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Description
Colorado Academy seeks dynamic candidates for the position of Upper School Computer Science and Robotics teacher. This is a full-time, 11-month faculty appointment that consists of four sections of teaching and an advisory. The position begins in mid-August 2024.
The Upper School CS Department offers a diverse and exciting range of courses, including introductory programming, robotics, ASR Computer Science Principles, AP Computer Science A, data structures, and algorithmic art. The ideal candidate will be comfortable creating developmentally appropriate curricula, be willing to explore innovative approaches to teaching, have experience establishing a supportive and engaging classroom environment for students, be willing to differentiate to meet the needs of students, and value collaborative work with and feedback from colleagues, administrators, students, and parents/guardians.
Requirements
At least two years of experience teaching computer science in an educational environment is preferred or equivalent professional experience in a computer science/engineering related industry.
Additionally, the ideal candidate will:
Candidates should be eager to join a professional community where collaboration is valued and where openness to growth is the norm. Additionally, candidates will be expected to share in the day-to-day life of the school community, which includes serving as an advisor and organizing and running a one-week Upper School Interim. Excellent interpersonal skills are required. Demonstrated intercultural competence, which we define as the ability to understand and bridge diverse perspectives, identities, and lived experiences, is a must.
All teachers at CA are expected to carry out the CA Mission, "Creating Curious, Kind, Courageous, and Adventurous Learners and Leaders," to support the vision of the Upper School, and to contribute to the life of the school outside of the classroom.
This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants, please include a cover letter with your application submission.
The pay range for the position is $55,000-$89,500. Colorado Academy reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range. Any discrepancies that may exist do not relate to sex. The Academy offers an excellent compensation package, wide-ranging opportunities for professional development, and an environment notable for its dedicated teaching professionals and supportive administrators. Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 403(b) retirement plan. Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document.
Applicants are invited to visit the Colorado Academy website (www.coloradoacademy.org) to learn more about the program and the school.
Colorado Academy does not discriminate or allow unlawful harassment in any of its programs, procedures or practices on the basis of age, color, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, political affiliation, race, religion or creed, gender, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military service, marital status or other protected classifications defined by applicable law. The policy applies in all aspects of employment with the Academy.
Full Time
Elementary & Secondary Education
$54k-89k (estimate)
03/28/2024
05/27/2024
coloradoacademy.org
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
25 - 50
1906
Private
KRISTEN ANN PARKER
<$5M
Elementary & Secondary Education