Secondary Computer Science Teacher Candidate Pool

Howard County Public School System; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Membership in Maryland State Retirement Agency plan

Job summary

Howard County Public School System is seeking a motivated Secondary Computer Science Teacher to foster a dynamic learning environment for students. Under the direction of school leadership, the teacher will plan and implement a curriculum that prepares students for success in various career pathways.

This 10-month position requires a Bachelor’s degree and MSDE certification. The ideal candidate will demonstrate effective instructional methods and a commitment to student development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an applicable field of education.
• Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) certification in Computer Science 7-12.
• Three previous years of related teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instructional programs that meet student needs.
• Prepare and implement daily lesson plans aligned with curriculum.
• Develop a supportive learning environment for student growth.
• Establish learning objectives consistent with student needs.

Skills

Instructional planning

Classroom management

Differentiation strategies

Collaboration

Communication with families

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education

MSDE certification in Computer Science 7-12

Job description

Description

Under the direction of the principal and/or assistant principal, the Secondary Computer Science Teacher plans and provides appropriate learning experiences for all students. The teacher creates an environment conducive to intellectual, social, physical, and emotional development, and prepares students for success in a dynamic 21‐century world with a variety of career pathways. The teacher develops, selects, and differentiates instructional plans and materials based on the HCPSS curriculum, ensuring all students achieve learning outcomes and meet system-wide goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an applicable field of education.
• Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) certification in Computer Science 7-12.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three previous years of related teaching experience.

Essential Position Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instructional programs that adhere to system-wide goals, priorities and meet the needs, interests and abilities of all students.
• Prepare, document and effectively implement daily lesson plans aligned with HCPSS curricula and the Understanding by Design framework.
• Develop and nurture a learning environment conducive to intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and learning outcomes.
• Establish learning objectives consistent with student needs, curriculum framework and student growth and development.
• Create a classroom environment that supports student engagement, promotes academic language development and student discourse, and enables each student to achieve academic success.
• Provide an instructional program that meets the needs of all students, including those with disabilities and English learners.
• Refer students to appropriate specialized support as needed.
• Use instructional methods, accommodations, resources and evaluation techniques that motivate and enable each student to achieve objectives.
• Participate in and provide input on student Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and EL Accommodation Plans when necessary.
• Maintain accurate records as required by law, HCPSS policy and administrative regulation.
• Assist administration in implementing all policies and rules governing conduct and maintain classroom order fairly and justly.
• Communicate performance, successes and opportunities for improvement to students and families and provide timely feedback.
• Be available to students and families for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested under reasonable terms.
• Plan and oversee purposeful assignments for paraeducators, student assistants, and/or classroom volunteers.
• Plan and collaborate with co-teachers including special education and ESOL educators.
• Provide non-evaluative input on paraeducator and/or student assistant job performance as requested.
• Establish relationships with administrators, curricular office staff, colleagues, students, families, and the school community that reflect respect for every individual.
• Assess own effectiveness and demonstrate application of knowledge and skills to increase effectiveness.
• Participate in and share responsibility for the safe and orderly operation of schools, attend staff meetings, district professional learning, events and serve on staff committees when required.

Selection Criteria

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation. Interviews will be limited to those applicants whose experience and education most closely match the requirements and needs of the school system.

Employment Information

This is a 10-month per year position in the Howard County Educators Association (HCEA) employee bargaining unit.

Compensation: The salary range follows the 10-month HCEA Teacher Scale and is determined by salary procedures of the HCPSS and the HCEA Master Agreement, taking into account relevant prior experience.

Benefits: HCPSS offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. Information about additional benefits such as paid time off can be found in the negotiated agreement for employees in this bargaining unit.

Retirement: Membership in the Maryland State Retirement Agency (MSRA) pension plan is a mandatory condition of employment. The annual contribution to the pension plan is 7% of a worker’s salary.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Professional references will be contacted prior to any offer of employment.

Applicants must provide references from current and recent supervisors.

All employees, regular and temporary, must be fingerprinted, have a criminal background investigation completed and successfully complete the Maryland Employment History Review.

Some positions may require completion of a physical examination and/or drug testing.

All offered employees must provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the United States. HCPSS participates in E-Verify and does not offer employee sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer

To request an accommodation during the application or interview process due to a documented disability, please email [e-mail]. HCPSS celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Discrimination, harassment, retaliation and any other discriminatory conduct based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic is prohibited. All employment decisions are based on organizational needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.