1101 14th Street NW, Washington DC 20005
Posted: 07-Nov-24
Location: Austin, Texas
Type: Full Time
INNOVATION, DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY TEACHER
School Year: 2024-2025
Classification: Exempt
Reports To: Innovation & Design Coordinator / Heads of Section
Location: Austin, TX
Job Closing Date: Open Until Filled
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary/Objective
Magellan International School has an opening for a full-time Innovation, Design & Technology Teacher. This position will work closely with the Innovation Team, Heads of Sections, and International Baccalaureate (IB) Program Coordinators to implement the school's maker-centered learning program and to expand technology course offerings at the Secondary level. This position will teach design, innovation and technology classes to Upper Primary and Secondary school students. Candidates who possess a "maker" mindset, innate curiosity, and commitment to student-centered learning are encouraged to apply!
Essential Functions
- Foster students' development of a maker mindset by incorporating a variety of frameworks including maker-centered learning, tinkering, and design thinking in the classroom.
- Instruct, demonstrate, and model for students the safety and basic use of a variety of hand, powered, and digital fabrication tools.
- Lead students through an inquiry-based exploration of materials and construction techniques.
- Meaningfully integrate literacy, design, and making across grade levels.
- Collaborate with the Innovation team to develop lesson/activity plans guided by the daily schedule.
- Guide peers through various innovation frameworks and challenge habitual ways of thinking.
- Encourage a school culture of inquiry, innovation, creativity and engagement.
- Collaborate with the Innovation team and the Secondary team to identify and implement new technology course offerings such as robotics, programming, web design and digital media production.
- Act as a sounding board for teachers to test and explore new solutions and options, and give advice based on their experience.
- Collaborate with the Innovation team to prepare and facilitate innovation workshops, and/or report on new ideas learned through professional development, workshops, and conferences.
- Effectively communicate information and respond to questions from children, parents, colleagues, administrators, and visitors.
Essential Functions As They Relate To:
Students
- Promotes high standards and expectations for all students for academic performance and behavior.
- Adapts teaching to meet students’ needs and abilities.
- Serves as a role model for students.
- Maintains a safe and creative environment for students.
Faculty
- Supports teachers and co-workers.
- Attends all staff/ faculty meetings.
- Keeps up-to-date records of attendance, curriculum and assessment tasks.
- Carries out supervision at break times, lunch times, and other times as required
Parents
- Communicates professionally and effectively to parents about student progress.
- Establishes a positive relationship with each student's family
- Make presentations to parents as needed.
- Attends parent meetings when required.
- Communicates and collaborates with parents of high needs students.
Community
- Participates in fundraising and marketing efforts to support the growth of our non-profit, independent school.
- Identifies local community offerings and communicates opportunities to school community
- Creates and maintains connections with relevant community resources
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in technology or educational field
- A minimum of two years of teaching' experience
- Experience using innovation frameworks and maker-centered pedagogies
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary
- Experience in integrating IT with teaching
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of curriculum development and planning, child development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management and assessment
- Ability to create a stimulating classroom environment
- Ability to utilize the local context and environment to enhance learning
- Ability to collaborate with parents
Technical Skill Requirements
A willingness to learn a variety of innovation-related skills including programming, electronics, 3D design and printing, laser cutting, as well as hand and power tools and the maker-centered pedagogies that support their use in schools.
Personal Attributes and Skills
- Dynamic, empathetic communicator
- Child focused - warm, caring, and supportive
- Passion for teaching and learning
- Flexibility and willingness to work with teams
- Desire to be part of a growing school by committing to its vision and mission
Salary and Benefits
A competitive salary based on experience and a total compensation package including medical and supplemental benefits, optional 401K, and paid vacation and sick days.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office as well as a classroom environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones and photocopiers and requires lifting, bending, standing, and stooping.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
“Core” work hours:
- Mondays: 8:15 am to 5:30 pm
- Tuesdays to Fridays: 8:15 am to 4:15 pm
- Availability during occasional nights and weekend events
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position, to include fingerprinting at the expense of the applicant, if no record exists for the applicant in the Texas Department of Public Services database. CPR/First Aid and Mandated Reporting Certificates will also be required for any employees working with students. These fees will be paid by Magellan or reimbursed upon completion of the required training.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification form, I-9. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the school.
AAP/EEO Statement
Magellan International School provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetics, or status as a Veteran. In addition to federal law requirements, the Magellan International School complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.