Computer Science Teacher
Jefferson Academy Secondary (7-12)
Job Title: Secondary Teacher – Grades 7-12
Salary Range: $51,598.05 - $125,997.51 Potential for additional duty pay for club or activity sponsorship. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, CO Pera Retirement, Jeffco Empower Retirement, and Paid Time Off
Work Year: 185 Days
Location: Secondary Campus
Reports to: Principal
Summary: Responsible for establishing, instructing, and maintaining a learning environment for students using curriculum in grades 7-12. Prepare lessons and engaging units which encourage students to utilize critical thinking skills, collaborative discussions and imagination.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- This position is responsible for providing a content rich computer science curriculum for students in grades 7-12.
- Maintain a safe, organized classroom that supports students' learning and collaboration in a multi-class environment.
- Facilitate independent learning through Canvas Instructure while providing small group instruction and individual assistance.
- Adapt teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and paces within the multi-class setting.
- Monitor and maintain a positive classroom environment that supports school-wide behavior expectations while managing multiple courses simultaneously.
- Develop and implement engaging computer science curriculum for various skill levels and courses utilizing Canvas Instructure for course management.
- Demonstrate mastery of related subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials.
- Engage in collaborative planning with grade level and electives teams.
- Establish and maintain appropriate relationships with students, parents, staff, and community members by communicating in a tactful, courteous, and confidential manner.
Education and Experience: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Education or content area is required. Completed secondary PLACE/Praxis II exam may be required.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Current Colorado-certified teaching license with a secondary subject specific endorsement or ability to obtain Colorado license is required.