Germantown Academy
We inspire students to be: Independent in Thought • Confident in Expression •
Compassionate in Spirit • Collaborative in Action • Honorable in Deed
Germantown Academy is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory day school located on a beautiful 126-acre campus in the Fort Washington suburbs near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The school serves more than 1,200 students in grades PK-12. Founded in 1759, GA is America’s oldest non-sectarian day school with rich traditions and a strong commitment to ongoing innovation of curricular and pedagogical practices.
Germantown Academy is committed to the work of equity and inclusion and believes that equal opportunity in all aspects of employment supports the mission of the school and the successful attainment of our strategic objectives. Candidates must exhibit an appreciation of, a sensitivity to, and a respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying socioeconomic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds.
Position Purpose: The Computer Science PK-12 Department Chair oversees curriculum development and implementation of computer science across three divisions and teaches computer science courses in the Upper School. We are seeking candidates for a full-time position to join our community beginning August 2024. This is a 10-month position with an excellent array of benefits and a competitive salary. 100% tuition remission is available for a total of two children who qualify for admission and for whom space is available.
We are seeking candidates who…
- Have at least two years of experience teaching students in grades 9-12 using best pedagogical practices
- Hold a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science (Advanced degrees preferred.)
- Have working knowledge of contemporary programming languages (Python, Java, JavaScript) and experience with some combination of web development, game/app development, robotics, and data processing
- Are excited to work with and support upper school-aged students (Grades 9-12)
- Have experience with multi-level and differentiated instruction within a single classroom space
- Demonstrate a commitment to student-centered learning
- Demonstrate a collaborative and growth mindset as a teacher and professional
- Possess the cultural competency necessary for working with a diverse population in an equitable and inclusive community
- Demonstrate the flexibility to use technology in support of student learning and other professional responsibilities
- Communicate well, both in writing and verbally, with colleagues, students, and families
- Model a culture of flexible, continuous learning to challenge and support students
Core Job Responsibilities
This role is a full-time teaching position with the following major responsibilities:
- Oversee curriculum development and implementation of computer science instruction for grades 6-12
- Teach AP Computer Science, Introduction to Computer Science, and other related courses as needed (Upper School)
- Collaborate with Lower School and Middle School administrators and teachers in the development and teaching of computer science in those divisions
- Plan and implement computer science “outreach” programming and events such as CSEdWeek and the CS Symposium
- Fulfill Department Chair duties, including the supervision and evaluation of other teachers and participation in divisional and all-school curriculum committees
- Participate in divisional and all-school STEAM program development and activities
- Help plan and implement faculty professional development in computer science
- Serve as a computer science resource for the following subject areas across the school: robotics, engineering, artificial/augmented intelligence
- Serve as a homeroom co-advisor for a group of Upper School students
- Be a leader in the school’s co-curricular program in meaningful ways outside the classroom by coaching, leading extra-curricular activities, etc.
- Engage in other responsibilities including attending regular faculty meetings, professional learning communities, in-service days, and other supervision duties as assigned