Robotics and Technology Teacher - Summer Scholar

Department: Lawrenceville Summer Scholars

Job Title: Robotics and Technology Teacher

FLSA Status: Exempt

Supervisor’s Title: Lorry Perry, Director of Summer Academics

Revision Date: 1/13/2016

Position Summary:

Successful teaching applicants will be experienced teachers who are willing to design dynamic, student-centered classes that go beyond the textbook. They will participate in Harkness trainings, since this is the primary pedagogical method used at The Lawrenceville School and thus at Lawrenceville Summer Scholars. We are seeking teachers interested in growing as educators by setting goals, observing classes, being observed and receiving feedback and evaluations. A teacher will teach one or two courses per session, be expected to attend a weekly faculty meeting, and to write a mid-session and end of session prose comment for each student by the date announced during opening faculty meetings. Teachers of math will work with students to cover a year’s curriculum for four hours, five days a week for six weeks, with ten minutes’ break each hour; most other teachers will have students for three hours a day, five days a week for three weeks, though we do offer several English and writing courses that last six weeks. In addition to designing and implementing class plans, teachers are responsible for ensuring students’ safety and medical well-being during the hours of class; teachers will receive training as to how to aid students with life-threatening allergies, in the event of an emergency. The time teachers spend in mandatory opening meetings, on class preparation, grading, comment writing, meeting with students outside of class or communicating with families or the administrative team is included in the salary. A teacher willing to help to chaperone on weekend trips, to mentor an intern or to help manage daily logistics such as student drop-off and pick-up will receive additional compensation. We will be holding classes on the 4th of July and are not able to accommodate any faculty who need to take days off for vacations, etc, during the dates of employment.

We are seeking highly motivated teachers to teach one or more course from July 4 - July 22 and/or July 25 - August 12. Training dates during the week of June 27 – July 1 TBA.

Primary Responsibilities:

Inspire students to think creatively, critically, and innovatively
Immerse students in the Technology curriculum
Implement the curriculum and organize/prepare daily lessons plans
Use effective classroom management skills to lead the activity and effectively create a fun environment where everyone feels included
Empower students to explore the world around them and solve real-life, practical issues
Impart your knowledge and expertise as an instructor, resource and guide
Lead students in the learning process through the use of 21st century skills such as: innovation, creativity, communication, critical thinking, problem solving, ethical decision making, collaboration, teamwork, time management, empathy, and leadership
Create an environment where every student views him/herself as a vital and critical part of a team
Work effectively with fellow Teachers and collaborate on daily responsibilities
Provide oversight and instruction for your classroom
Complete assigned paperwork

Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor’s degree required
Teaching certification
Current or former Teacher with at least 3-years teaching experience at the junior high or high school level
Must possess a strong knowledge of subject matter.
Experience facilitating collaborative, discussion-based classes (Harkness method preferred)
Willingness to focus on the learning process as a crucial component of the class
Ability to work effectively with a small support staff

Other Skills and Abilities:

Outstanding communication skills which include the ability to use clear, concise and grammatically correct written and oral language in all aspects of professional interaction with students, their families, peers, faculty, leadership and the larger community
Have the ability to quickly troubleshoot, and repair, simple PC/Technology problems and errors
An understanding and willingness to support the mission of the school
The ability to work effectively with others in a professional manner
Patience, positivity, care and creativity
Commitment to helping the program produce consistently high-quality work
Excellent judgment, ability to identify problems and to work quickly to find solutions
Flexibility, adaptability and a willingness to be a team player

Physical Demands:

Ability to push/pull, lift and carry a minimum of 35Ibs
Ability to respond to emergency situations which may require running (up to one mile in some cases) and climbing stairs
Good physical condition which enables teacher to execute all responsibilities associated with this position