Dynamic Intro to Computer Science Educator

ReNEW Schools; Decatur (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools seeks an Introduction to Computer Science teacher at Decatur Middle School to deliver instruction aligned with Indiana Course 4565 standards. You will cover programming, data analysis, networks, and digital citizenship, engaging students of varying experience levels.

The role emphasizes standards-based lesson design, project-based learning, and collaboration within PLCs to support school-wide CS initiatives and career exploration in technology fields.

Qualifications

• Indiana Teaching License (5-12) with at least one of the listed CS or tech fields.
• Proficiency in teaching introductory programming languages.
• Familiarity with Indiana CS Standards.
• Strong classroom management and instructional planning skills.
• Experience with or willingness to learn CS education programs (Code.org/PLTW) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach the 4565 Introduction to Computer Science course aligned to IDOE standards.
• Design and implement standards-based programming, algorithms, data representation, and networks lessons.
• Foster computational thinking and real-world problem-solving.
• Integrate project-based learning and technology tools.
• Support diverse learners with differentiated instruction and interventions.
• Assess student progress and communicate with families.
• Contribute to CS pathways and career exploration in tech fields.
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in PLCs.

Skills

Programming (Python/JavaScript/Scratch

Classroom management

Instructional planning

Differentiated instruction

Communication

Computational thinking

Education

Teaching License (5-12) Indiana

Tools

Code.org CS Discoveries

PLTW Computer Science Principles

Job description

ReNEW Schools seeks an Introduction to Computer Science teacher at Decatur Middle School to deliver instruction aligned with Indiana Course 4565 standards. You will cover programming, data analysis, networks, and digital citizenship, engaging students of varying experience levels.

The role emphasizes standards-based lesson design, project-based learning, and collaboration within PLCs to support school-wide CS initiatives and career exploration in technology fields.