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DeKalb County School District · 9 hours ago

IGNITE Resident Intern - DeKalb County School District

Stone Mountain, GA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$30K/yr - $30K/yr

DeKalb County School District is seeking an IGNITE Resident Intern for a year-long clinical residency role designed for aspiring educators. The role involves working alongside a Mentor Teacher in classrooms, engaging in planning, instruction, and assessment while pursuing a Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.). Upon completion, residents are prepared to transition into full-time teaching roles in high-priority schools.

Primary/Secondary Education

Hiring Manager

Quintin DeGroot

Responsibilities

Engage four (4) days per week in a year-long clinical placement with a Mentor Teacher, participating in a continuous cycle of planning, instruction, assessment, and reflection

Progress through a gradual release of responsibility, beginning with focused classroom observation and co-teaching and advancing toward increased instructional leadership and classroom responsibilities

Implement high-quality, standards-aligned instructional practices designed to meet clearly defined learning objectives for all students

Create and maintain a positive, inclusive, and culturally responsive classroom environment aligned with DeKalb County School District’s mission, vision, and equity commitments

Use formative assessments and student data to inform instruction and support diverse learners

Apply instructional strategies that address a range of academic, linguistic, and social-emotional needs

Learn and actively participate in the development, implementation, and monitoring of IEPs and 504 plans in collaboration with special education staff and support teams

Demonstrate an asset-based, strengths-focused approach to supporting students with disabilities and other diverse learning needs

Engage in regular reflective feedback cycles with the Mentor Teacher, University Supervisor, and Talent Development Coach

Demonstrate openness to feedback, a commitment to continuous improvement, and the ability to apply feedback to instructional practice

Participate fully in IGNITE residency cohort learning experiences, including district-wide professional learning, Bridge Weeks, and required program meetings

Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality in alignment with the assigned school’s calendar, daily schedule, and IGNITE residency expectations, and communicate absences or schedule changes promptly and professionally

Demonstrate professional communication and collaboration with students’ families, Mentor Teachers, school administrators, and other school- and district-based staff

Adhere to all DeKalb County School District policies and IGNITE program expectations, including participation in required meetings and professional learning

Successfully complete all university program requirements, including coursework, assignments, projects, portfolios, and assessments required for the M.A.T. program

Maintain satisfactory academic standing as defined by the university partner and IGNITE program expectations