Technology Teacher IHS

Ithaca City School District; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 56,918 - 119,338; Full time

Job summary

The Ithaca City School District seeks a dedicated Technology Teacher for Ithaca High School. This role emphasizes integrating technology into various subjects while fostering a collaborative educational environment that supports all students.

Candidates should hold New York State certification and demonstrate a commitment to educational equity. The position offers a salary range of $56,918 - $119,338 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to equity in education.
• Possession of New York State certification in relevant subjects.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in technology class.
• Integrate curricular experiences with core subjects including technology and health.
• Be part of a collaborative team to build sustainable educational experiences.

Skills

Culturally responsive curriculum

Differentiated instruction

Effective communication with diverse families

Digital technology in instruction

Education

New York State certification in Career and Technical Education

Job description

Position Title

Technology Teacher

Brief Description

Provide instruction in technology class. The ideal candidate will work to integrate curricular experiences with core subjects including technology and health. The candidate will be part of a collaborative team to build sustainable, place-based educational experiences for all students.

Location(s)

Ithaca High School

Anticipated Start Date

8/27/2026

Posting Dates

03/9/2026 - until filled

Number of Vacancies

1

Application Requirements

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Three (3) Letters of Reference (highly preferred for external candidates)
4. Mandatory Writing Sample (see prompt below)

Mandatory Writing Sample Prompt

1. The ICSD has a diverse student population representing a variety of races, gender identities, learning needs, socio-economic status, sexual orientations, languages, national origins, etc. Describe your teaching strategies and/or experiences for effectively educating students from diverse backgrounds. Provide specific examples of how you respond to students who have a variety of identities, and/or respond effectively to students who are different from your own identity. How do you ensure success for every student?
2. Tell us about any personal and professional experiences you have had that would help us to fulfill our district equity goals.
3. The Ithaca City School District is a 1:1 district in grades 3-12. Provide examples of how you have used or your vision for using digital technology in instruction. Also, provide evidence of how you stay current with students’ digital world.

Required Qualifications

• The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.
• Possession of (or proof of eligibility for) New York State certification in Career and Technical Education (Agriculture, Business, Health Science, Technology).

Desired Characteristics

• An educational leader whose competency, energy, and commitment will help ensure that students thrive.
• Proven ability to interact effectively with students and their families who represent cultures that are diverse in terms of race, class, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and other characteristics in order to build an effective and collaborative school community.
• Ability to implement culturally responsive curriculum; create an inclusive classroom; and differentiate instruction in order to engage the learning styles and needs of each student as an individual.

Salary Range

$56,918 - $119,338 (10-month full-time base) Based on the 26-27ITA salary grid.

EEO Statement

The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.