Middle School Technology Teacher

Middle School Technology Teacher

CGPS seeks an outstanding, student-focused Technology Teacher to join our technology

team. We follow the Project Lead the Way curriculum that uses activities, projects, and problem-based learning experiences with real-world applications. Educators must be certified by Project Lead the Way in order to teach the course. CGPS will pay all associated costs for attending the course training. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach Middle School Technology classes, following the PLTW Design and Modeling course for 6th grade, Computer Science for Innovators & Makers for 7th grade, and in Automation & Robotics in 8th grade
• Collaborate with the Technology Department Head and department colleagues on instructional practices, assessment practices, and enhancements to the curriculum
• Demonstrate effective classroom management and the ability to establish and maintain a collaborative, supportive learning environment
• Establish student safety protocols for tools and equipment
• Model and teach acceptable use of technology and digital citizenship concepts and skills, including AI Literacy
• Collaborate with faculty in other departments to explore opportunities for interdisciplinary projects
• Lead clubs or robotics teams, as assigned
• Responsible for coverage of duties, as assigned

Skills and Qualifications

Skills:

• A demonstrated ability to innovate, problem-solve, and differentiate the curriculum to support and enrich the learning experience for all students.
• Experience with troubleshooting basic hardware and software issues relevant to classroom technology and STEAM education
• An intellectual curiosity, an aptitude for learning, and a commitment to ongoing professional growth
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills and a desire to work with a team
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish rapport with families both orally and in writing

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree in Educational Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical field
• Experience and/or familiarity in some or all of the following: 3D Modeling and printing, microcontrollers, Vex Robotics, and other software and hardware platforms
• Experience teaching in a classroom setting (middle school preferred)

Work Hours

• 7:45 am - 3:15 pm Mon-Fri
• Bi-weekly faculty meetings until 4:30 pm
• Start Date:  This position is for the 26-27 School Year with the new hire orientation beginning in late August

Compensation

The salary range is $71,000.00 - $118,500.00 based on completed degree programs and years of lead teaching experience. We also offer a warm and supportive culture as well as exceptional benefits, including but not limited to:

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision plans with a free medical coverage option for employee-only coverage
• Free vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical, Dependent Care, Parking & Transit
• 8% Annual Employer Contribution to retirement after one year of full-time service
• Basic Life Insurance
• Enhanced Short-Term Disability Coverage
• Long Term Disability Coverage
• Low-cost additional benefits, including voluntary life insurance, critical illness coverage, and pet insurance
• Additional Aflac policies
• Free breakfast & lunch when school is in session
• Discounted parking
• Generous holiday schedule, sick and personal time

CGPS Mission Statement

CGPS nurtures each student’s unique passions and talents inside and outside the classroom, unifying and inspiring members of its community in a rigorous but relaxed learning environment, preparing them for the finest colleges and instilling in them the confidence, ethical values, and sense of purpose to embrace challenges, to achieve their dreams, and to improve the world.

Columbia Grammar and Preparatory School is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions including hiring, transferring, and promotions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation and national origin, alienage, age, pregnancy, marital/partnership status, citizenship, military status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, genetic predisposition, status of domestic violence, or any other characteristic or status protected by law.