Purpose
The ideal candidate will have the ability to create a learning environment that challenges students at all ability levels and encourages inquiry, collaboration and creativity. Teachers will be required to integrate technology into classroom activities; differentiate instruction; effectively utilize formative and summative assessments; use data to inform instruction; etc. Seeking a candidate with a passion for technology and the ability to teach computer programming courses. Master's Degree preferred. Subject areas may include computer applications, desktop publishing and webpage design.ย Preferred candidate should be certified to teach Introduction to Computer Science, Computer Science 1 and Computer Science 2.
Qualifications
Certified teacher in the state of Indiana or Instructor acceptable to Higher Learning Commission. Degree required in area of specialty. Acceptable degrees include Computer Education, Computer Science, Business, Workplace Specialist: Computer Science or Programming, CTE: Business Services and Technology or CTE: Business and Information Technology. PLTW Computer Science certification preferred, including Computer Science Essentials, Computer Science Principles, Computer Science A, and/or Cybersecurity. Ability and desire to teach is dual credit credentialed in Computer Science is preferred. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work in a team environment. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. Special consideration given to those with a master's degree in the content area.