Computer Science​/STEM Teacher, University Middle School

Advertised Title Computer Science/STEM Teacher, University Middle School

Campus Location

Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN)

Position Number

Position Number 024105

Category

Category Full-Time Faculty

Department

Department Middle School Campus

Position Summary

University Middle School at The University of Memphis seeks to fill a supervising faculty position for Computer Science and STEM for grades 6th – 8th. A bachelor’s degree and an active Tennessee teaching license is required with endorsements that allow for teaching middle grades.

The computer science STEM faculty member will be a thought leader in code, networking, computing, transforming complex concepts into captivating lessons, and developing tech enthusiasm in our students.

The school is interested in applicants with instructional experience, training in innovative strategies of teaching and learning (including differentiated instruction), project based learning, or other effective research-based instructional models. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate excellence in teaching, a commitment to school improvement, an understanding of (and commitment to the) education for all learners, and a willingness to assume a leadership role in the school.

Supervising teachers instruct middle aged students as well as supervise/coach/mentor pre-service education majors at the University of Memphis College of Education. University Middle School is consistently one of the top performing academic middle schools in Shelby County.

This is a 10 month faculty position at the University of Memphis with full benefits.

Minimum Position Qualifications

• Active Tennessee teaching license as found in the TNCompass public search tool with an endorsement that allows for teaching high school subjects or the ability to obtain a TDOE permit.

Posting Date

Posting Date 09/04/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Screening Begins No

Hiring Range

Hiring Range All faculty position salaries are commensurate with experience and aligned to the University Schools Supervising Faculty Salary Schedule ($50,000 to $80,000) with opportunities for extra compensation and access to the tuition benefits.

Full-Time/Part-Time

Special Instructions to Applicants

Instructions to Applicant regarding references

Is this posting for UofM employees only?

Is this posting for UofM employees only? No

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