Girls Global Academy
24-25 SY- Chemistry Teacher
Girls Global Academy, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
High School Science Teacher
(Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental)
Teachers report to the Director of Academics and provide instruction in content areas.
Qualifications
Certification in relevant field
Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) with a concentration in a content area
Secondary classroom experience in an urban context (three years preferred)
Solid and demonstrable teaching experience working with a variety of student academic levels
Creative and enthusiastic approach to teaching and learning
Exhibits the ability to collaboratively work within and across disciplines with a diverse instructional team
Experience working with parents and community
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, classroom management, and adaptive teaching
Growth minded, receiving and incorporating feedback from team leaders, executive leadership and peers
Key Responsibilities
Instructional Planning and Implementation
Write a cohesive lesson plan and unit plans
Uses student data to drive instructional decisions
Develops and implements assessments aligned to GGA curriculum standards including formative and summative assessments
Contributes to interdisciplinary curriculum planning and development including finding ways to connect the content to students local and global perspectives
Learning and Development
Plans and teaches lessons using inquiry-based approaches to teaching and learning
Uses a wide range of technologies and strategies to differentiate instruction based on readiness, learning difference, and interest
Keeps up-to-date records of attendance and assessments in PowerSchool
School Community Engagement
Fosters positive relationships with students
Develops regular communication protocols with parents
Delivers thoughtful guidance and support with advisory groups
Engages professionally and enthusiastically with new school initiatives
Participate in weekly and month professional development programs
IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL ALIGN TO OUR ACADEMIC APPROACH:
Creating classroom experiences that embody our four pillars of sisterhood, scholarship, service and safety including establishing strong relationships to demonstrate that we care about them
Foster deeply engaging lessons and activities that deliver the content in ways that excite and enable our students to learn
Use resources to effectively differentiate for all types of learners through co-teaching with special education teachers and through providing students additional resources
About Our School
Girls Global Academy (GGA) is an all-girls public charter high school in Washington, DC. We are currently a Candidate to be an International Baccalaureate World School who offers the IB Career Program with specific pathways in engineering and business.
As we continue to grow our student body to 400 students and 60 staff over the next 2-3 years, we strive to establish a strong school culture where our four pillars of sisterhood, scholarship, service and safety are embedded in everything we do.
Our SY 24-25 Staff: You will be an integral part of growing our school, and as a member of the GGA Staff you understand that starting and growing a school is hard work, so you are empowered to take ownership over the work and have a responsibility to each of our students. You are truly a part of a resilient team that has an all-hands-on-deck mentality and faces challenges head on with clear communication. Our future graduating classes need staff that believe in our students, maintain strong community norms and are committed to making sure our students know they matter.
We are located in the heart of Washington D.C. between the Downtown and Chinatown neighborhoods, and just one block from the Gallery Place Metro Station. This ideal location allows us to engage our students in the vibrant and globally focused culture of the community and all that DC has to offer.
How to Apply
Please submit your application to our online jobs portal
https://girlsglobalacademy.applytojob.com/ . All applicants will have to pass a background check. Applicants must be permitted to work in the United States without a GGA sponsored Visa.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. No phone calls, please.
Girls Global Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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(Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental)
Teachers report to the Director of Academics and provide instruction in content areas.
Qualifications
Certification in relevant field
Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) with a concentration in a content area
Secondary classroom experience in an urban context (three years preferred)
Solid and demonstrable teaching experience working with a variety of student academic levels
Creative and enthusiastic approach to teaching and learning
Exhibits the ability to collaboratively work within and across disciplines with a diverse instructional team
Experience working with parents and community
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, classroom management, and adaptive teaching
Growth minded, receiving and incorporating feedback from team leaders, executive leadership and peers
Key Responsibilities
Instructional Planning and Implementation
Write a cohesive lesson plan and unit plans
Uses student data to drive instructional decisions
Develops and implements assessments aligned to GGA curriculum standards including formative and summative assessments
Contributes to interdisciplinary curriculum planning and development including finding ways to connect the content to students local and global perspectives
Learning and Development
Plans and teaches lessons using inquiry-based approaches to teaching and learning
Uses a wide range of technologies and strategies to differentiate instruction based on readiness, learning difference, and interest
Keeps up-to-date records of attendance and assessments in PowerSchool
School Community Engagement
Fosters positive relationships with students
Develops regular communication protocols with parents
Delivers thoughtful guidance and support with advisory groups
Engages professionally and enthusiastically with new school initiatives
Participate in weekly and month professional development programs
IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL ALIGN TO OUR ACADEMIC APPROACH:
Creating classroom experiences that embody our four pillars of sisterhood, scholarship, service and safety including establishing strong relationships to demonstrate that we care about them
Foster deeply engaging lessons and activities that deliver the content in ways that excite and enable our students to learn
Use resources to effectively differentiate for all types of learners through co-teaching with special education teachers and through providing students additional resources
About Our School
Girls Global Academy (GGA) is an all-girls public charter high school in Washington, DC. We are currently a Candidate to be an International Baccalaureate World School who offers the IB Career Program with specific pathways in engineering and business.
As we continue to grow our student body to 400 students and 60 staff over the next 2-3 years, we strive to establish a strong school culture where our four pillars of sisterhood, scholarship, service and safety are embedded in everything we do.
Our SY 24-25 Staff: You will be an integral part of growing our school, and as a member of the GGA Staff you understand that starting and growing a school is hard work, so you are empowered to take ownership over the work and have a responsibility to each of our students. You are truly a part of a resilient team that has an all-hands-on-deck mentality and faces challenges head on with clear communication. Our future graduating classes need staff that believe in our students, maintain strong community norms and are committed to making sure our students know they matter.
We are located in the heart of Washington D.C. between the Downtown and Chinatown neighborhoods, and just one block from the Gallery Place Metro Station. This ideal location allows us to engage our students in the vibrant and globally focused culture of the community and all that DC has to offer.
How to Apply
Please submit your application to our online jobs portal
https://girlsglobalacademy.applytojob.com/ . All applicants will have to pass a background check. Applicants must be permitted to work in the United States without a GGA sponsored Visa.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. No phone calls, please.
Girls Global Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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