Impactful Science Teacher At-Risk Youth

Introduction

The Department of Juvenile Services is searching for passionate and compassionate education professionals to join our team at our local government youth education facility. As a Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in transforming the lives of youth by providing them with the guidance, support, and education they need to overcome obstacles and unlock their full potential. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of vulnerable youth while contributing to the betterment of our community.

This recruitment will be used to fill Science educator positions with the Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center. Candidates with secondary education Conditional, Standard Professional, Advance Professional, Advance Professional +30, or Advance Professional +60 Certifications in all endorsement areas are welcome to apply.

Candidates who do not have a current active Maryland State Department of Education certification arerequiredto complete and submit a certification application at Apply for a MSDE Certification before applying to this recruitment.

Incentive:

Locally employed educators may receive a leave balance transfer(subject to eligibility and verification of leave balance by the local employer).

GRADE

TEAC 0001- TEAC 0005

LOCATION OF POSITION

Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center
300 North Gay Street
Baltimore, MD 21202

Main Purpose of Job

1. Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment where youth feel valued, respected, and motivated to learn.
2. Design and deliver engaging lesson plans that cater to the unique needs, learning styles, and abilities of youth, promoting academic growth and personal development.
3. Employ a variety of teaching strategies, methodologies, and technologies to enhance student engagement and facilitate effective learning experiences.
4. Assess student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, providing constructive feedback and individualized support to promote academic success.
5. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including social workers, counselors, and administrators, to develop holistic plans for student success and address individual challenges effectively.
6. Utilize restorative practices and conflict resolution techniques to foster positive relationships among students and encourage a sense of accountability and responsibility.
7. Act as a mentor and positive role model, demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding while promoting positive behavior and responsible decision-making.
8. Communicate regularly and effectively with students’ families or guardians, keeping them informed about academic progress, behavior, and any concerns that may arise.
9. Stay updated with the latest educational research, best practices, and interventions for working with youth, continually refining teaching strategies and approaches.
10. Participate in professional development opportunities, workshops, and training

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Possession of appropriate educational credentials as determined by the Maryland State Board of Education.

Experience:

None.

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess a MSDE Secondary Education Educators Certification in the endorsement area of Science.

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* Please Note:

Candidates who do not immediately meet this requirement may become eligible by applying for a Maryland Teaching certification at Apply for a MSDE Certification.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

One year of teaching experience to include internship.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Teachers in State-operated school programs are required to acquire and maintain certification to teach in the State of Maryland per Education Article, Section 6-101 of the Annotated Code of Maryland and Code of…