Upper School Computer Science and MathScience Teacher

Description

Division : Upper School

Job Title : Full Time Upper School Computer Science & Math / Science Teacher

Status : Exempt full-time school year

Salary : $95000 - $115000

ABOUT POLY

Founded in 1907 Polytechnic School is the first nonprofit coeducational K-12 independent school in Southern California. The meaning of polytechnic as many arts is reflected in the schools ambitious and student-centered educational program. Nationally recognized as a K-12 educational leader Poly develops the unique intellect talents and character of each student through transformative teaching within a diverse community devoted to academic excellence the creative arts the camaraderie of team sports and service to others.

Poly strives to be an inclusive community that fosters academic excellence and personal growth by ensuring that all of our 870 students nearly 65% of whom identify as Students of Color are seen heard and valued as their authentic selves. We respect the dignity and worth of every individual and seek to celebrate the joy the love and the creativity that emanate from the human spirit. Throughout our Lower Middle and Upper Schools students faculty and staff commit to deepening our understanding and knowledge of ourselves each other and our ever-changing world.

Within our community of care Poly students build the confidence and capacity to think critically and creatively to become responsible global citizens and intellectual leaders. Taught by an extraordinary faculty Poly graduates are ready to fulfill the promise of their talents and lead meaningful purposeful lives.

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POSITION PURPOSE : Polytechnic School is looking for a dynamic Upper School Computer Science Teacher who can also teach in the Math or Science departments. We seek a candidate who is passionate about student growth and committed to the belief that every student can excel in advanced STEM courses. They will be joining a faculty that values collegiality espouses high standards and provides mutual support and collaboration.

Reporting to the director of the Upper School the successful candidate will take a student-centered approach to all school work and will use the schools mission to design and support the academic extracurricular social and emotional success of students.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Teaching 4 courses in Computer Science and Math or Science to Upper School students plus serving as an advisor;
• Planning preparing and implementing appropriate labs;
• Collaborating with other members of the math / science departments to prepare course materials including syllabi homework assignments assessments and supplementary materials;
• Administration and timely evaluation of classwork assignments and assessments;
• Prepare and maintain student attendance records grades comments and other required records;
• Plan evaluate and revise curricula course content course materials and methods of instruction;
• Provide assistance and advice to students during free periods and before and after school;
• Collaborate with members of the math / science departments the Upper School faculty and the entire K-12 community;
• Engaging robustly in fostering diversity equity and inclusion to promote a healthy learning environment;
• Regular participation in professional development opportunities to maintain and grow both expertise in the subject matter and inclusive pedagogical practices in the subject matter;
• Enthusiastically participate in the greater life of the school particularly extracurricular activities as an advisor or spectator and chaperone;
• Be knowledgeable in new trends and developments within computer science education & pedagogy;
• Be available to parents students administration and colleagues outside the school day when needed;
• Willingly take on other duties as needed.

SALARY

Polytechnic School is committed to attracting and retaining talented dedicated employees through a competitive compensation plan that is commensurate with experience.

BENEFITS

A full benefits package includes medical dental and vision coverage and a 403(b) retirement plan.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals Poly will recruit hire train and promote faculty and staff without regard to an individuals race color sex gender identity genetic information sexual orientation (including heterosexuality homosexuality and bisexuality) national origin ancestry citizenship status uniformed service member status marital status pregnancy age medical condition and physical or mental disability (whether perceived or actual) or any other consideration made unlawful by federal state or local laws. School policy also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. This policy governs all aspects of employment including selection job assignment compensation discipline termination and access to benefits and training.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements and Work Environment Qualifications :

Required Experience :

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Key Skills

Computer Science,Experience Working With Students,Classroom Management,Communication skills,Algebra,Behavior Management,Classroom Experience,Lesson Planning,Conflict Management,Teaching,Tutoring,Word Processing

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 95000 - 115000