Technology & Innovation Teacher

POSITION DESCRIPTION

We are seeking an innovative and adaptable Technology Teacher to inspire students from kindergarten through sixth grade. The ideal candidate will guide learners through interactive, hands‑on experiences that build critical thinking, creativity, and technical proficiency. By bridging foundational computer literacy with advanced problem‑solving, you will empower students with essential 21st‑century skills, cultivate responsible digital citizenship, and foster a lifelong love for exploration, creation, and innovation.

This is a full-time, 10‑month, exempt position.

The employee will maintain a healthy learning environment that supports the Charlotte Preparatory School mission statement and upholds the four pillars of leadership:
Respect, Integrity, Perseverance, and Courage. Charlotte Preparatory School is committed to sustaining a professional, inclusive, and collaborative environment where diversity in thought and culture is welcomed.

Effective Date:
August 6, 2026

• Plan, prepare, and deliver a comprehensive technology curriculum that aligns all lessons with the ISTE Standards.
• Instruct students in keyboarding and digital literacy to build a strong foundation for safe and efficient use of technology.
• Develop student proficiency in the effective use of Google Workspace applications, emphasizing document formatting, digital collaboration, and the presentation of information across various digital formats.
• Introduce students to computational thinking, basic coding, robotics, and the age‑appropriate, ethical use of artificial intelligence tools.
• Partner with lower and middle school classroom teachers to design, coordinate, and support integrated technology projects that enhance core academic subjects.
• Teach critical concepts surrounding digital citizenship, cyber safety, data privacy, and the ethical use of technology.
• Establish a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom culture that encourages creative risk‑taking, collaboration, and mutual respect among students.
• Implement consistent classroom management strategies and digital routines that ensure students use hardware, software, and online tools responsibly, safely, and efficiently.
• Participate in required meetings, committees, and school‑wide events.
• Engage in professional development to stay current on educational trends, research, and standards to strengthen curriculum and instructional practices.
• Fulfill assigned community duties, including but not limited to carline, lunch duty, and on‑call coverage as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of Lower School and/or Head of School.

• Bachelor’s degree required, technology‑related field and/or Master’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in an independent school setting and/or a valid teaching certificate is preferred.
• Proficiency in Google Suite, Seesaw, and other applicable educational software.

• Team‑oriented with the ability to work effectively with all members of the Charlotte Prep community.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with high levels of attention to detail.
• Positive, enthusiastic, flexible, and warm personality.
• Strong work ethic, proactive, and success‑oriented.

Reports directly to the Head of Lower School. Please direct resume, cover letter, and references to Mrs. Megan Wright, Head of Lower School; mwright.

Charlotte Preparatory School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, or any other legally protected classification applicable to Charlotte Preparatory School in administration of its educational policies, employment policies, admissions policies, financial aid, athletic and other school‑administered programs.