High School Computer Science/Computer Repair Content Specialist (2025-2026)
il y a 17 jours
New York
Job DescriptionHigh School Computer Science/Computer Repair Content Specialist (2025-2026) Positions Report to High School Program Manager and OST High School Program Team Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from September 9th, 2025 - June 16, 2026 Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm; plus 2 hours of paid planning and meeting/admin time per week Compensation: $44.29 per hour FHSA: Non-Exempt Who We Are Founded in 1958 as a children's reading group, East Harlem Tutorial Program (EHTP) has grown into a dynamic multi-site after-school program for students in traditional public schools and a network of public charter schools dedicated to dramatically increasing the college graduation rate in East Harlem. We believe that all young people deserve access to an excellent education without having to leave their community. East Harlem is a vibrant neighborhood that has long faced systemic educational inequities, and we work in close partnership with students and families to help them unlock their limitless potential. Our schools and programs provide rigorous, engaging academics combined with holistic support, ensuring that students develop the critical thinking skills, confidence, and knowledge necessary to excel in college and beyond. At EHTP, we strive to be an agent of change in the fight for racial equity, recognizing that education is a powerful tool for transformation. Through a rigorous, student-centered curriculum, we prepare our scholars to challenge the status quo, think critically, and become leaders who shape a more just world. Our commitment to anti-racism is woven into every aspect of our work—from our instructional practices and professional development to our organizational policies and community engagement. As educators and staff, we continually examine our own biases and identities, ensuring that our classrooms and programs are spaces of inclusion, empowerment, and academic excellence. Read our racial equity statement here. About the Opportunity We believe that great teachers make a difference for our scholars. EHTP seeks a dedicated and enthusiastic Robotics Coding content specialist to plan and implement a curriculum for high school students in our after-school program. As a Computer Science/C-tech content specialist, you will be responsible for planning and facilitating coding and computer repair lesson plans to ensure students are ready for rigorous high school robotics competitions, CodeNext, and other opportunities. In addition to teaching the coding course, all content specialists support the daily operations and success of our High School Program. This includes but is not limited to taking attendance, communicating expectations with students, team meetings, and staff check-ins, and fostering a welcoming environment in your classroom, both in person and online. You are responsible for regularly assessing students' growth and using data to inform instruction. You will also support individual behavior needs and engage with students and families during personal appointments. You will always promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for students, staff, and partner organizations. As a content specialist, you play a critical role in ensuring our scholars grow academically and have a positive learning experience. This is an in-person role for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. What Qualifies You Mission and Core Values • You believe in EHTP's mission and racial equity statement., • Previous experience using Java, Python, and C++ command-based programming or experience in object-oriented programming and machine learning., • Experience creating or developing applications or software for ISO and/or Android platforms., • Knowledge of PID loops, Software Subsystems, Motion-tracking, Motor Profiling, and Vision tracking., • Ability to provide computer repair and maintenance instructions., • Skills in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing hardware and software issues., • Ability to teach computer programming and repair in a relevant and engaging way., • A belief that learning can take place outside the classroom and the ability to seize moments to engage students., • Openness to receiving and giving constructive feedback, and a commitment to professional growth., • Maintain and organize the robotics lab, ensuring all equipment is functional and up-to-date., • Coordinate with the Robotics Associate to ensure necessary resources and tools are available for instruction. Curriculum Development and Instructional Design • Prepare and teach coding or computer science courses ranging from introductory programming to advanced data structures; familiarity with languages such as Scratch, HTML/CSS, Java, JavaScript, and Python is required., • Develop curricula based on data from student feedback, and adjust based on student needs, • Facilitate student learning using various instructional techniques, including discussion, demonstration, collaborative, and technology-based formats., • Create student learning experiences and benchmarks that culminate in a final project each cycle that the class is offered., • Set clear classroom expectations and routines to establish and maintain a purposeful, supportive, and engaging environment for learning, where students feel safe, valued, and respected by both adults and peers., • Facilitate classes that foster student-led conversations and peer relationship-building, • Create ambitious goals that are based on student achievement, backward planning, and providing engaging lessons, • Attend weekly Robotics program team meetings to plan for and support upcoming events and initiative, competitions and overnight trips, • Attend weekly individual check-in with OST High School Program Manager to review lesson plans, class content, and students