MS Computer Literacy Teacher

Dr. Richard Izquierdo Health & Science Charter School is seeking an enthusiastic and/or experienced Computer Literacy teacher to provide instruction to our middle school students. Under the general supervision of the Middle School Principal, the Computer Literacy teacher will work collaboratively with other teachers to provide a well‑rounded learning experience in Computer Literacy for students.

• Exhibit an understanding of and skills relevant to the subject area(s) taught
• Demonstrate an ability to make topics and activities meaningful and relevant to each student
• Integrate available technology resources compatible with students’ needs and abilities
• Develop lesson plans that are clear, logical, and sequential
• Plan with appropriate specialist(s) to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students

• Link present content/skills with past and future learning experiences
• Effectively use various instructional strategies (e.g., modeling, cooperative learning, collaboration, and reading and writing in the content areas) to differentiate learning for all students
• Use questioning strategies to engage students and promote learning
• Monitor students’ understanding and adjust teaching when appropriate
• Maximize student learning by providing opportunities for all learners to participate actively and successfully
• Explain content and demonstrate skills in a variety of ways to meet the needs of all students
• Hold each learner individually responsible for learning
• Ensure students learn the proper way to type and build their skills over time
• Plan and execute showcases, including for bulletin boards, events, and feature the students’ work

• Use results of a variety of assessments to monitor and modify instruction as needed
• Use teacher‑made and standardized tests appropriately to measure student performance
• Use oral, non‑verbal, and performance tasks/projects for assessment
• Organize, maintain, and use records of student progress to make effective instructional decisions
• Continuously monitor students’ progress before, during, and after instruction, and provide meaningful feedback
• Demonstrate competence in the use of acceptable grading/ranking/scoring practices in recording and reporting student achievement

• Use precise language and acceptable oral expression and written communication
• Articulate clear learning goals and instructional procedures for the lesson to the students
• Model caring, fairness, courtesy, respect and active listening
• Model concern for students’ emotional and physical well‑being
• Seek and maintain positive interactions with students in all school settings
• Seek information about student interests and opinions

• Enforce the school’s student behavior policy
• Communicate clear expectations about behavior to students and parents
• Actively monitor student behavior and provide constructive feedback to students and parents
• Create a physical setting and establish routines that promote learning and minimize disruption
• Structure transitions efficiently and constructively
• Manage emergency situations as they occur in school settings

• Maintain a professional appearance and comportment
• Interact with colleagues and students ethically and professionally
• Carry out duties in accordance with established policies, practices, and regulations
• Select appropriate channels for resolving concerns and problems, and maintain confidentiality
• Complete all classroom and school assignments and responsibilities timely and effectively
• Participate in professional growth activities including conferences, workshops, coursework, and committees or membership in professional organizations
• Explore and apply knowledge and information about new or improved methods of instruction and related issues
• Identify areas of personal strength and weakness and seek improvement of skills and professional performance

• Initiate communication with parents or guardians concerning student progress or problems in a timely manner
• Respond promptly to parental concerns and encourage parental involvement…