High School Computer Science

About the role

NEAST Academy for Aerospace and Advanced Technologies is a public regional STEM school. Our coaches facilitate learning through hands-on, project and problem-based instruction thoughtfully designed to challenge students. Teachers are committed to ensuring that every student graduates ready for college, careers, and life. They foster a culture of collaborative inquiry, providing students with the STEM knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to participate in a technologically-rich society.

Essential Job Functions

• Plan, prepare, and deliver rigorous, engaging lessons in a way that builds upon individual strengths and offers students maximum opportunities to participate in their own learning.
• Engage all students in learning using a contextual project-based instructional format.
• Lead students to develop soft skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration.
• Utilize technology to facilitate instruction and maximize student learning.
• Employ a variety of assessment tools and strategies to measure student progress toward learning, college, and career goals.
• Select and utilize different instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs.
• Counsel students through service as an Advisor in the Advisory Program.
• Promote high expectations and the skills needed for success beyond high school.
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
• Promote family support of students’ learning experience within the context of multicultural understanding and competencies.
• Promote and enhance the instructional program by leveraging home, school, and community partnerships to address barriers to learning and achievement.
• Develop and provide training and educational programs that address the goals and mission of the educational institution.
• Demonstrate personal commitment to professional growth through participation in professional learning activities.
• Contribute as a member of a high-performing team.
• Perform other duties as assigned and as necessary to fulfill the day-to-day needs of the school.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• A strong academic foundation with the ability to integrate STEM across content areas.
• An understanding of the emotional and social development of children and the influences of family, community, and cultural differences on student success.
• Familiarity with current trends and leading innovations in education.
• The ability to work effectively in a collegial, team-centered environment.
• An intrinsic motivation and dedication to continuous professional and personal growth.
• The ability to effectively engage parents and community in the learning process.
• The ability to integrate technology into the classroom to enhance learning.

Minimum Training & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field; Master’s degree or higher preferred.
• Minimum of three years experience as a middle or high school teacher preferred.
• NC Professional Educator’s License preferred, but not required; Must be eligible to obtain license within 3 years.

Benefits

• State Retirement Plan
• State Health Insurance
• State Salary Schedule & Local Supplement
• Supplemental Insurance & 401k Plans Available
• Professional Development
• Family Atmosphere
• Travel Opportunities