Computer Science Teacher

Carney, Sandoe & Associates; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays, vacation, personal time

Housing (boarding schools only)

Job summary

Carney, Sandoe & Associates is seeking a Computer Science Teacher for the 2027-2028 school year at independent schools in the Washington D.C. area. The role covers designing lessons, maintaining CS hardware, and guiding students in CS fundamentals.

You will assess progress, provide timely feedback, and collaborate with families and teachers to support each student’s goals. Strong pedagogy and ongoing professional development are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field is required.
• Advanced studies and/or a master’s degree are preferred.
• Deep knowledge of CS concepts and ability to convey to students clearly.
• Experience coaching students to communicate effectively in speech, on the computer, and on the page.

Responsibilities

• Design thoughtful lessons and activities for four CS classes; assignments may vary yearly.
• Maintain computer hardware including 3D printers and robotics.
• Communicate basic programming concepts like iteration and conditionals clearly.
• Help students demonstrate their thinking clearly and systematically.
• Make yourself available outside class for additional help.
• Design formative and summative assessments to measure progress toward mastery.
• Provide timely feedback and grades on written work and tests.
• Collaborate with parents and teachers to support each student’s learning goals.
• Communicate progress and learning goals to students and families at least once per semester.
• Use the LMS to inform students about responsibilities, grades, and expectations.
• Set high expectations for learning and character development.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

LMS (Learning Management System)

Desktop publishing

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Learning Management Systems

Online teaching techniques

Job description

Carney, Sandoe & Associates, an education recruitment firm, is currently seeking Computer Science Teacher for the 2027-2028 school year at independent schools in the Washington D.C. area.

About CS&A:

Our free job placement service connects educators with independent and private schools that align with their specific needs and qualifications. By getting to know each candidate personally, we match them with the right opportunities—saving time and ensuring the best match. Our mission is to help educators find roles where they can truly thrive. We have positions nationwide and internationally.

Responsibilities:

• Design thoughtful lessons and activities for four sections of computer science classes. Teaching assignments may vary from year to year.
• Maintenance of computer hardware including 3D printers and robotics.
• Ability to communicate basic programming skills such as iteration, conditionals, and variables.
• Help students demonstrate their thinking clearly and systematically.
• Be available to students outside of class throughout the school day for additional help.
• Design formal and informal assessments that measure student progress. Employ a variety of formative and summative assessments to gauge student progress toward mastery.
• Give timely feedback and grades on written work and tests.
• Collaborate with parents and other teachers to offer individualized support of each student’s learning goals.
• Communicate effectively with students and families about classwork, learning goals, and student progress including writing comments home to parents at least once a semester.
• Use the school’s learning management system to keep students informed about their responsibilities, grades, and expectations.
• Set high expectations for student learning, academic achievement, and character development.
• Continue to advance personal understanding of pedagogy by reading, attending conferences and workshops, and participating in the school’s professional growth and development plan.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field are required.
• Advanced studies, professional experience, and/or a master’s degree are preferred.
• Deep knowledge of the course content in computer science and the ability to convey that knowledge to students clearly and coherently.
• Expertise in coaching students to communicate effectively in speech, on the computer, and on the page.
• Strong organizational skills and time-management skills.
• Computer skills including desktop publishing, and Microsoft Office software, learning management systems, and online teaching techniques.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Potential Benefits: Compensation and benefit packages are competitive but will differ by school and will typically depend on geographic location, your experience, and your level of degree.

Paid holidays, vacation and personal time

Housing (boarding schools only)

Carney Sandoe does not discriminate on the basis of physical handicap, sex, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national or ethnic origin in administration of its services, consulting, events, professional development, or other programs.