Computer Technology Teacher - Shared Time Program (Part Time)

About the Role

Livonia Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified Computer Technology teacher for our Shared Time Program to develop and sustain academic-focused instruction. The teacher will identify and implement best practices in instruction and student achievement, and motivate students to acquire knowledge in computer technology and robotics.

District Overview

Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,900 staff members, serving approximately 13,300 students from pre-K to post-secondary. The district includes 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 career technical center, 1 early childhood center, and 1 vocational and transition center. The annual budget is $175 million, with state funding of $9,608 per pupil.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming and positive classroom climate and culture.
• Exhibit a commitment to the District's Shared Vision and Collective Commitments.
• Teach skills and knowledge in computer technology and robotics.
• Develop a balanced instructional program incorporating demonstrations, lectures, and discussions; organize class activities for optimal learning.
• Adapt curricular materials and instructional methods to develop engaging, relevant, sequential lessons and assignments.
• Seek instructional technology resources and applications to enhance students' educational experience and grow professionally.
• Provide students with real-world application of technology in personal and business finance and development.
• Provide individual and small group instruction to adapt curriculum to students with varying intellectual abilities, attitudes, and cultural backgrounds.
• Integrate school improvement goals into classroom instruction.
• Maintain student classroom records using the current online record-keeping platform.
• Communicate with parents, students, and school counselors through conferences and other means to discuss curriculum, assessments, and student progress.
• Encourage students to think independently and express original ideas.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior for a safe and productive classroom environment.
• Identify student needs and collaborate with professional staff to assess and assist students and develop curriculum with the ITSE standards.
• Administer and monitor student assessments.
• Execute other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the building administrator.

Requirements

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree.
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate.
• A major in the subject area is preferred.
• Instructional knowledge of basic computer applications including MS Office, Google, and Lego Robotics.
• A passionate commitment to improving learning for all students.
• Demonstrated positive interpersonal relationships.
• Skills in individualizing instruction.
• Evidence of ability to establish positive working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Traditional pension and tax-deferred retirement savings accounts with employer matching contribution.
• Personal Healthcare Fund (PHF) with a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 2% contributed.
• Medical insurance, including prescription drug coverage, with the district contributing the maximum allowed by Michigan law:
  • Family coverage eligibility for employees working 30 hours or more per week.
  • Single coverage eligibility for employees working 20 hours but less than 30 per week.
  • Optional "cash in lieu" of medical insurance for those who qualify.
• Dental, vision, and life insurance with the district paying 100% of the premium for:
  • Employees with family coverage working 30 hours/week.
  • Employees with single coverage working 20 hours/week.
• Long-term disability coverage with the district paying 100% of the premium for employees working 20 hours or more per week.
• Employee Assistance Program offering confidential, short-term counseling at no cost.
• Paid holidays, earned vacation, sick, and bereavement days.
• Longevity pay.
• Paid "act of God" days, such as snow days.
• Opportunity for career advancement.
• Children of employees living outside the district may attend Livonia Public Schools via schools of choice.

Conditions of Employment

The work year, salary, and fringe benefits will be consistent with the current agreement between the Board of Education and the Livonia Education Association.