Computer Science Teacher

Carney, Sandoe & Associates; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Housing (boarding schools only)

Job summary

Carney, Sandoe & Associates, an education recruitment firm, seeks a Computer Science Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year in the Washington DC area at independent schools. This position entails designing CS curricula, integrating hardware like 3D printers, and guiding students to demonstrate thinking clearly.

Responsibilities include assessments, feedback, and collaboration with families. The role emphasizes high standards, ongoing professional growth, and effective use of learning management

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design lessons and activities for four CS sections; assignments may vary by year.
• Maintain computer hardware including 3D printers and robotics.
• Explain basic programming concepts (iteration, conditionals, variables).
• Help students articulate their thinking clearly and systematically.
• Be available to students outside class for extra help.
• Design formal and informal assessments to measure progress and mastery.
• Give timely feedback and grades on written work and tests.
• Collaborate with parents and other teachers to support individual learning goals.
• Communicate with students and families about classwork and progress, at least once per semester.
• Use the LMS to keep students informed about responsibilities, grades, and expectations.
• Set high expectations for learning, achievement, and character development.
• Engage in ongoing professional growth per the school’s plan.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Pedagogy

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Desktop publishing

Microsoft Office

Learning management systems

Job description

Carney, Sandoe & Associates, an education recruitment firm, is currently seeking Computer Science Teacher for the 2026-2027 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.