Brookline High School is looking for a thoughtful and collaborative computer science educator who thrives in a fast-paced, student-centered environment.

The candidate is responsible for creating a supportive, challenging, respectful classroom environment that fosters students’ natural curiosity while developing their skills and understanding of content. The candidate is comfortable employing a variety of appropriate instructional methods to meet the needs of all learners. The candidate is familiar 2016 Massachusetts Digital Literacy and Computer Science (DLCS) Curriculum Framework and has demonstrated experience with relevant curriculum. Additional subject matter knowledge will include strands and topics from the 2016 Massachusetts Science and Technology / Engineering Curriculum Framework (including HS-ETS-1 – engineering design, HS-ETS-2 – materials, tools, and manufacturing, and HS-ETS-3 – technological systems). The ideal candidate has the ability to contribute to program development and curriculum design in a meaningful way. The candidate possesses a demonstrated skill and working knowledge of various programming languages (i.e. Python, Java), as well as experience with secondary educational settings. Experience with physical computing (i.e. Arduino, Microbit, Raspberry Pi, Lego Robotics) preferred. 

The ideal candidate prioritizes relationship building, has experience designing engaging learning experiences, loves working with high school students, and demonstrates enthusiasm for cooperative learning environments, both in their classroom and beyond it.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Demonstrating appropriate long and short-term preparation for classroom instruction
• Holding high expectations for all students 
• Organizing and using a variety of teaching techniques, strategies, materials, and technology to maximize the learning of each child, individually and in group settings
• Assessing student progress, providing specific feedback, and using the results to adjust instruction as needed
• Establishing an environment that is conducive to student learning and builds a sense of community 
• Maintaining consistent routines and procedures to create a safe student learning environment for all students

Required Qualifications:

• MA Teacher Licensure 
• Educational and/or employment experience directly related to computer science
• Proficiency in teaching students in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Working knowledge of relevant frameworks and technical standards
• Excellent classroom management skills
• SEI endorsement

TERMS: BEU UNIT A

***All employees must be vaccinated and maintain full vaccination as a condition of employment or work as an on-site vendor/contractor, unless they receive approval for a documented medical or religious exemption in accordance with relevant state and/or federal law. For a full copy of the Covid-19 vaccination policy please click here.

The Public Schools of Brookline is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their teaching or practice to the diversity and excellence of the PSB community. 

The Public Schools of Brookline is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Members of underrepresented groups and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.