High School Computer Science & Robotics Teacher

General Description:
Madison-Ridgeland Academy (MRA) is a college preparatory Christian school committed to educating each student’s mind, body, and spirit.

Vision: To be a preeminent, distinctly Christian college-preparatory school committed to excellence in teaching the mind, reaching the heart, and inspiring servant leaders who will impact the world for Jesus Christ.

Job Summary:
Position: Computer Technology Instructor
Hired by: Associate Head of School
Responsible to: High School Principal
Evaluated by: An annual written evaluation provided by the Secondary School Administration, which includes the High School Principal and the Director of Teaching & Learning.
Type of Position: Contracted, exempt employee paid on a salaried basis.

Employee Profile:
Spiritually, the employee shall possess characteristics that reflect the following:

• A strong, clear Christian testimony
• A mature, godly spirit
• A person of faith and prayer

Personally, the employee’s life shall reflect the following:

• A lifestyle of biblical integrity
• A spirit of dedication, commitment, flexibility, and responsiveness
• The ability to listen and respond to counsel

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach high school technology classes (experience with Scratch and Python preferred).
• Contribute to the school’s effectiveness by identifying and addressing short-term and long-range educational needs.
• Set up and modify course outlines and objectives in accordance with curriculum guidelines and school goals.
• Modify lesson plans based on student diagnostic and assessment data.
• Convey information through engaging instructional strategies that integrate technology.
• Assess student learning through testing, assignments, projects, and classroom activities.
• Maintain student progress by providing feedback, coaching, and monitoring learning results.
• Maintain records of learning accomplishments, attendance, and behavior.
• Guide students’ personal and social development by setting classroom expectations and procedures.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and academic information.
• Stay current by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and engaging in professional learning communities.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Utilize resources efficiently to maximize educational impact.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Principal.

Requirements:
In addition to experience and a strong educational background, successful candidates demonstrate the following:

• A love of working with students and an engaging teaching style.
• The ability to interact well with parents and colleagues.
• A willingness to create and promote an inclusive learning environment.
• The ability to teach computer science courses and lead the robotics program.

Essential Functions:

• Incorporating Biblical Integration into all curriculum areas.
• Strong understanding of computer applications, Microsoft Office, and VEX Robotics.
• Designing engaging lessons and implementing differentiated teaching strategies.
• Building genuine teacher-student relationships.
• Managing the classroom effectively to optimize learning.
• Maintaining regular communication with students and parents regarding academic progress.
• Collaborating with colleagues to ensure vertical alignment within the curricula.
• Strong organizational skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications:

• Mississippi Association of Independent Schools-issued Teacher’s Certification (or equivalent teacher certification).
• Bachelor’s degree in education and/or relevant subject hours.
• 2-3 years of teaching experience preferred.

Physical, Environmental, and Mental Requirements:

• Regularly standing and walking around the classroom, lecturing and monitoring students.
• Frequent sitting at a computer, requiring repetitive finger motion and manual dexterity.
• Visual acuity is required to view a computer monitor and prepare and analyze data.
• Ability to perceive sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction.
• Ability to communicate effectively, even in stressful situations.
• Primarily an inside classroom environment.
• Occasional lifting of 5 to 20 pounds.
• Subject to frequent interruptions and deadlines.

Madison-Ridgeland Academy is committed to providing a Christ-centered educational environment that fosters academic excellence and prepares students to impact the world for Jesus Christ. If you have a passion for technology education and a desire to inspire the next generation of problem-solvers and innovators, we encourage you to apply.