Illinois Association Of School-posted 3 months ago
Entry Level
Steger, IL
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We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Middle School Technology Teacher to join our dynamic faculty team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching technology and digital literacy to students in grades 5-8, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and 21st-century skills in a collaborative learning environment.

  • Design and deliver engaging technology instruction aligned with curriculum standards and school goals
  • Teach topics such as digital citizenship, coding, robotics, computer applications, web design, and multimedia production
  • Integrate project-based learning and real-world applications to enhance student understanding
  • Create lesson plans that support differentiation and accommodate diverse learning styles
  • Maintain a safe and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student exploration and innovation
  • Collaborate with other teachers to integrate technology across the curriculum
  • Assess student progress through formative and summative assessments; provide timely feedback and support
  • Manage and maintain classroom technology and instructional equipment
  • Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school events
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and trends in education
  • Adapt the curriculum to provide individual, small-group, or remedial instruction to meet the needs of the individual pupil
  • Encourage students to think independently and to express original ideas
  • Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment
  • Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems
  • Communicate with parents and school counselors on pupil progress
  • Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned workday
  • Work with students and other classroom teachers in such activities as preparing material for the school newspaper or yearbook, assisting with PTA programs, or coordinating entries in essay contests
  • Administer group-standardized tests in accordance with the district testing program
  • Participate in curriculum and other developmental programs
  • Participate in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities
  • Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and in self-selected professional growth activities
  • Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)
  • Bachelor's degree in Educational Technology, Computer Science, Education, or a related field (Master's preferred)
  • Valid state teaching certification or ability to obtain certification in relevant subject area
  • Prior teaching experience at the middle school level preferred
  • Strong knowledge of current educational technology tools and Google Suite
  • Ability to motivate and inspire students with a range of abilities and interests
  • Excellent communication, classroom management, and organizational skills
  • A growth mindset and commitment to ongoing professional learning
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