6th-12th Computer Science Teacher

Position Overview

Prep Public Schools Computer Science teachers support student achievement, growth, and mastery of grade-level content. They provide students with critical thinking and writing skills needed for AP and high school-level curriculum and prepare them for an increasingly technology-focused world. There are two roles available: one for middle school and one for high school; for high school, this course replaces the 3rd level science requirement.

• Implement state learning standards, Prep curricula, and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations
• Learn, master, and deliver content and grade-level curriculum, core content objectives, and texts
• Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback
• Implement formal and informal assessments to track each student’s progress and learning needs, adjust lesson plans accordingly, and update the gradebook weekly
• Communicate students’ progress with students and families on a weekly basis
• Leverage technology effectively for communication, instruction, and task management to enhance student achievement
• Establish a structured and consistent behavior management system aligned with campus-wide initiatives, fostering student character and classroom community
• Contribute to a positive and engaging school culture that supports student learning and enthusiasm
• Build and maintain strong relationships with students and families through trust, understanding, and respect for their communities
• Provide targeted tutoring sessions to support student learning needs
• Actively participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, school duties, and campus-wide meetings and events
• Engage in ongoing professional development through summer and year-round learning opportunities at the network, school, and personal levels
• Commit to a minimum of 37.5+ hours spent at school per week
• Take on additional responsibilities, such as after-school tutoring or Saturday school, as needed to support student success

• One Big Family:
  We are a community that supports one another, showing up like family, sharing our stories, and being accountable. We strive to be positive role models, have fun, and strengthen our bonds.
• Grit:
  We are fully invested in all we do, resilient in adversity, and lean into difficult experiences to discover what we’re capable of.
• Do More, Achieve More:
  We pursue excellence with a growth mindset and believe every Prep scholar can pursue a post-secondary pathway to reach their potential.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution required
• Certifications:
  
  Must hold a valid Tennessee teaching license with the proper endorsement code for the assigned subject and grade level OR be willing to pursue licensure with the proper endorsement
• Experience:
  
  Experience in an urban K-12 classroom setting strongly preferred

• Related coursework indicating experience or exposure to the content
• Knowledge of the core academic subject and ability to pass a grade-level Prep content assessment
• Basic knowledge of curricula and instructional practices or implementation
• Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt to a variety of situations in the school environment

• Academic Excellence:
  Achieve a level 5 growth on the Tennessee Value-Added Assessment System
• High-Quality Instruction:
  Achieve an “Effective” or higher rating on the Project COACH rubric in the summative evaluation
• Forging Relationships:
  Achieve 80% or higher on parent and student surveys at the end of year

Prep Public Schools offers a competitive salary and benefits package, with retirement plans through the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS), including a hybrid 401(k) and pension plan. TCRS is among the top-funded state pension plans in the U.S.