Upper School Technology/Computer Science Teacher

St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established independent Catholic school is seeking a dynamic Technology teacher to inspire students through innovative teaching methods. This role involves engaging students in various technology subjects, including coding, computer science, and digital graphics. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, fostering critical thinking and creativity among students. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this school provides a supportive atmosphere for both educators and learners. Join a community dedicated to forming virtuous leaders who positively impact the world through education.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Experience in technology instruction and project-based learning is preferred.
• Teaching experience in independent schools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach 4-5 sections of technology courses at high school levels.
• Lead an advisory of students and participate in community service projects.
• Design and implement elective courses in technology.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Technology Instruction

Project-Based Learning

Social-Emotional Learning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field

Master's/Advanced Degree

Tools

CAD Software

Digital Graphics Software

Video Game Design Tools

Job description

About our school:

Located in the hills of southwestAustin, Texas, St. Michael’s Catholic Preparatory School is an outstanding co-educational Independent Catholic school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade in Austin, Texas. The Lower School is comprised of PreK 3-4th grades, the Middle School houses grades 5-8, and the Upper School contains grades 9-12. We are distinguished by ourCatholic tradition, a welcoming and diverse community, excellent academic programs and a variety of extracurricular activities. Additionally, we are a technology rich school. Thus teachers and staff are expected to demonstrate meaningful skill with technology and an enthusiasm for technological growth in order to create authentic learning experiences for their students. Teachers at St. Michael’s Prep further serve as role models that inspire students to critically think, reflect, explore and apply their faith concretely to their lives. We are one community, on two campuses, with three divisions, united in our commitment to put students first as we educate them in mind, body, and spirit

• Our values: Integrity, Courage, & Excellence
• Our mission: St. Michael’s Prep cultivates a transformative, Independent school experience rooted in Catholic spirituality where we seek excellence in every pursuit and form virtuous leaders who positively impact the world.

We are anchored by theCatholic Social Teachings(CST) and promote inclusion by advocating for a society based on love and justice, where all people have inherent dignity. We are passionate about cultivating a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment, celebrating and supporting differences.

We employ and optimize practices that promote growth of critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and creativity.

Ideal candidates for positions at our school are experienced in and continue to develop expertise in social-emotional learning, project-based learning, innovative teaching strategies, technology-rich and differentiated instruction. Ideal candidates thrive in a collaborative environment designing and delivering innovative and creative cross-curricular instructional units to students with diverse learning styles and needs.

Summary of Position:

St. Michael's Prep seeks a full time or part time Technology teacher beginning in August 2025. We are searching for a dynamic, innovative educator in the field of technology at many high school levels which may include coding, computer science, CAD, digital graphics and animation, and video game design. Ability to teach other physical science courses is a plus. There is also the opportunity to design and implement elective courses.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate a positive attitude towards students, staff and faculty.
• Be passionate about pedagogy and collaborative work.
• Dedicated to carrying out the mission of the school.
• Possess wide-ranging academic preparation.
• Be fully committed to addressing the developmental needs of adolescents while also fostering the academic growth of well-rounded students.
• Be willing to work closely with colleagues on departmental objectives
• Responsible for teaching 4-5 sections of technology courses.
• Lead an advisory of students
• Participate in on-going community service projects and retreats with students and fellow teachers
• Expected to contribute to our Winter Term, a 3 week term during which diverse opportunities are offered for classes, academic travel and internships.
• Have a commitment to diversity in all aspects of school life and reflect an appreciation of lifelong learning.
• Have a commitment to both the developmental needs of adolescents and to education.

Requirements

Required Experience, Degree and Skills:

• Have strong interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field required
• Prior experience is required
• Master’s/Advanced Degree preferred
• Experience as a student advisor preferred
• Teaching experience in independent schools is preferred

More about St. Michael's Prep

St. Michael’s Catholic Preparatory School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers equal employment opportunity to all applicants for employment and all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, application for military service, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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To join us in our mission to form virtuous leaders who positively impact the world apply here:https://www.smcprep.org/about/employment#.