Instructor - Computer Science jobs in Plymouth, MA

Canton High School is seeking an exceptional and dynamic candidate to serve as a Math/Computer Science teacher for the 2024-2025 school year and beyond (start date of August 26, 2024).  The anticipated course assignment will include one section of Computer Science for the 24-25 school year. This course is supported by Project Lead the Way funding and resources.  

The Math/Computer Science teacher will join a vibrant and supportive team that places a high priority on collaboration, creativity, flexibility, and commitment to the goals of the District and to our students, families, and staff.  

Canton High School is an inclusive community and serves over 900 students in grades 9-12.  Canton High School is committed to elevating the educational experience for our students by cultivating a school culture and climate that promotes academic growth, social-emotional learning, and high-quality teaching and learning through the purposeful design of rigorous and equitable student experiences.  

Our mathematics department recently underwent a major curriculum review and as a result, we now offer integrated pathways as well as traditional high school math courses in the College Preparatory, Honors, Accelerated, and Advanced Placement levels. 

JOB SUMMARY

Canton High School educators provide well-organized, enriching learning environments in which students can access Massachusetts standards-based curriculum and develop social and emotional skills in a safe and supportive educational environment. 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to):

1. Plan, prepare and deliver instructional practices that facilitate active learning experiences
2. Develop lesson plans and written curriculum that align with the state standards
3. Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
4. Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
5. Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs
6. Use relevant instructional technology to support a variety of learning styles
7. Observe and evaluate student’s performance and development
8. Assign and grade assignments and assessments through a variety of methods
9. Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students
10. Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development
11. Manage student behavior in the classroom and throughout the school community
12. Participate in department and school/staff meetings and professional development sessions
13. Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents/guardians regarding student progress and needs
14. Keep up to date with advancements in subject area curriculum, teaching resources, and instructional practices and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Valid Massachusetts DESE teacher certification in Mathematics, 8-12
2. Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
3. Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) endorsement 
4. Highly Qualified as per Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)
5. Proven ability to relate to a variety of constituencies, including but not limited to administrators, parents/guardians, teachers, students, other school staff 
6. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
7. Familiarity with Google Suite and other instructional technology platform

Preferred Experience:

Familiarity with Computer Science curriculum or willingness to participate in professional development/training

REPORTS TO: Department Chair and Building Administrators

SUPERVISES: Not Applicable

COMPENSATION: per Collective Bargaining Agreement

If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to reach out to the below contact for this position to discuss your application.