Instructor 10M Computer Programming 11th Grade (Wake Early College of Information & Biotechnologies)

Position Description

This position is responsible for providing effective instruction for assigned courses, and will provide instruction to high school students within the Wake Early College of Information and Biotechnologies.

Responsibilities and Duties (*Essential Functions)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.
*Workload will include providing two or more blocks of instruction daily (16 - 28contact hours weekly) to 11th graders as articulated in the WCPSS/WTCC agreement for the Wake Early

*Generates appropriate and purposeful lesson plans using backwards design template and Webb's Depth of Knowledge learning model, including
substitute plans that incorporate employability and soft skills in the content

*Assists the Wake Tech/WCPSS liaison in advising students, maintaining records,and N/A tracking success and persistence

*Participates in Individual Educational Planning (IEP) with students and parents

*Instructs and guides the class in an effi cient and eff ective manner

*Maintains accurate records of student work and attendance

*Prepares thoroughly for each instructional period

*Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment

*Grades and returns student work in a timely manner

*Counsels students regarding their grades and progress in the course

Acts as an ambassador to Wake Tech and WCPSS by carefully attending to protocols, regulations, and agreements

Engages with WCPSS in Professional Learning Teams (PLTs) when necessary to reinforce collaborative protocols between career programs and academic core
Offers specialized, contextualized tutoring assistance to students when requested and feasible

Provides instruction at other Wake Tech campus sites as needed

Constructs classroom materials that support the goals of the course

Designs curriculum and a schedule of instruction

Maintains regular office hours

Stays abreast of most current teaching methods and technology in the classroom assessment techniques to improve learning and teaching

Serves on college or department committees as needed

Attends Professional Development opportunities when possible

Assists with establishing goals and objectives for the course, selecting text and constructing a syllabus

Maintains communication with instructors from other divisions in order to keep courses up-to-date and appropriate

Participates in graduation exercises

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of and proficiency with instructional and computing technologies, including computer hardware, Windows operating systems (desktop and server), virtual desktop environments (VDI), and web-based tools such as the Blackboard learning management system.

Ability to use a wide variety of teaching methods to promote learning

Be innovative, creative, motivated

Ability to exhibit good interpersonal skills and work well with others

Ability to maintain records accurately and be able to meet deadlines consistently

Good organizational skills

Ability to perform normal duties with minimal supervision

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Demonstrated resourcefulness, initiative, enthusiasm, and a sincere interest in helping students reach their maximum potential

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Two plus years of demonstrated experience with JavaScript including proficiency with contemporary software development practices such as Git/GitHub version control and CI/CD pipelines.

Two or more years of experience with SQL

One year of experience working in the Information Technology field

Or any equivalent combination of education or experience

Relevant certification in programming or emerging technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence, or a willingness to obtain required credentials when needed.

Unofficial transcripts must be attached with your online application or submitted to Human Resources immediately after applying. Without transcripts, your application may not receive full consideration.

Preferences:

Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Teaching experience in the computer technologies field