Elementary Computer Science Teacher -Short Term Assignment

Heritage Oak Private Education; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Stratford School in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a tech-savvy Lower Elementary Computer Science Teacher for 1st-2nd grade. You will deliver standards-aligned CS lessons, integrate technology across the curriculum, and serve as the campus liaison for educational technology tools.

The position is a short-term assignment from September to November, Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM–3:30 PM. A BA/BS in education or related field is required, with classroom teaching experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Proficient in digital literacy and computational thinking.
• Knowledge of digital citizenship and responsible tech use.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver computer science instruction aligned with Stratford's standards and curriculum.
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate CS with the curriculum.
• Serve as the campus liaison for technology integration and support.
• Monitor and report student progress; communicate with families and school leadership.
• Manage technology equipment inventory and coordinate with school tech team.
• Support campus duties and supervision as needed.

Skills

Digital literacy

Computational thinking

Digital citizenship

Communication

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Document cameras

Digital whiteboards

Student devices management

Job description

Stratford School, part of Spring Education Group, is a leading independent WASC-accredited private school in California offering courses from preschool through 12th grade with a vision of creating a unique, multi-dimensional educational foundation for children. At Stratford School, we understand every child has his or her own interests and passions and contributes in their own way. Our proven program includes our STEAM-based curriculum that was recognized by the White House as a leader in early childhood STEAM education, and we are also the first California school to earn the Carnegie Science Seal of Excellence for STEM.

About the Role

Stratford School is seeking a tech-savvy Lower Elementary Computer Science Teacher to lead instruction and technology integration for our 1st Grade and 2nd Grade students. In this role, you'll champion 21st-century learning skills by delivering engaging, standards-aligned computer science lessons while supporting campus-wide digital literacy. You’ll also serve as the campus point person for educational technology tools and integration efforts.

Location: Santa Clara Pomeroy, CA

Wage Range: $23.00- $27.00

Employment Type: Short Term Assignment September to November; Monday to Friday 7:45 AM -3:30 PM

What You’ll Do

• Plan and deliver computer science instruction aligned with Stratford School’s standards and curriculum
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate computer science with the curriculum where appropriate
• Serve as the campus liaison for technology integration and support
• Monitor and report student progress; maintain strong communication with families and school leadership
• Manage technology equipment inventory and coordinate with the Stratford tech team
• Uphold classroom management strategies that promote positive student behavior and engagement
• Support general campus duties such as arrival, dismissal, and supervision coverage
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) from an accredited college or university required
• Prior experience teaching in a classroom setting is preferred
• Understanding of digital literacy, computational thinking, and digital citizenship
• Comfortable with troubleshooting minor technology issues
• Experience with educational technology (student devices, document cameras, digital whiteboards, etc.)
• Knowledge of CSTA standards or prior programming experience is a plus
• Strong communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction.

Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.