Technology-WozEd Instructional Teacher

Next Generation Academy • Greensboro, NC

3d

About The Position

Performs a variety of tasks as an instructional technology teacher and assist with the integration of STEM across the curriculum. The teacher is responsible for designing and delivering engaging, project-base computer science and technology education aligned with the WozEd curriculum framework. This role supports students in developing computational thinking, digital citizenship, and problem-solving skills through hands-on learning experiences. The WozEd teacher collaborates with classroom teachers, Esports Teacher, integrates technology across disciplines, and fosters student curiosity in STEM and computer science. Reports to the CEO/Principal/Director of Curriculum.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred/not required) in technology, education supplemented by specialized computer courses, library science/media specialist, business education or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities in technology.
• General knowledge of the STEM curriculum.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of existing technology programs and make recommendations for improvement.
• Ability to work and communicate with diverse groups and organizations.
• Ability to develop and conduct presentations.
• Ability to use technology and to teach various technology programs to students, such as Google Suite.
• Ability to understand to the NC technology standards and to create lessons utilizing these standards.
• Ability to investigate, study and learn new technologies to teach the students.
• Ability to learn and teach the use of various STEM tools/devices such as drones, coding, and/or robotics.
• Ability to effectively express ideas orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.
• Ability to learn, understand, and execute the WozEd Curriculum and how to utilize the kits.

Responsibilities

• Provides technology instruction to students and follows the NC Digital Learning Competencies.
• Plan and deliver WozEd curriculum units/lessons that align with grade-level standards and learning objectives.
• Provides key instruction using the WozEd curriculum to teach the pathways of robotics, engineering design process, mobile development, coding, data science and artificial intelligence.
• Gathers information documenting the effectiveness of any technology program, interprets this information, and provides constructive input in evaluation of the program.
• Monitors student progress through formative and summative assessments.
• Provides constructive feedback to support skill development.
• Documents student growth in computational thinking and digital literacy.
• Attends professional development and stay current with WozEd resources and best practices.
• Participates in curriculum planning and instructional improvement initiatives.
• Provides technology instruction to students on how to utilize Google Suite, Google Classroom, general keyboarding and STEM technology equipment that is utilized within the WozEd Pathways.
• Learns and understands the WozEd curriculum.
• Differentiates instruction for learners at varying levels to foster an inclusive and welcoming learning environment.
• Maintains current knowledge of technology and instructional practices that relate to the use of technology, including in STEM careers.
• Provides resource information relating to new techniques and practices that relate to the use of technology and that enable students to use technology as a learning tool.
• Communicates with the Admin Team to share information about the technology program.
• Communicates student progress to families through reports, conferences, or digital platforms.
• Participates in all required staff meetings and curricular meetings.
• Performs other related work as required.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees