Middle School Computer Science & Engineering Teacher | Robotics Club Advisor | All-Girls School

"Join The Baldwin School, a distinguished PK-12 all-girls college preparatory institution with a rich history dating back to 1888, and ignite a passion for computer science and engineering in our Middle School students. In our innovative DREAM Lab, you'll champion creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving, empowering girls to become future leaders and innovators. Beyond the classroom, you'll lead our dynamic Upper School Robotics Club, fostering teamwork and technical skills."

~Addison

Responsibilities:                               

• In partnership with the department chair and colleagues, develop and teach computer science and engineering curriculum and lessons to ensure a cohesive learning trajectory from year to year;
• Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of makerspace equipment and tools, ensuring a safe and accessible environment for all students;
• Assist colleagues in integrating technology and hands-on learning into the broader curriculum;
• Seek opportunities to enhance experiential learning initiatives throughout the Middle School;
• Create an inclusive and supportive classroom community, establish routines and build relationships with students; use positive guidance, offer helpful feedback and exhibit patience, empathy and respect; 
• Assess student progress and adjust teaching plans accordingly; provide students with regular and timely feedback about their progress;
• Maintain an ongoing dialogue with parents about student progress, through emails, phone calls, report-writing and in-person conferences; maintain strong communication with colleagues, families, and administration;
• Create and regularly update a digital classroom page, using Baldwin’s learning management system (LMS), as a primary means of communicating classroom activities to families;
• Collaborate with colleagues in other content areas to design interdisciplinary and project-based learning experiences;
• Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability and a commitment to growth for yourself and your students, by actively pursuing professional development in the teaching of relevant to your teaching practice;
• Serve as Middle & Upper School Robotics Club Advisor, in partnership with the Shipley School; and
• Other duties as assigned by the Head of the Middle School or Head of School.

Qualifications:

• B.A. or M.A. in Computer Science, Engineering, or a relevant subject area; 
• 2-5 years of teaching experience in the discipline, ideally at the Middle School level;
• Proven experience in makerspace environments and familiarity with 3D design tools (e.g., SketchUp, AutoCAD, TinkerCAD);
• Understanding of design thinking and/or project-based learning methodologies;
• Experience in robotics;
• Creative, energetic, and positive approach to teaching;
• Ability to use academic technology to enhance classroom instruction; and
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to provide developmentally appropriate feedback to middle school students.

Baldwin is an equal opportunity employer, and we strongly encourage candidates of all backgrounds, genders, and abilities to apply.