Math Teacher - Academy of Hope Adult Public Charter School

Job Location:  Ward 5 Job Classification Category: Teac...

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree or one to two years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in an urban setting

Master’s Degree in Education or other related field and/or certification in adult education or 2 years of Adult Education experience strongly preferred

Familiarity with standardized assessments for adults, particularly CASAS, GED, NEDP and the Accuplacer (commonly used community college placement exam)

Excellent time management and organizational skills

Must be a self-starter and able to multi-task

Strong computer skills, including Excel

Excellent oral and written communication skills

OTHER NECESSARY SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Demonstrated communication skills

Demonstrated ability and experience to engage the interest of adult learners

Demonstrated ability to work with diverse adult learners, including those with special needs

Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member

Demonstrated ability to evaluate tests and measurements of achievement

Demonstrated willingness to be held accountable for student results

Sensitive to the needs of adult learners and respectful of learner confidentiality 

Experience working with volunteers and consultants

Strong cultural competency skills, including excellent ability to communicate with a diverse population

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Academy of Hope (AoH) Adult Public Charter School was founded in 1985 to serve low-income and at-risk adults in the District of Columbia by providing them the opportunity to improve their basic educational skills, earn high school credentials, and/or prepare for postsecondary education or training.

Our work atmosphere is professional, friendly, and supportive. Our staff values both teamwork and independence. We encourage creativity and the sharing of ideas. The noise level in the work environment is conducive to a typical office setting.

We’re looking for motivated individuals with a passion for working in the Adult Education field to join us! Our compensation structure offers pay commensurate with experience and excellent benefits. Candidates for employment will be subjected to a federal criminal background check, as permitted by and in accordance with applicable law. Learn more about Academy of Hope Adult Public Charter School at www.aohdc.org.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: AoH is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not allow discrimination with respect to employment or any of the terms or conditions of employment because of actual or perceived race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, (or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to lactation), physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer-related or HIV/AIDS-related), genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

DEI Statement: AoH seeks a broad spectrum of employees and is strongly committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment. We strongly encourage interest in employment from all backgrounds, including Black, Indigenous, People of Color, members of the LGTBQIA25+ community, members of underrepresented groups, people with seen and unseen disabilities, and people of all ages.

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