Computer Science Teacher

Carney, Sandoe & Associates, an education recruitment firm, is currently seeking Computer Science Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year at independent schools in the Los Angeles area.

Responsibilities:

Design thoughtful lessons and activities for four sections of computer science classes. Teaching assignments may vary from year to year.

Maintenance of computer hardware including 3D printers and robotics.

Ability to communicate basic programming skills such as iteration, conditionals, and variables.

Help students demonstrate their thinking clearly and systematically.

Be available to students outside of class throughout the school day for additional help.

Design formal and informal assessments that measure student progress. Employ a variety of formative and summative assessments to gauge student progress toward mastery.

Give timely feedback and grades on written work and tests.

Collaborate with parents and other teachers to offer individualized support of each student’s learning goals.

Communicate effectively with students and families about classwork, learning goals, and student progress including writing comments home to parents at least once a semester.

Use the school’s learning management system to keep students informed about their responsibilities, grades, and expectations.

Foster and maintain a culture of mutual respect, equitable practice, and joy, in and out of the classroom. Demonstrate cultural competence and communicate and collaborate effectively across differences.

Set high expectations for student learning, academic achievement, and character development.

Serve as adviser, engaging in the advising curriculum.

Continue to advance personal understanding of pedagogy by reading, attending conferences and workshops, and participating in the school’s professional growth and development plan.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field are required.

Advanced studies, professional experience, and/or a master’s degree are preferred.

Deep knowledge of the course content in computer science and the ability to convey that knowledge to students clearly and coherently.

Expertise in coaching students to communicate effectively in speech, on the computer, and on the page.

Demonstrable and effective classroom management skills.

Expertise in sponsoring or coaching an extracurricular activity preferred.

Ability to work well with people, especially adolescents.

Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Capacity to work independently and on a team.

Excellent communication and public-relations skills.

Strong organizational skills and time-management skills.

Computer skills including desktop publishing, and Microsoft Office software, learning management systems, and online teaching techniques.

Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Potential Benefits: Compensation and benefit packages are competitive but will differ by school and will typically depend on geographic location, your experience, and your level of degree.

Competitive pay

Professional Development Opportunities

️ Classroom Resources

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan – Employer match

️ Paid holidays, vacation and personal time

Housing (boarding schools only)

About CS&A

Our job placement service is free to job seekers. By getting to know you personally -- beyond just your resume -- we connect you directly with hiring schools whose open positions match your specific requirements (location, school type, position type, etc.) and skills, saving you the time of sorting through hundreds of job postings and getting lost in a pile of resumes. More importantly, as an educator you deserve to have someone on your side who can help you find a position in a school community where you'll thrive. That's our mission.

We have positions available throughout the United States and abroad including but not limited to: Boston, New York City, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, Baltimore, Charlotte, Atlanta, Miami, Houston, Dallas, Cleveland, Detroit, Chicago, Pittsburgh, Denver, Phoenix, Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, and Los Angeles.

Carney Sandoe does not discriminate on the basis of physical handicap, sex, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national or ethnic origin in administration of its services, consulting, events, professional development, or other programs.

Industry

Primary/Secondary Education

Employment Type

Full-time

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