About this role
TECHNOLOGY TEACHER (PreK-8th Grade) Must-Haves- High-priority skills and qualities
• Continuously reflects, grows, and develops professional practice
• Believes in the capacity of each child to achieve at high levels
• Cultivates a collaborative, adaptable, and solutions-focused culture
• Approaches all situations with an asset-based and growth mindset
• Develops and uses effective organization systems
• Communicates in a proactive, timely, and effective manner
Minimum Qualifications
• Computer Science Grades K-12 license to teach in Missouri or other state or ability to teach computer science or technology in the country in which the teacher received their training.
• Bachelor's degree in education, literacy, language, technology, computer science or a closely related field
Nice-to-Haves- Skills and qualities that are a plus but not necessarily a requirement
• Teaching experience in PreK-8 setting
• Solid understanding of academic and behavioral strategies for students with various needs
Responsibilities
• Provide technology instruction to early childhood, elementary and middle school students
• Ensures safety of students by providing active supervision
• Builds strong relationships based on mutual respect across dimensions of difference with students, families, and all stakeholders
• Provides appropriate, research-based scaffolds and differentiates instruction
• Develops and uses an effective classroom culture plan
• Collects and analyzes data, and uses it to drive decisions
• Prepares and implements daily lessons aligned to the curriculum
• Provides high-quality and consistent input in the language of instruction per the dual language model
Compensation and Benefits The annual salary for this position is competitive and rages from $50,000 – $70,440. Our salaries are well-above market rate: SLLIS salaries are higher than 97% of public schools in Missouri. Your salary would be based on the highest postsecondary degree you have obtained and the number of years of experience you have. SLLIS also offers the following:
• FREE Compressive health care package (medical, dental, vision, short term disability and life insurance)
• Low cost- buy up plan available too!
• College tuition rewards program for dependents
• Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs
• Retirement contributions of 14.5% of annual salary and optional 403b
• Supply reimbursements and a staff laptop to use
• 12 PTO days per year, plus no work in June or July!
• Other paid time off includes: one week for Thanksgiving break, two weeks for winter break, one week off for Spring break, and all major U.S. holidays. This averages 25 days per year.
• Paid parental leave for new parents
• Individualized coaching and support
• Leadership opportunities to help staff meet their career goals
Application Process Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Not all applicants will receive an interview for the position, but all applications will be thoroughly reviewed. SLLIS has a multi-stage hiring process which includes a phone screening interview, an interview with our Talent Committee and a final interview with our administration team. Commitment to Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment Policy SLLIS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. The St. Louis Language Immersion School will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. We are committed to creating a just, equitable and inclusive school, St. Louis community, and world. We actively encourage all qualified applicants to apply.