Democratic Knowledge Project Summer Institute
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Democratic Knowledge Project Summer Institute
Description:
This three-day in-person institute focuses on the Democratic Knowledge Projects 8th-grade year-long civic education curriculum Civic Engagement in our Democracy. The curriculum aligns with MA state standards and the national Educating for American Democracy roadmap. Civic Engagement in Our Democracy has been recognized by the MA Dept of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) as one of only four core civics curricular materials found to meet DESEs expectations for high quality. Participants will be able to actively engage with core principles and tools learn from experienced educator mentors and enhance their civic learning. The institute is open to educators who are part of the DKP Launch 2025 MA Cohort at Whittier Lafayette and Keverian.
Required Education/Experience:
- Must currently be employed as the Grade 8 Civics Teacher at the Whittier School Lafayette or Keverian School
- Must complete registration for the Democratic Knowledge Project site
Responsibilities:
- Attend and actively participate in three full days of Professional Development Sessions at the Monroe C. Gutman Library in Cambridge from July 15-17 2025 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Prepare and plan to implement the Civic Engagement in Our Democracy curriculum with 8th-grade students next year including primary source investigations and historical inquiry creation of student portfolios and analysis of student work against established success criteria.
Remuneration:
- $840 based on 21 hours of work at $40 per hour
Number of Positions: up to 3
Applicants should apply directly through TalentEd
The Everett Public Schools in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies does not discriminate in its programs facilities or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race color age criminal record (inquiries only) disability homelessness sex/gender gender identity religion national origin ancestry sexual orientation genetics or military status and does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias-based intimidation threat or harassment that demeans individuals dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.
Employment Type
Full-Time
