ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
400 Lake Street • Ithaca, New York • 14850
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| We envision 6000+ Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem solving, new scientific discoveries, new products and services, individual and organizational learning, education, business success, interpersonal and intrapersonal communications, all social change and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious. Our Mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking; to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding; and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence. |
Position Title: 1.0 Technology Education Teacher
Brief Description: Provide instruction in technology class.
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Have excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to apply culturally responsive teaching strategies to motivate and engage students from diverse backgrounds and range of interests.
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Have a firm understanding of the engineering design process, modeling and prototyping in a multitude of materials; work collaboratively with interdisciplinary team.
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Be able to problem solve individually and work as part of a dynamic, interdisciplinary team.
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Demonstrate an ability to improvise and adapt to new conditions within the ever changing field of technology.
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Familiar with a wide array of tools and machines as well as material processing, including but not limited to: CAD, CAM, CNC, 3D printing, welding, and laser cutting and engraving.
Current Location: DeWitt Middle School
Anticipated Date: February 5, 2024
Posting Dates: December 17, 2023 – Until Filled
Ithaca City School District values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, people with disabilities, and those with lived experiences.
Application Requirements:
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Resume/CV
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Cover Letter (may combine with MANDATORY Writing Sample)
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Proof of Certification (or pending certification)
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Three (3) Letters of Reference (required for External Candidates)
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MANDATORY Writing Sample (See prompt below.)
| MANDATORY Writing Sample Writing Sample required for application to be complete Please upload in writing sample or with cover letter |
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ICSD has a diverse student population representing a variety of races, gender identities, learning needs, social economic status, sexual orientations, languages, national origins, etc. Describe your teaching strategies and/or experiences for effectively educating students from diverse backgrounds. Please give specific examples of how you respond effectively to students who have a variety of identities, and/or respond effectively to students who are different from your own identity. How do you ensure success for every student? -
Tell us about any personal and professional experiences you have had that would help you help us to fulfill our district equity goals. -
The Ithaca City School District is a 1:1 district in grades 3-12. Please provide examples of how you have used or your vision for using digital technology in instruction. Also, please provide evidence of how you stay current with students’ digital world. |
Required Qualifications:
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The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.
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Possession of (or proof of eligibility for) New York State certification in Technology is required.
Desired Characteristics:
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An educational leader whose competency, energy, and commitment will help ensure that students thrive;
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Proven ability to interact effectively with students and their families who represent cultures that are diverse in terms of race, class, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and other characteristics in order to build an effective and collaborative school community;
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Ability to implement culturally responsive curriculum; create an inclusive classroom; and differentiate instruction in order to engage the learning styles and needs of each student as an individual.
Salary Range: $51,241– $73,141 (10-month full-time base)
Apply To: https://ithacacityschools.recruitfront.com
| The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status. |