What are the responsibilities and job description for the Computer Science Teacher 25/26 position at Incarnate Word Academy?
Description
Title: Computer Science Teacher
Supervisor: Principal
FLSA: Exempt
Job Description
The position includes duties as classroom teacher including Advanced Placement classes, Computer Science curriculum owner and active contributor to the overall growth of students and the school. Will perform all other day-to-day duties as a full-time faculty member at Incarnate Word Academy.
Schedule
7:30 – 3:45 Monday to Friday
Mission, Values and Sense of Community
- Ensures that the mission and values of the Academy are upheld within the department.
- Gives witness to integrity and respect while representing Incarnate Word Academy in the broader community.
- Engages and becomes part of the Incarnate Word Academy community.
- Serves all IWA families with compassion and respect.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Teach five (5) sections of computer science including, two AP courses Computer Science A and Principles, two Intro to Computer Science, and two Electives (one each semester).
- Assist the Technology Director in supporting student and staff hardware and software needs along with running the AV board during Student assemblies.
- Actively access professional development materials and evolve/improve curriculum.
- Take on responsibilities beyond typical classroom duties.
- Assume normal duties required of all faculty members as outlined in the employment contract.
- Live the Incarnate Word Academy leadership identity and principles as a role model to students.
- Exhibit a growth mindset and continually improves the way he or she operates.
- Master diverse teaching styles and thoughtfully selects the appropriate teaching style for the material and students.
- Often work as a co-learner in the classroom, allowing for student-led questioning and discussion and student-developed assignments.
- Provide weekly lesson plans that align curriculum, instruction, and assessment, and integrate technology into the curriculum.
- Use instructional time efficiently and effectively.
- Evaluate student progress effectively, keeping records and reports required by the school.
- Build appropriate and professional mentorship relationships with students.
Qualifications
- A Master's Degree.
- Completion of 12 credit hours in education courses or a valid state teaching certificate.
- Passionate about teaching in an environment of young women.
- Demonstrated use of classroom technology and experience using it as a tool for learning (Microsoft products, Adobe Creative Cloud, iPad apps, Google apps and Interactive Whiteboards).
- Prior teaching experience at middle school, high school, or college level.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by individuals in this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required of individuals in this job classification. All job classifications may have miscellaneous job duties assigned on an as needed basis. Management, at the appropriate level, retains the right to assign and change the duties of any position at any time.
