Design Teacher and Technology Integrator

Dwight School is seeking a full-time Design Teacher and Technology Integrator, 6-12beginning in August 2018.   The position includes the following benefits of working in the Technology Department at Dwight:

• Grade 6-10 students at Dwight School receive technology instruction through Design courses, which encourage students to learn, think, and act as a designer

• Dwight School’s technology program features 1:1 iPads in Grades 1-4 and 1:1 MacBooks in Grades 5-12

• Dwight School launched an innovative student incubator through its Spark on Innovation program

The daily responsibilities of the Design Teacher and Technology Integrator, 6-12 are to:

• Teach design-focused technology classes in grades 6-12

• Work with faculty on the increased integration of purposeful technology in their curricula, refreshing existing curricula with innovative uses of technology where appropriate

• Develop and deliver internal academic technology training for teachers across divisions

• Model innovative technology use for other Dwight faculty members

• Mentor students through Dwight School’s Spark of Innovation incubator program

The ideal candidate will meet the following qualifications:

• Teaching experience in one or more of the following disciplines: computer science; design; engineering; library and media; technology

• Experience working in a school with a 1:1 program

• A record of success teaching to a range of learners

• Experience with the IB Middle Years Program Technology/Design (preferred)

• Ability to contribute positively to the community with patience and humor

Interested candidates should submit their most recent resume and cover letter via e-mail to techposition@dwight.edu with the subject Technology Teacher.