Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Instruction | High School Computer Science | Salary/10 Month

Reports To: Principal

Objective:

Provide an engaging, rigorous, and innovative academic learning experience for students by developing lessons that integrate traditional best practices, digital resources, and project-based learning. The ChiTech Computer Science Teacher will prepare students for success in the digital age by fostering computational thinking, problem-solving skills, and technical proficiency in programming, data analysis, and computer systems.

Teaching & Learning Responsibilities (Team Role: Driver)

• Demonstrate passion for and commitment to computer science education, the mission of ChiTech, and student success.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with all students throughout the ChiTech community.
• Collect qualitative and quantitative data pertaining to student growth and achievement as directed.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to and respect for a diverse student and teacher population (ethnicity, gender, culture, ability, etc.).
• Develop and execute engaging, standards-based lesson plans for Computer Science classes, incorporating programming, algorithms, web development, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum design, interdisciplinary projects, and project-based learning strategies.
• Utilize industry-standard software, coding platforms, and hardware to provide hands-on learning experiences.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom and implement restorative practices within the classroom and the larger school environment.
• Willingness to receive coaching through a dedicated feedback cycle.
• Monitor student progress and provide timely feedback on coding projects, problem-solving strategies, and computational thinking.
• Employ techniques, interventions, modifications, and accommodations to meet the individual needs of students with disabilities.
• Foster critical thinking, creativity, and innovation in students through coding challenges and project-based learning.

Professional Responsibilities (Team Role: Active Participant)

• Attend and actively participate in morning team meetings.
• Engage in weekly professional growth activities and designated in-service training programs.
• Follow the communicated policies and procedures of the organization.
• Demonstrate professional responsibility and ethical behavior.
• Assume responsibilities outside the classroom as needed.
• React well under pressure, handle multiple demands, and maintain professionalism in a fast-paced educational setting.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of, and ability to perform, duties in full compliance with all organization, Board of Education, State, and Federal laws, policies, and procedures.
• Foster positive interpersonal relationships with students, staff, parents, and colleagues.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and handle all student-related matters with discretion.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor(s).

Operations/Other (Team Role: Supporter)

• Serve as an Advisor to a cohort of students.
• Attend Open Houses, School-Wide Exhibitions, and other school-based events.

Job Tags

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