching out to us directly! We can’t wait to hear from you!
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Serve as a “Crew Leader” (advisor) to 14 students (looping for all 4 years)- act as an interdisciplinary generalist, prioritize relationship-building, engage in wayfinding, team-building, wellness strategies, and family collaboration/communication, and guide. each Crew member toward an engaged, successful life of their own design.
Serve as a content area teacher using “guide on the side” teaching strategies, project-based cross-disciplinary learning experiences, blended learning, and strengths-based differentiation.
Create and implement culturally responsive, locally-grounded Community Action Projects (Science, Literacy, and Social Studies) and/or self-paced skill development structures using the Modern Classrooms Project approach (Math and Language) for our academically, racially, economically, and culturally diverse students.
Hold students accountable to building high-quality portfolios in our competency-based assessment structures across four domains - academic mastery, powerful communication, personal growth, and life and career development.
Contribute to Restorative Justice processes and collaborative decision-making.
Design and supervise frequent field study and community service work including collaborating with community organizations, riding public transit with students, and embracing physical challenges.
Conduct visits to student internship sites to monitor progress, using own transportation.
Desired Qualifications
Minimum Bachelor’s degree required for all teaching positions.
MSDE Teacher Certification will be prioritized, but committed candidates without initial certification WILL be considered - participation in a district-approved Alternative Teacher Certification Program is required, if not already certified.
Valid Driver’s license and own transportation needed (for internship site visits).
Bilingual Spanish speakers are encouraged to apply.
We are committed to hiring teachers who reflect the diversity of our students!
High-functioning, innovative, and collaborative spirit.
Positive problem-solving skills and flexibility in a start-up environment.
Strong organization and project management skills.
Willingness to lead outdoor activities and community service work.
Willingness to go beyond one’s comfort zone in pursuit of the extraordinary.
And, most importantly, thoughtful alignment with our mission:
New Village Academy ensures every student is KNOWN, CONNECTED, EMPOWERED, and ACCOUNTABLE so they can develop the WILL and the SKILL to take charge of their education and their future, with the city of Annapolis as our classroom.
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor's
Experience Required
Teaching or youth development experience 1+ years
BENEFIT INFORMATION
Anne Arundel County Public Schools union-negotiated salary scale plus supplemental pay for additional responsibilities (Among top 3 Maryland Districts for starting pay). Pay range $58,000-$113,000.
Excellent AACPS, union-negotiated Benefits (see PDF for link)
Exceptional professional development opportunities including 1-2 additional paid weeks of pre-opening summer training and, every Wednesday afternoon, early dismissal with collaborative planning and training.
Opportunity for deep, transformative relationships with students, colleagues, families, and the Annapolis community.
Opportunity to be part of a ground-breaking educational innovation.
School/Organization Information
New Village Academy, a small public charter high school opening in Fall 2024 in Annapolis Maryland, is seeking dedicated and innovative teachers to create a new school community together!
Co-designed by high school students and Annapolis community leaders, New Village is committed to “High School Done Differently” using Equity as our Foundation, the Science of Motivation as our Playbook, and the City of Annapolis as our Classroom. Our small size fosters a close-knit community where every student is known as a unique individual, ensuring that no one "falls through the cracks." Our project-based learning model and emphasis on internships, apprenticeships, and dual enrollment in college ensure that students are fully prepared for the future they envision for themselves. We are looking for educators who are adaptive, reflective, collaborative, and creative problem-solvers ready for the challenge of creating a unique new school in a diverse community.
We are inspired by Expeditionary Learning, Big Picture Learning, Modern Classrooms Project, and Restorative Justice in Education, combining the strengths of each to create a unique vision for student learning.
Learn more about us at www.newvillageacademy.org