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    Upper School Computer Science Teacher - Worcester, United States - Worcester Academy

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    SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

    We are looking for a teacher who is committed to the ideals and joys of teaching upper school students and who can inspire a love of learning in their students through the development and application of thoughtful, meaningful learning experiences for students.

    The successful teacher in this role also will understand the value of working cooperatively and collaboratively with adults in a team-based setting as well as have the ability to work independently. We are looking for an educator who embraces a growth mindset for their own professional development and who can help students to do the same.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND KEY OBJECTIVES

    Teach four sections of Computer Science

    Develop units and lessons that support the goals of the WA Math Department

    Support student learning through project-based, multi-modal approaches to teaching and learning

    Maintain discipline in accordance with the student handbook

    Provide appropriate, actionable feedback on student work and in term reports

    Complete grading, comments and progress reports in a timely manner

    Serve as the academic and developmental advisor to a small group of upper school students

    Lead two other student activities

    Attend required meetings (all-school, department, divisional, parent, etc.)

    Participate as a day faculty member in 5 weekends of programming throughout the school year

    ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

    Maintain classroom and shared spaces as conducive to teaching, learning, and working

    Maintain daily student attendance and adhere to tardiness procedures

    Attend and participate in school trips

    Maintain mature and age appropriate judgment and boundaries

    Demonstrate a commitment to professional development and integration of new learning into practice

    Follow accident & illness procedures

    Participate in all safety drills, including fire, lockdown and evacuation

    Represent the school and what it stands for positively at public events, admissions events, community events, development events, etc., some of which take place outside of the regular school day and calendar

    Develop and sustain relationships with colleagues that benefit their students and further one another's professional growth

    Develop and sustain relationships with parents that support each student's well-being and increasing autonomy

    Serve as a role model for students and colleagues

    Affirm and defend the dignity and worth of each member of the community and maintain an environment that fosters respect

    Other duties as assigned by the Division Head and Department Chair

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Education

    Minimum: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

    Preferred: Master's degree in Computer Math or in Education (or both)

    Experience

    At least 2-3 years' experience in teaching in an academic setting at the upper school level

    Scaffolding and differentiation of content and skills, including executive functions

    Classroom organization and management

    Innovative and project-based curriculum design and pedagogy

    Multicultural curriculum design and pedagogy

    Collaboration with colleagues

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    Demonstrated ability to prepare cohesive teaching units and daily lesson plans

    Knowledge of best practices in multicultural curriculum and pedagogy

    Demonstrated skill in working with students and colleagues from diverse backgrounds

    Ability to apply best practices for integrating technology into curriculum and pedagogy

    Ability to implement problem-based learning and assessment

    An understanding of the value of working cooperatively and collaboratively with adults in a team-based setting and the ability to do so

    Ability to work independently

    Ability to communicate tactfully, thoughtfully, and in modes appropriate to the audience

    Flexibility

    A commitment to one's own learning and professional development

    Campus Housing may be available with active participation in the residential program

    SUPERVISION EXERCISED None

    SUPERVISION RECEIVED

    Upper School faculty are supervised in curriculum and pedagogy through the partnership of the Department Chair and the Head of the Upper School

    Upper School faculty are supervised in the execution of critical duties by the Head of the Upper School

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    Work full-time and maintain regular and predictable attendance

    Ability to move throughout the campus during all weather conditions

    Ability to effectively communicate in person and digitally with faculty, staff, parents, students and external contacts


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