Upper School Computer Science Teacher

Job Details

Job Location
91 - New York, NY

Salary Range
$67,675.00 - $134,227.00 Salary/year

Description

THE SPENCE SCHOOL

UPPER SCHOOL COMPUTER SCIENCE TEACHER

Full-time, to begin August 2025

Overview

Spence's Computer Science Department seeks a dynamic educator with upper school experience to join a collaborative team that aspires to teach girls and young women how to leverage the power of the computer to implement algorithms to solve problems and engage in creative self-expression.

Responsibilities

• Teach four sections of Upper School Computer Science
• Collaborate with department members to refine curriculum and explore innovative teaching methods
• Participate in department-wide initiatives about issues of equity, pedagogy, and curriculum

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Finds joy in working with high-school students and in school life
• Approaches work with optimism, energy, kindness, and a sense of humor
• Demonstrates cultural competency and skills engaging with and learning from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Possesses a passion for computer science
• Regards collaboration as an essential component of professional growth and values working on a team
• Enjoys a commitment that extends beyond the classroom, including contributions to the larger school community
• Possesses a computer science degree or equivalent experience
• Has sustained upper school teaching experience

Spence is committed to an equitable program and a diverse faculty and student body. We therefore actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds.