Middle School 6Th Grade Computer Science Teacher

Job Description Responsible for providing instruction on a wide range of computer science courses, including an introductory survey course, introductory Javascript, and Code.org or similar curriculum to meet North Carolina Computer Science standards.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students on Javascript and other relevant technologies.

• Instruct students on how computers work, including the basic science and mathematics behind their operation and the hardware and the software built on those foundations.

• Teach how to write computer programs and algorithms.

• Keep records of grades, grade papers, and perform other administrative duties as needed.

• Create projects designed to enhance classroom activities.

• Read and stay abreast of current topics in computer science.

• Create lesson plans.

• Utilize various curriculum resources.

• Integrate competencies, goals, and objectives into lesson plans.

• Utilize curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served.

• Utilize professional development opportunities to increase computer science knowledge and pedagogical skills.

• Work with the administration and technology team to ensure initiatives are being met.

• Tutor students on an individual basis. Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility

Qualifications Profile

Valid North Carolina License in Computer Science, Math, Science 6-9 preferred but not required

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignments, including transition to teaching program experience .

• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.