Computer Science Teacher, Upper Academy (9-12)

RISE Prep Upper Academy; Woonsocket (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

RISE Prep Upper Academy in Woonsocket, RI is seeking a Computer Science Teacher for grades 9-12 to deliver high-quality, standards-aligned instruction. The role includes promoting a rigorous, college-preparatory program and supporting scholars with data-driven instruction.

You will collaborate with a team, implement CCSS-aligned computer science and math content, differentiate for diverse learners, and contribute to a positive, structured learning environment. Starting date is immediate.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching high school CS or related subjects.
• Ability to align instruction with state standards and CCSS.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, grade-level CS instruction aligned to RI graduation requirements.
• Offer push-in support in secondary math when needed.
• Collaborate with peers to plan lessons and analyse data to improve outcomes.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum alignment

Communication with families

Job description

Computer Science Teacher, Upper Academy (9-12)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5889807

Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 16, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Be a Computer Science Teacher RISE Prep Academies. RISE Prep Academies knows that educator quality is the most important factor driving scholar achievement. We are seeking educators who believe strongly in our mission and whose actions demonstrate high expectations for themselves, scholars, families, and colleagues. We hire smart, driven people who are relentless in their work and have the characteristics and experiences necessary to deliver ambitious results for scholars. RISE Prep Academies prioritizes professional development and growth for each of its educators.?

About RISE Prep Academies

RISE Prep Academies is a college preparatory K-12 public charter school network based in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, where college preparation begins in Kindergarten. Approved by the Rhode Island Board of Education in October 2014, we opened our doors to our founding class of kindergarteners in August 2015 and our founding High School class in August of 2024. Through a rigorous curriculum, highly structured learning environment, and character education, RISE Prep Academies ensures that all Kindergarten through 12th grade students achieve the academic skills, content knowledge, and character required for the path to college or career. RISE Prep Academies is committed to establishing intentionally diverse schools that enroll from both urban and suburban communities. We believe that part of our mission is to teach the importance and value of diversity within classrooms and communities. RISE Prep curriculum will include a community engagement component to ensure habits of service, helping, and kindness are fostered within our students to shape engaged and caring members of their communities.

We will be expanding to serve 11th grade for SY 26-27.

RISE Prep Academies is built upon six critical elements:

• A rigorous college preparatory program focused on literacy and math
• A joyful culture with structure and discipline
• Recruiting and developing excellent teachers
• An extended school day for scholars
• Partnerships with families and communities
• Use of data to strategically propel scholar achievement

All educators at RISE Prep Academies will:

• Embody RISE Prep’s mission, vision, and RISE values (Respect, Integrity, Self-Determination, Excellence)
• Believe in the urgency and importance of providing an outstanding college preparatory academic and character education to all students
• Take ownership for the achievement results of their students
• Have a track record of producing dramatic, demonstrable student achievement gains or comparable results in their current field
• Work well within a team and approach all work with positivity and determination
• Be goal-driven, analytical problem solvers, and embody a can-do spirit and strong work ethic
• Promote continuous improvement by being, self-reflective and open to feedback
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written skills
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues

Responsibilities: The primary role of the Upper Academy Computer Science Teacher is to provide high-quality, grade-level instruction in alignment to Rhode Island High School graduation requirements. A secondary responsibility of this role is to provide push-in support in advanced secondary mathematics classes (e.g. Geometry, Algebra I & II).

Specific roles and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following,

• Implement RISE Prep Academies Academic Program to Ensure Strong Proficiency in Grade-Level Literacy and Math
  • Internalize and implement high-quality and standards-aligned curriculum and instructional materials grounded in the CCSS and RISE Prep’s scope and sequences: Computer Science and Math
  • Uphold the belief that providing access to grade-level materials, supplemented with strategic just-in-time supports such as scaffolds and targeted interventions, is the most effective way to meet the diverse needs of learners in the K-12 classroom
  • Differentiate classroom instruction to meet the needs of different learners, including providing relevant accommodations where appropriate and adapting curricular resources to meet the specific individual needs of scholars, including those with IEPs and 504 Accommodation Plans, and Multilingual Learners (MLLs)
• Foster a Joyful School Community and Structured Learning Environment
  • Establish a positive and supportive culture of learning and achievement, that cultivates scholar interest in content area, and reinforce the value and relevance real-world applications and careers in the field wherever possible
  • Create and maintain clear expectations, routines and procedures to effectively and proactively manage classroom/scholar behavior and efficiently use instructional time to maximize scholar learning
• Use Data to Inform Instruction, Support the Range of Learner Needs, and Achieve High Levels of Success in the RISE Prep Academies Classroom:
  • Engage in cycles of data collection, review, action planning, and progress monitoring with coach, members of content/grade-level teams, and/or members of the school/RISE Prep Academies leadership to ensure scholar mastery of grade-level standards and expectations
  • Utilize formative and summative assessments of student mastery to drive instructional planning and provide feedback to scholars
• Demonstrate a Commitment to Continuous Improvement and Development as a Professional
  • Use feedback to make productive changes in performance and continuously improve effectiveness in all instructional practices and job-related tasks
  • Collaborate with other staff members and actively participate in training, professional development and learning activities to increase impact as an educator