Faculty - High School - Computer Science

Description

The High School Computer Science Teacher will be responsible for teaching computer science courses to high school students, including introductory and advanced levels. The teacher should have a strong understanding of computer science principles, programming languages, and practical applications. They will develop engaging lesson plans, prepare course objectives, and monitor student progress to ensure academic success. Participation in faculty meetings, educational conferences, and professional development workshops is essential. The teacher should demonstrate strong critical thinking, communication, and organizational skills while promoting a positive classroom environment and upholding high professional standards.

Requirements

• Instruct and engage students through diverse teaching methods to enhance student comprehension.
• Prepare students academically and in character for college and life-long success.
• Develop course objectives and outlines following curriculum guidelines or state and school requirements.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction as needed to ensure success.
• Administer tests, record results, and develop progress reports for parents.
• Maintain classroom standards, keep attendance records, ensure discipline, assign lessons, and correct homework promptly.
• Communicate regularly with families as partners in education.
• Participate in faculty meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
• Sponsor student activities or organizations and counsel students on academic issues.
• Provide collaborative support to teachers, staff, and parents.
• Demonstrate critical thinking, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Maintain attention to detail, accuracy, timely implementation, and quality performance.
• Exhibit honesty, integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Meet high professional standards of behavior and dress. 
• Attend all HS Administrative meetings.
• Perform other duties as requested by High School Administrators or Head of School.

The Christian Academy of Knoxville (CAK) teacher must be a spiritually sensitive individual who understands the mission and philosophy of the school. The teacher must be a born-again Christian with spiritual maturity and the academic and leadership abilities necessary to teach God’s truth. Skills in effective communication with diverse individuals, appropriate handling of confidential information, and maintaining a courteous, professional, and respectful attitude, along with integrity in all situations, are prerequisites.