Roles and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Teach Computer Science from an introductory to advanced level to students in grades 6-12. This would include skills such as coding, robotics, web design, and data science. 
• Serve as an advisor for a group of 8-10 students, providing guidance in academic, extracurricular, social, and personal areas, and serve as the school’s key liaison to parents for this group.
• Serve as an instructor in our signature experiential learning opportunities both on campus and away throughout the year, including our experience-centered seminars which take place over 3 weeks in March, and sometimes require travel.
• Attend all faculty meetings, department meetings, and other meetings as required.
• Be able to collaborate effectively.
• Complete grades/comments, advisor letters, and other forms of academic communication in a timely, professional manner.
• Promote the development of character, community, and curiosity in all dealings with students, including enforcing school rules.
• Use variety, creativity, and flexibility to motivate and inspire young learners.
• Facilitate the development of a positive class culture that supports learning and personal growth.
• Appreciate and support varying learning abilities through robust lesson planning and rigorous assessment.

• Provide regular and useful student feedback and maintain assessment records.
• Communicate with students and families on a regular basis.

• Know the developmental and academic abilities of one’s students.

• Pursue opportunities for professional growth on an annual basis.
• Adhere to the standards described in the Employee Handbook. 
• Perform various student supervisory duties. 
• Provide tech support to faculty and attend the tech advisory meetings to develop and support tech implementation at CSS across divisions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School. 

The position’s preferred qualifications:

• MA/MS or equivalent in a related field 
• Experience teaching Advanced/AP courses
• Experience teaching courses from 6th through 12th grades
• Independent school experience
• Demonstrated and successful history with innovation in the teaching of science, technology integration, curriculum design, and experiential-based learning 
• Experience in teaching English Language Learners (ELL), particularly international students

Personal Qualities:

• Possess an innate ability to engage and inspire students through innovation and creativity
• Team player willing to work collaboratively with department, colleagues, and families
• Innovative mindset with a focus on student-centered learning and technology
• Attentive to details/conditions as they pertain to student whereabouts and safety
• Enjoy building relationships with students and their families 
• Eager to participate in other aspects of school life

Salary Range: 

$43,000.00 to $45,000.00 annually

About The Colorado Springs School

Set on a beautiful 28 acre campus at the foot of Pikes Peak, The Colorado Springs School (CSS) serves a population of approximately 300 boys and girls, age 3 through grade 12, preparing them to think independently and to meet the challenges of a dynamic world with leadership, ingenuity, problem-solving skills, and personal integrity. CSS is unique in its emphasis on project-based learning which incorporates local, regional, national, and international field studies. Through small classes and close relationships with experienced, supportive, and passionate faculty, CSS has prepared students for advanced study since 1962.

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