Computer Science Teacher
4 months ago
Indianapolis
Job DescriptionSalary: Job Summary: Covenant Christian High School (Indianapolis) seeks a committed Christian educator to fill a full-time Computer Science position beginning the 2025-26 school year. Duties/Responsibilities: • Plans and develops an engaging, age-appropriate course of study in the classroom, adhering to educational best practices and state and school district curriculum guidelines., • Designs and delivers individual lesson plans in one or more academic, technical, or vocational subjects using a variety of teaching techniques and appealing to various learning styles., • Prepares materials for lessons, assignments, and tests; evaluates, corrects, and grades student performance., • Monitors students progress throughout the year and evaluates preparedness for graduation, vocational school, or college, as appropriate., • Collaborate with Academic Advisors, Academic Dean, Dean of Students, and the Mathematics Department Head, • Administers standardized tests in accordance with district and state laws and policies., • Communicates progress and concerns with tact and professionalism to parents and, as appropriate, other faculty, staff, and/or principal., • Builds and maintains positive relationships with parents., • Enforces safety and security standards for students, staff, and visitors., • Maintains required paperwork for individual student files, attendance and incident reports, and other necessary records., • Monitors halls, study periods, and lunchrooms with other faculty and staff., • Participates in faculty meetings, educational conferences, in-service opportunities, workshops, and other training seminars., • Robotics Team, • STEM certified competitions, • Supervises the behavior of students in the classroom, on school grounds, and on educational trips. Required Skills/Abilities: • Thorough understanding of the pedagogy and best practices of education., • Desire to mentor high school-aged children and ability to adapt to their developmental status., • Strong supervisory and leadership skills to manage and control the classroom., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain professionalism and tact in high-stress situations., • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail., • Creative analytical and problem-solving skills., • Proficient with Google Suite & Canvas., • Ideal applicants will be equipped to teach using both online and traditional methods and have global perspectives developed through study abroad., • Bachelors degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics or STEM Education required; Masters degree highly preferred., • State licensure preferred, • Must be willing to pursue an Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) teaching certification, • Ongoing maintenance of all requirements regarding professional courses and in-services required., • Prior teaching experience is highly preferred., • Specialized training in teaching secondary school-aged children is preferred. Physical Requirements: • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times., • Must be able to traverse school facilities and lead students to safety in the event of an emergency. About Covenant: Covenant Christian High School is recognized as an exemplary school and employer. These are a product of pursuing and valuing both relationships and excellence. Please include a cover letter that explains why you are interested in the role and in what ways you might add value to our organization.