CTAE Computer Science Teacher

Fulton Schools; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulton County Schools in Georgia is seeking a qualified Computer Science teacher. The role requires GaPSC certification in Computer Science FLD and a minimum of three years of teaching experience in special needs settings.

The teacher will deliver instruction aligned with state and local standards, manage the classroom, communicate with families, and participate in ongoing professional development. This is a full-time on-site position.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Proven communication and instructional strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provides instruction in selected areas of Computer Science, ensuring students gain knowledge and skills.
• Provides content-based instruction in alignment with state and local curriculum through a mix of classroom, lab, and co-curricular experiences.
• Communicates responsibly with students, parents, colleagues, and district leadership.
• Maintains program facilities and adheres to all policy requirements.
• Promotes active learning and integrates appropriate technology into instruction.
• Attends professional development activities and maintains induction requirements.

Skills

Excellent communication

Excellent organizational

Proven instruction strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

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Provides instruction in selected areas of Computer Science, (to ensure that students gain appropriate knowledge and skills about the industry and are prepared for a career and post-secondary opportunities

• Provides content-related and appropriate instruction based on state and local curriculum through a combination of classroom, laboratory, and co-curricular experiences
• Provides community-based instruction and projects based on program guidelines and requirements
• Provides leadership opportunities for students by establishing a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO), i.e. FBLA, SkillsUSA or TSA as a co-curricular instructional tool within the classroom
• Manages and maintains program facilities and equipment
• Adheres to all state guidelines required for the implementation of a successful program
• Provides classroom environment which promotes active learning in subject area
• Communicates responsibly with students, parents, colleagues, school and county leadership
• Accounts for student attendance and punctuality
• Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures
• Follows professional ethics in all work-related activities
• Attends school and District-level professional learning activities as directed
• Prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent
• Seeks and maintains professional learning opportunities through State endorsed professional organizations. i.e., ACTE, GACTE.
• Facilitates home-school communication by such means as holding conferences, telephoning, and sending written communications Integrates appropriate technology into classroom instruction
• Avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Required Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution accepted by GaPSC

Certification/Licensure

Must hold a GaPSC certification in Computer Science FLD [789] or FLD [882] or attain a passing score on the GACE Computer Science assessment, and meet the requirements for induction at GaPSC 505-2-.04; INDUCTION CERTIFICATE

Experience Qualifications

Minimum3 yearsofteaching experience in the field of Special Needs required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing
• Excellent organizational skills
• Proven communication and instructional strategies

Working Conditions

Physical Demands

• Ability to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds
• May require stooping or crouching
• Ability to lift and carry 30-50 pounds with assistance

Posting ID: 35019

It is the policy of the Fulton County School System not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service. If you wish to make a complaint or request accommodation or modification due to discrimination in any program, activity, or service, contact Compliance Coordinator Gonzalo LaCava, 6201 Powers Ferry Rd, NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, or phone [phone].TTY 1-800-255-0135.

Fulton County Schools - 6201 Powers Ferry Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30339 - 470-254-3600