AGLS Summer Bridge Teacher

Job Overview


The Academy of Global and Linguistic Studies (AGLS) Summer Bridge Program is a two-day, immersive experience designed to support the successful transition of incoming ninth-grade students from middle school to high school. The program will introduce students to the core pillars of AGLS: global studies, language learning, cultural competence, and inquiry-based thinking. Through collaborative challenges, guided exploration of the school environment, and engaging academic experiences, AGLS Scholars will build meaningful peer relationships, develop academic confidence, and begin to see themselves as members of this high-achieving, student-centered academy.


The AGLS Summer Bridge Teacher plays a key role in creating a welcoming, engaging, and supportive environment for rising ninth graders. This educator will design and lead mini-lessons that integrate foundational academic skills, like close reading, writing, and inquiry, into hands-on, collaborative activities. Working closely with co-facilitators and additional staff, the AGLS Summer Bridge Teacher will help model academy expectations while fostering curiosity, confidence, and a sense of belonging among students.

Roles and Responsibilities


The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; work may differ and other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate.

• Design and facilitate engaging, inquiry-based mini-lessons aligned with AGLS themes, including global awareness, cultural competence, and interdisciplinary thinking.
• Guide students through interactive challenges that build teamwork, problem-solving skills, and foster peer-connections.
• Encourage student participation and enthusiasm through structured and unstructured learning experiences.
• Integrate global learning concepts where appropriate to connect students with their future coursework.
• Create a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere that supports all students.
• Assist with setup and cleanup of the event space before and after each session.
• Accompany and supervise students during off-site field trip activities.

Qualifications


Below are the minimum qualifications for this job. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are also acceptable.


Education

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university or college.

Experience

• Experience as a middle school or high school classroom teacher.
• Experience in global learning curriculum or teaching in a global studies-related program preferred.
• Experience in student engagement or leadership activities is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• Holds or eligible for a Virginia teaching license required, with an endorsement in Social Studies, Mandarin Chinese, or Arabic preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of global studies curriculum and ability to make relevant connections for students.
• Ability to create an engaging and supportive learning environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and foster a sense of community.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements


The following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this job:


While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly talking, expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. The employee must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. The employee must possess normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn, recall and apply certain practices and policies. Frequently sitting and/or remaining in a stationary position for long periods of time. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Reports to : Academic Programs Supervisor


FLSA Status : Non-Exempt


Salary Level : Band 15


Salary Scale :


Salary Range : $39.14


Remote Work Eligible : No


Union Designation : Non-Union