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Form of workSCHOOL INFORMATION:Located in Waukesha, Wisconsin, Mill Creek Academy is set to open in fall 2023-24 as part of the National Heritage Academies network of schools. Through a character-based approach to education, we inspire our students to excel academically and think creatively to reach their full potential. Our dedicated teachers help students apply critical-thinking skills to solve real-world problems.
As a result, students are prepared to tackle 21st century challenges and excel in college, life, and beyond.For more information on Mill Creek Academy click https://www.nhaschools.com/schools/mill-creek-academy/en.HIGHLIGHTS:* You can make a difference by directly impacting the life of a student.* You will receive regular coaching and development opportunities to grow your skills and career.* You will have access to resources, including support from our curriculum and instruction team, credentialing team, and the school leadership team.* Benefit eligibility dependent on full or part-time status: medical, dental, vison, company-matched retirement plan and tuition reimbursement.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* The Technology Teacher / Coordinator will provide K-12 student technology instruction and ensure educational technology at the school is operational and well-managed. The ideal candidate has experience teaching K-8 technology classes using ISTE Standards and enjoys managing technology and troubleshooting. The position will allocate approximately 90% of the time to student technology instruction and 10% to building-wide technology administration and support.
Student technology instruction is focused on creating future-ready, digitally literate learners who are able to use technology to complete current assignments, transition into the digital workflow expectations of high school, and explore emerging technologies foundational to STEM careers. National Heritage Academies (NHA) Technology Standards provide additional direction on specific foundational computer skills and online safety skills needed for all NHA students. Building technology coordination is needed to keep the school's educational technology and network infrastructure in working order.
In partnership with NHA's IT Department, the Technology Teacher / Coordinator will manage the deployment and life-cycle of NHA-provided hardware and perform intermittent troubleshooting to the hardware and network infrastructure. This staff member will also help students access online educational applications by managing the school's Clever Student Portal and customize online access for students at their school by managing Chrome settings via the Google Admin Console. The Technology Teacher / Coordinator also acts as the State Testing Technology Coordinator and may be asked to act as the Lead NWEA MAP Testing Proctor.QUALIFICATIONS:* Must hold a valid teacher license or meet alternative requirements in the state you are applying.* Knowledge and experience in education technologies.COMPANY INFORMATION :National Heritage Academies (NHA) partners with communities to build and operate public charter schools.
Founded in 1995, today NHA has over 100 schools in nine states, serving more than 60,000 students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Our schools are designed to eliminate the achievement gap and provide school choice to families so their children are prepared for success in college, career, and life. In fact, a majority of our schools consistently outperform their local district on the state test.
According to the Center for Research Outcomes at Stanford University, NHA is a leading performer among charter schools and management organizations, outperforming both conventional district schools and other charter school operators. In addition, according to our employee survey, over 90% of respondents agree that the work they do is meaningful to them. Join us.
Together we impact a life.To learn more about our core values, please click here.National Heritage Academies is an equal opportunity employer.
