Upper School Computer Studies Teacher/Director of STEM Education
Job Level
Senior position
Post Date
05/07/2017
Job Category
Director, Teacher / Instructor
Sector
Job Status
Areas of Responsibility
Shorecrest is seeking an accomplished and student-centered Computer Science and Robotics teacher. The ideal candidate will be comfortable teaching students across the four grade levels with different levels of background in Computer Science, from Introduction to Programming to Advanced Placement Computer Science . There is also the possibility of teaching a post-AP Computer Science or Interdisciplinary elective. The candidate will have a passion for teaching and a commitment to student learning and development. The ideal candidate will also be enthusiastic about innovative pedagogies, such as discussion-based teaching and Project Based Learning.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent
- Experience with Java, Python, C, C++, C#, Scheme, Javascript, PHP, MySQL, HTML and other related programming and scripting languages
- Experience with animation and design software such as Maxon Cinema 4D, Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop and Animate, AudoDesk Inventor and CAD Solidworks
- Prior experience teaching computer studies courses, preferably at the high school level
- Experience with co-curricular coaching and advising assignments (ie Computer Club, FIRST Robotics, VEX Robotics, Engineering Club)
- Knowledge of instructional design and curriculum development
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Commitment to a community that values equity, diversity and inclusion
- Willingness to collaborate with teachers across the Shorecrest campus
- Demonstrates leadership and facilitative skills
Founded in 1923, Shorecrest is one of the oldest independent schools in Florida. Last year, 70% of its graduates matriculated to universities outside the state of Florida. Its curriculum is challenging and offers students multiple opportunities for advanced study through its extensive AP program, advanced elective and online offerings, and and an Independent Study option. St. Petersburg is a vibrant and growing city, named as one of the world’s most attractive small cities for art. It has a lively downtown, abuzz with outdoor concerts and markets, and it is within minutes of some of the most beautiful beaches in the country.
Interested Candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Fatima Morlando, Upper School Administrative Assistant at fmorlando@shorecrest.org.