Computer Science Teacher - Web/Digital Design (Middle School)

Clayton County Public Schools; Hampton (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Computer Science instructor to empower high school students through innovative pathways in Computer Science, Game Design, and Digital Communications. This role involves not just teaching foundational skills in programming and IT, but also integrating employability skills into hands-on projects that prepare students for the digital world. As part of a collaborative team, you will engage with students and industry connections, ensuring they are well-equipped for future career opportunities. If you are passionate about shaping young minds and fostering a love for technology, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field required.
• Minimum of one year of teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates a rigorous Computer Science curriculum with career-related instruction.
• Assesses student progress and provides differentiation as needed.
• Maintains program equipment and administers assessments for student competency.

Skills

Computer Science

Game Design

Programming

Web Design

IT Support

Project-Based Learning

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Computer Lab Equipment

Software for Programming

Job description

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POSITION SUMMARY:

This position will provide instruction for the Computer Science, Game Design, Internet of Things, Cloud Computing, and Web & Digital Communications, Programming pathways. Courses in these pathways are designed for high school students to enable them to understand, communicate, and adapt to a digital world as it impacts their personal life, society, and the business world.

Exposure to foundational knowledge in hardware, software, programming, web design, IT support, and networks are all taught in a computer lab with hands-on activities and project-focused tasks. Students will not only understand the concepts but apply their knowledge to situations and defend their actions/decisions/choices through the knowledge and skills acquired in this course. Employability skills are integrated into activities, tasks, and projects throughout the course to demonstrate the skills required by business and industry. This position reports to the Principal.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Facilitates/coordinates a rigorous Computer Science curriculum with career-related instruction.
2. Assesses and provides differentiation to assure student progress.
3. Integrates core content academics and embeds high quality literature, experiences, and project-based learning assignments.
4. Manages and maintains program’s assigned equipment, software, and supplies.
5. Administers developmental testing programs, subject-specific formative/summative assessments, and industry-recognized technical skill assessments to evaluate students’ industry certification competency levels attainment and/or the monitoring and development of individual learning growth and student progress towards achieving Individual Graduation Plan’s (IGP) goals.
6. Sponsors/infuses co-curricular Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) and/or Technology Student Association (TSA) career tech student organizational (CTSO) experiences for the purpose of leadership development, advanced technical skills attainment, workforce readiness preparation, and college career-readiness.
7. Maintains professional development competence through on-going educational and professional development training, as required for certification.
8. Establishes and maintains industry and post-secondary connections to promote/encourage student participation in continuing education opportunities.
9. Engages, conducts, and documents minutes of the local school CTAE Advisory Committee for the curriculum’s career-related activities support.
10. All other duties, as assigned and required, in order to perform the above services.

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field required.

Minimum of one (1) year of teaching experience in the field preferred.

Certification:

1. Level 4 or higher Professional Teaching Certificate or Permit (except JROTC) at the 6-12 or P-12 level and the Computer Science Endorsement; or
2. Computer Science P-12; or
3. Engineering and Technology P-12

Computer Science endorsement is preferred or must be obtained within the first two years of employment.

Makes recommendations or decisions which usually affect the entire department/school.

Requires regular, frequent contact with internal stakeholders and decision-making responsibility. Excellent interpersonal skills are required.

Requires regular, frequent contact with parents, state and community leaders and decision-making responsibility. Excellent interpersonal skills are required.

Normal classroom/school setting.

Will require travel for off-site training and student exposure opportunities.

Light duty - On most occasions sitting at a desk or table; intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. Light lifting or carrying; twenty (20) lbs. or less; routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities.