Computer Science and Robotics Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Computer Science and Robotics Teacher - Full Time

Stuart Hall School – Staunton, VA

Stuart Hall School, an independent Episcopal day and boarding school serving grades 6-12, seeks a full-time Computer Science and Robotics Teacher to join our dynamic learning community and contribute to a college-preparatory program based on Mastery principles. This is an opportunity to contribute to our skills-based curriculum and engage students in an environment that prizes curiosity and intellectual risk taking in the pursuit of knowledge.

Position Highlights

Computer Science and Robotics Teacher 's responsibilities include:

• Teach multiple sections in the Upper School, primarily computer science and robotics, but with the possibility of standard high school math and science classes.
• Implement Mastery Learning principles by providing clear standards, assessment scales, and assessments.
• Integrate technology into instruction by using tools such as Google Classroom.
• Provide timely, meaningful feedback to students.
• Participate in fostering an inclusive and collaborative school community.

General Responsibilities

• Serve as an advisor to a group of 8-12 students.
• Involvement in the residential life program, either as an on-campus resident serving as a Dorm Parent or Campus Support, which includes a weekly duty night and a rotation of weekend duties throughout the school year, or as a member of the Weekend Duty Team, which includes leading or chaperoning weekend student activities periodically throughout the year.
• Leading or facilitating a co-curricular program or serving as a coach for an interscholastic or club team.
• Attendance at regular school gatherings such as chapels and all school meetings; at all faculty meetings and professional development days; and at major school events such as Orientation and Graduation

About the Candidates

Being aware that some individuals will not apply for a position unless they have all of the qualifications, this qualifications list has been written to encourage people with a range of experiences and backgrounds to apply.

Required attributes for all candidates

• Bachelor's degree.
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in the areas of computer science typically covered at the high school level as well as the ability to develop a robotics program for grades 6-12.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to implement a skills-based curriculum.
• Ability to exert force regularly to lift, carry, push, pull, reach for or otherwise move objects, including textbooks and other teaching materials. Sedentary work involves sitting, standing, and walking around the classroom.
• Valid driver's license required as well as ability to pass a background check
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to travel around various parts of the school building and campus. Some areas of the historic main campus are only accessible by stairs. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to allow employees to perform essential duties.

Preferred Qualifications (absences will not harm application)

• Master's degree or higher.
• Experience leading a robotics program at the middle or high school level.
• Experience with Standards-Based Learning and instructional differentiation.
• Previous experience in a boarding school setting.

Why Stuart Hall?

Located in Staunton, VA , a vibrant small town frequently ranked among the best in the U.S., Stuart Hall offers a close-knit academic community, innovative curriculum, and a commitment to student growth . Our Staunton Is Our Campus initiative provides unique experiential learning opportunities.

A full job description, with additional details, is available in the link at the bottom of this page.

To Apply

Submit a resume and cover letter through our online application portal. Stuart Hall School values diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity . The School is an equal opportunity employer. The School provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and job applicants without regard to an individual's race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation, age, disability, genetic information or any other factor prohibited by applicable law. All aspects of personnel management – including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, recruitment, layoff, discipline, termination, compensation, benefits, training and working conditions – will be administered in accordance with this policy. Each employee is expected to do their part to maintain a working environment free of discrimination, harassment and retaliation.

Position requires the ability to pass a background check.