About AppleTree
AppleTree focuses exclusively on Preschool and Pre-K education with a mission of closing the achievement gap before students get to kindergarten. We provide free, full-day public charter school programming for three- and four-year olds in 12 locations across Washington, DC, employing our innovative and award winning instructional model, called Every Child Ready (ECR). This instructional model provides educators with tools and resources for “What to Teach”, “How to Teach” and “How to Measure Success.” Our instructional model is also used with partners across the nation. We continuously test and improve this model through feedback from AppleTree educators, partners and other stakeholders to ensure that children are learning and exploring through play and appropriate instruction.
Position Summary
The Resident Teacher is a critical member of the AppleTree instructional team, consisting of the Lead/Mentor Teacher, Resident Teacher, and Teaching Assistants. Resident Teachers support the Lead Teacher in all facets of instructional planning and implementation while being coached and mentored by the Lead/Mentor. The Resident Teacher engages in a year-long apprenticeship during which they learn teaching competencies and expand their knowledge of the development of young children through hands-on classroom experience.
This is an on-site position based in Washington, DC.
What you'll do
Collaborate with the Mentor Teacher in an AppleTree school to implement the Every Child Ready instructional model with fidelity
Set an authentically positive tone and build relationships so that each student and family feels valued
Participate in weekly Resident Teacher professional development
Pursue a Masters of Arts in Teaching degree with university partner Relay Graduate School of Education
Analyze quantitative and qualitative data from a variety of sources to understand children's instructional needs and to improve teaching and learning for young children
Fulfill all standards of participation and professionalism for the AppleTree Early Learning Teacher Residency program IMPORTANT: Per Mayor’s Order 2021-109, on-site staff are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Requests for qualifying medical and/or religious exemptions will be considered.
What we're looking for
Strong belief in social equity and a commitment to working with young children from communities that have limited access to quality educational options (Required)
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution conferred by June 2023 (Required)
Undergraduate minimum GPA of 2.5 (Preferred)
Experience/strength in early childhood education or working with young children (Preferred)
Physical Demands and Work Environment
This job takes place in a school and office environment.
What's in it for you
Salaried position ($47,000) with full health, dental, vision and other benefits
Earn Early Childhood Certification in the District of Columbia
Complete a Master of Arts in Teaching from Relay Graduate School of Education with tuition assistance from AppleTree
Intentional focus on early childhood education (PK3 and PK4) and preparedness for Kindergarten
Access and training in an innovative curriculum, assessments and pedagogical practices through AppleTree's research-to-practice model
High-level support during apprenticeship with Mentor teacher
Disclaimer
The preceding description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals in this role and is not designed to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of the Resident Teacher. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
AppleTree Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement
At AppleTree, we endeavor to foster an environment where each person’s true self and experience is welcome. We believe that only with a diverse and inclusive environment can you truly celebrate and support all students, families, and staff. Our commitment to diversity is founded on the belief that our community is strengthened by the vibrant exchange that occurs when individuals with different backgrounds, abilities, and heritages share their various perspectives with one another.