Middle School Design Technology / Computer Science at American International School of Johannesburg

Preferred Qualifications:

• Secondary license or certification for teaching Design Technology and Robotics/Electronics programming
• Bachelor of Science or higher
• Bachelor of Education or higher

Preferred Experience:

• Successful experience designing and implementing curriculum using the Educational Technology Standards
• Design Thinking and the Design Process
• Lego Mindstorm / SPIKE Prime / VEX Robotics
• Leading STEM Competitions
• Traditional wood working equipment, Lazer cutters, 3D printers
• Inquiry-Based Learning
• Concept-Based Curriculum Design
• Understanding and experience with MTSS
• CASEL - SEL Framework
• Assessment Design
• Adaptive Schools
• Integration of ISTE Technology Standards
• First aid / CPR training
• Coaching, service learning, and club facilitation

Performance Responsibilities: 

• The Middle School Design Technology teacher will teach five periods of an eight period rotating block schedule.  The assignment of this subject is dependent upon the strengths of the successful candidate and will be made by the principal.  
• A 35-minute Advisory period happens three times per week and is also included in the teacher’s responsibilities.  Weekly team meetings will occur (or more frequently if required). 
• Lead a Middle School Robotics Team that competes in various competitions throughout the school year
• PGCT AISJ values continuous improvement and provides weekly professional growth and collaboration time from 2:00  pm to 4:00 pm on Wednesdays.