Digital Literacy Teacher

Overview:

We are seeking a high capacity, fiercely positive, and growth-oriented Digital Literacy (Computer Science) teacher to lead our Scholars for the 2021-2022 school year.

Background on the Organization:

Circle City Prep is deeply committed to supporting all students to live up to their power and potential through a rigorous college prep education. Circle City Prep is an elementary school built on research and best practices of high performing charter schools nationwide and is uniquely focused on educating students on the Far Eastside of Indianapolis.

Circle City Prep’s philosophical approach to creating a transformational school for the students of Indianapolis is based on three foundational beliefs: 1) Every child, no matter race, socio-economic status, zip code or home language, can be on a path to college; 2) Students thrive in a structured and supportive environment; and 3) Teaching leadership and self-advocacy is a critical component to building our country’s future leaders. For more information, please visit our website: www.circlecityprep.org.

Job Description:

This is where you come in. Circle City Prep is looking for a Digital Literacy Teacher to join our family. You will help create a school that will change the game for Scholars in Indianapolis. Founding a school is hard work, and we are seeking a collaborative, creative, and resilient team member to help bring our vision to reality.

Job Responsibilities:

• Creates, edits, and revises a scope and sequence for respective course
• Writes and delivers lesson plans in a timely manner that are engaging and effective per student data
• Supports the academic, emotional and behavioral development of all scholars
• Implements warm/strict classroom instruction
• Serves as point person for general tech related issues across the school
• Cultivates positive, collaborative relationships with families and maintains consistent communication
• Commit to teach an extended daily schedule: 7:15am – 4:00pm

 Requirements:

To be considered as an Enrichment Teacher, you must:

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting, preferred
• Experience or certification in computer science programming or web design, preferred
• Creative thinker who can develop engaging digital literacy programming in school
• Belief in and alignment with Circle City Prep’s core values and educational philosophy is non-negotiable
• Willingness to work occasional weekend and evening work hours required
• Pass criminal background check, as required by law