Professor - Computer Science jobs in Attleboro, MA

Position Type: Full Time - 10 months

Hours: 7:45am to 2:45pm, with Esports practice taking place after the school day

General Job Description:

A teacher is a 10 month employee. The teacher will report directly to the Dean of Academics. In collaboration and consultation with the Dean of Academics, the teacher will create a classroom environment by which all students are engaged in the learning process as they make daily strides toward reaching their academic potential. The teacher will play an essential role towards helping each student fulfill and embrace the mission of Putnam Science Academy. You will also be the assistant coach for the Esports team. As an assistant your duties are to aid the department to align with our values and goals set by our Head Coach.

Major Duties and Responsibilities for Teachers:

Teacher responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

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  Adherence to the hours of employment per the contract: 7:45am - 2:45pm;

• Availability for extra help after school at least one day a week;

• Serving as an active member of the new advisory program, including special events/meetings that occur after school;

• Fostering a positive, classroom climate for students

• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning and which adhere to all PSA academic policies and procedures;

• Instruct and monitor students in the appropriate usage of learning materials and equipment;

• Post lesson objectives for every new lesson presented within the classroom;

• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate classroom instruction;

• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules in accordance with PSA disciplinary policies and procedures;

• Provide qualitative and quantitative feedback on student work in a timely manner;

• Analyze information acquired from student assessments in order to make adjustments to teaching strategies;

• Maintain and update accurate and complete records of student progress and development as required by school regulations and applicable educational laws;

• Prepare required reports on students and activities;

• Attend and participate in departmental, school, and parent meetings;

• Follow curriculum guidelines and actively collaborate with colleagues on all curriculum mapping activities;

• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, Assistant Head of School for Academics, the Administration, and parents regarding student progress;

• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities;

• Provide appropriate levels of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities;

• Assign, assess, and grade all daily practice, formative, and summative assignments as well as submit grades for progress reports and report cards within required deadlines;

• Demonstrate skills in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds;

• Participate in all admissions-related activities as required;

• Encourage parent and community involvement;

• Obtain information for parents when requested,

• Promptly respond to all forms of communication in a timely manner;

• Participate in appropriate professional activities;

• Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations as directed by the administration per weekday and weekend duty schedule with a rotation of weekend responsibilities

• To maintain high standards of professional behavior towards colleagues, students and parents;

• Undertake administrative and instructional duties as assigned by administration.

Esports Assistant Coach Position:

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  Aid in organizing practices and recording games

• Aid in recruiting players to the team meeting the goal of recruitment numbers as set by the Head of Schools

• Work with the students to create a collaborative and positive team environment

• Counsel the student-athletes on academic, athletic and social issues

• Transport students to and from competitions

• Market the team to colleges and universities to held assist students in getting scholarship to further their educational goals

• Meet regularly with the team to establish trust and a mentorship relationship

• Work closely with the players, to motivate them, identify their strengths and weaknesses and make sure they are playing at their best

Community Standards:

• To be a role model for students;

• Develop a relationship with students which is professional, firm, caring and friendly;

• Maintain an appropriate and professional distance with students in informal situations;

• Be friendly, helpful and welcoming to parents and others visiting or making contact with PSA

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• 6 Paid time off days

• 3 Sick days

• Bereavement