This opening calls for specific teaching qualifications set by the school.
CalWest’s partner school in the Bay Area seeks an experienced Computer Science Teacher to begin July 2024.
CalWest Required Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s Degree and/or other educational requirements listed on the job description
- Requisite skills commensurate with the position
- A reasonable commuting distance to the CalWest client school, or a willingness to relocate
- Authorization to live and work in the United States
Client School Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Education, or a related field (master’s degree preferred).
- 1+ years of teaching computer science.
- Strong classroom management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for education and promoting computer science knowledge.
- Dedication to creating an inclusive and diverse learning environment.
- Experience working with middle school students is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Teaching upper-level electives (such as Data Structures and Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, or Languages) to high school students as well as foundational programming courses to middle school students.
- Ensure lesson plans are engaging and active, which supports a positive classroom management program.
- Additional responsibilities include mentoring independent projects and teaching mini-courses related to computer science or the successful candidate’s interests.
- Foster creativity and problem-solving skills through hands-on projects and activities.
- Encourage collaboration and teamwork among students on programming projects.
Salary Range
$ 60,000 – $ 80,000
