Middle School Science/IT Position
St. John’s Episcopal School is seeking a part-time, 10-month, middle school science teacher for the 2016-2017 school year. In conjunction with this position, we are seeking a Director of Information Technology who will be responsible for the overall planning, organization, integration, implementation, and maintenance of all IT functions at the school.
St. John’s is distinguished as a successful and challenging Pre-K through 8 school with an accelerated academic program. Faith, honesty, and hard work allow our graduates to excel in high school, college, and beyond. St. John’s does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, religion, national or ethnic origin.
Summary Description:
Science Teacher (approximately 40% of the position)
The candidate will be able to plan and provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences for middle school students that are conducive to their intellectual, physical, social and emotional development. The applicant must be skilled in classroom differentiation and be able to develop. Must monitor and evaluate student outcomes through a variety of assessment techniques, maintain appropriate records, and follow required procedures and practices. The candidate must be a strong communicator, both orally and in writing, and be able to interact effectively with adolescent students, parents, staff, and community. The candidate must also participate fully in the life of the school, in terms of curricular work, faculty meetings, and in community activities and functions.
Specific Skills:
· Thoroughly understands curriculum and best instructional practices
for teaching general science
· Can effectively design and implement science units for middle school students
· Uses a variety of teaching strategies, effective lesson planning, and classroom management techniques
· Is able to plan, deliver, and develop cross-curricular units of instruction where appropriate
· Competently infuses technology into the science curriculum
· Skilled in working collaboratively with fellow faculty members
Knowledge, Skills and General Abilities:
· Philosophically aligned with the mission of the school
· Proficient with Google Docs, Google Apps for Education, Microsoft Word, e-mail, internet searches, and
social media
Years of Experience: 3 - 5 years full time teaching experience preferred
Science Teacher Minimum Requirements:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred; elementary education or secondary degree preferred with emphasis in science.
Director of Information Technology (approximately 60% of the position)
The role of the Director of Information Technology is a two-pronged role: to manage the school’s IT department as well as to work with the faculty and staff in various technology-related capacities. As the overall IT director, the successful candidate will:
· Provide vision, leadership, and day-to-day management, maintenance, and support of the IT
department, including data network and backup systems, firewall and security issues, databases,
servers, printers, and telephone systems. He/she will ensure the coordination, security, and
efficiency of the school’s network infrastructure as well as oversee (in collaboration with the
Communications Department) the technical side of the school’s web content platform, including the
support of WordPress.
· Develop a strategic and long-range technology plan for the school with the Head and Associate
Head of School, as well as develop and manage the computer/device budget and IT budget.
· Manage vendor relations, procurement, installation, and implementation of information
· Manage inventory of all school-owned or leased equipment including desktops/laptops, iPads,
SMART Boards, projectors, copiers, printers, etc.
In working with faculty and staff, the Director of Information Technology will assess and respond to their IT needs as well as provide maintenance and support for classroom technology, office technology, and audio –visual systems throughout the school. He/she will work closely with the Head and Associate Head of School in the development and implementation of various curriculum-based initiatives to integrate technology into the instructional program.
Other faculty related support includes but is not limited to:
· Promoting the use of technology by identifying, evaluating, and recommending new and emerging
technologies for the classroom and planning and supervising internal and external training of the school’s staff
· Planning and supervising both the internal and external training of the school’s faculty and staff
Assisting with the management of the Student Information System (SIS), including the grade
reporting process, teacher Web pages, discipline, etc.
Promoting the school on local, state, and national levels through conferences, workshops,
seminars, and technology associations.
Specific Skills and Competencies:
Competency with administrative and instructional applications of technology
Current and in-depth knowledge of network architecture; telecommunication; wireless, mobile, and cloud technologies
Knowledge of administrative and academic database systems a plus
Strong organizational, technical, and analytical skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Able to problem-solve efficiently, effectively, and diplomatically
Able to prioritize and effectively manage multiple tasks
Detail-oriented
Able to work collaboratively with a team
Director of IT Minimum Requirements:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field (information technology, computer science, systems management, or related discipline); Master’s degree preferred
Years of Experience:
3+ years of progressively responsible experience in the development, installation, and maintenance of information systems; professional technical certifications from one or more: Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, etc., preferred.
How to Apply / Contact
How to apply:
Interested candidates should forward a resume, cover letter, and statement of philosophy to
Sharon Rippen, Associate Head of School, at sharon.rippen@stjes.org