Pasco, Washington
Posted: 22-Nov-24
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Type: Full Time
Categories:
IDEAS Faculty - Computing & Innovation (6 - 12)
Job Title: IDEAS Faculty - Computing & Innovation (6 - 12)
Department: IDEAS@PDS
Reports to: Tosha Arriola, Head of Upper School
FLSA Status: Exempt
PDS Status: Faculty, full-time, benefited
Founded in 1970, Providence Day School is an independent, nonsectarian, coeducational college preparatory school serving approximately 1,825 students in transitional kindergarten through 12th grade. Committed to academic excellence, global diversity and character development, PDS seeks to inspire in its students a passion for learning, a sense of social responsibility and a commitment to personal integrity. Cited for excellence by the U.S. Department of Education, the College Board Advanced Placement Program and the National Council of Teachers of English, PDS provides a challenging and diverse college preparatory curriculum.
PD is recognized as one of The Charlotte Observer’s “Top Workplaces 2024”, “Top Workplaces 2023”, “Top Workplaces 2022”, “Top Workplaces 2019”, as well as, “Top Workplaces 2018”. This award is particularly special because the results are based solely on confidential responses from our employees. Additionally, PD is recognized as one of greater Charlotte’s 2018 and 2019 Healthiest Employers by the Charlotte Business Journal. This award demonstrates the school’s commitment to promoting the health and wellness of our employees and the importance of appropriate work-life harmony.
The Providence Day School community welcomes people of diverse backgrounds and beliefs who share a commitment to respect one another and accept differences. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer with a policy of nondiscrimination in the treatment of employees or applicants for employment without consideration of race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability, gender or gender identity.
Providence Day School is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, is a member of ABC (A Better Chance), and holds memberships in the National Association of Independent Schools, Southern Association of Independent Schools, North Carolina Association of Independent Schools, Educational Records Bureau, National and Southern Associations for College Admission Counseling, the Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development, and the College Board.
This position is a full-time, 10 month exempt position beginning August, 2025 or sooner.
Responsibilities: This IDEAS Faculty member focusing on computer science and Esports (6 - 12) will report to the Head of Upper School and will be responsible for teaching/redesigning a variety of Upper School Computer Science courses as well as collaborating with other IDEAS@PDS teachers. This position will foster an interest in computational thinking at the US level through class visits, guest speakers, and curriculum. This position will include heading the middle and upper school ESports program. This individual will serve as an advisor for Upper School Students.
Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree is required. It is preferred that the degree be in Computer Science or a related field. Experience in working with the Google Suite of apps is desired. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience and/or a willingness to teach AP Computer Science courses. Additionally, a growth mindset is needed to teach courses in an evolving program.
Salary and Benefits: Providence Day School is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding employees through a compensation plan that compares favorably with those of other independent schools both locally and nationwide. Individual salary levels are competitive and are determined by educational background and experience.
Application Process: Applicants should submit a cover letter of interest, current resume, college transcript, three letters of recommendation, and a list of references with telephone numbers. Materials should be sent to the provided email address.
PDS.Entrepreneurship@providenceday.org
This position is open until filled. Providence Day School is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).
This IDEAS Faculty member focusing on computer science and Esports (6 - 12) will report to the Head of Upper School and will be responsible for teaching/redesigning a variety of Upper School Computer Science courses as well as collaborating with other IDEAS@PDS teachers. This position will foster an interest in computational thinking at the US level through class visits, guest speakers, and curriculum. This position will include heading the middle and upper school ESports program. This individual will serve as an advisor for Upper School Students.