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Middle School Robotics and Math Teacher

We are seeking a Robotics and Math Teacher for our Middle School who will be responsible for teaching students the fundamentals of robotics and math. The successful candidate will design and implement a curriculum that engages and challenges students to think creatively and analytically. This is a full-time position with benefits.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement a robotics and math curriculum that aligns with the school's standards and objectives.
  • Teach middle school students how to design, build, program, and test robots using Fischertechnik or similar robotics kits.
  • Integrate math concepts such as geometry, algebra, and problem-solving into robotics lessons.
  • Create and deliver engaging and interactive lessons that promote student interest and engagement.
  • Provide individual and group instruction to students and provide feedback on their progress.
  • Encourage students to collaborate and problem-solve in teams to complete robotics challenges.
  • Manage and maintain the classroom and all equipment related to robotics instruction.
  • Participate in extracurricular activities related to robotics and math, such as robotics competitions or after-school clubs.
Posted: April 2023
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LocationBogotá, Colombia, South America
Start DateAugust 2023
Eligible CandidatesUniversity Graduate, Licensed Teacher
Student LevelMiddle School
Number of Vacancies1

Job Benefits

  • 1 or 2-year contract (with possible extensions) in a prestigious private school
  • Monthly salary
  • Accommodation for the first two weeks
  • Visa sponsorship
  • Airport pickup and transfers to a residence in Bogota
  • Country and city orientation and Spanish language support
  • Lunch and snacks provided at school
  • Bonus upon completion of the contract
  • Monthly salary
  • Healthcare
  • Accommodation allowance
  • Visa sponsorship
  • Airport pickup and transfers to a residence in Bogota
  • Country and city orientation and Spanish crash course
  • Transportation to and from the school
  • Lunch/Snack- Monday to Friday
  • Bonus upon completion of the contract

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates
Teaching Credential/License
Other Certification
Education RequiredBachelor
MajorSTEAM, Mathematics, Education
Additional School Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Excellent level of English
  • Bachelor's degree in Education, Robotics, Math, STEAM, or a related field.
  • Teaching certification or relevant teaching experience.
  • Strong knowledge of robotics.
  • Experience with Fischertechnik or other robotics kits.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to create a positive and engaging learning environment.
  • Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing educational needs.
  • Proficient in math concepts such as geometry, algebra, and problem-solving.
  • Excellent understanding of the principles of adolescent development

Preferred:

  • Knowledge of Understanding by Design
  • Knowledge of Marzano's New Taxonomy

About the School

From the onset, Colegio Hacienda Los Alcaparros had a special mission: to teach and educate through an approach that envisions education as an ethical, scientific, and aesthetic practice. The Alcaparros approach also includes respect for differences and for the individual process of learning that is unique to each person. Students are active participants in this ongoing educational project that is based on promoting personal development while encouraging conflict resolution. This innovative method is aimed at forming global citizens. Alcaparros students are aware, knowledgeable, and committed to ecology and large-scale global issues. Aside from what is taught in the classroom students gain knowledge through participation at an international level in conferences and enrich their educational experience through interdisciplinary project-based learning and cultural exchanges. Pedagocial Principles One sole philosophy permeates the educational project; however, the school is made up of four different schools whereby each has been specifically designed to meet the needs of the various age groups. Each of the four schools is jointly coordinated by the Academic and Human Development Departments. The purpose of this co-work is to balance both perspectives to fulfill our mission of educating children within high standards of academic rigor, emotional stability, autonomy, and responsibility. True to our principles of inclusion and respect for individual differences, the Human Development Department focuses its work on the individual. To do this, it is integrated into the curricular programs that encourage assuming clear, appreciative, and responsible positions regarding each student’s self-development and that of others. Likewise, the Department carries out programs aimed at developing social skills, conflict resolution strategies, substance abuse prevention, responsible sexuality, ethical growth, and each individual's life project, amongst others. The Academic Development Department, on the other hand, is in charge of academics and curriculum design. The Department decides what is taught in each subject area, its scope and sequence, and the type of work required by students to reach desired standards and objectives. Since its origin in 1992, Alcaparros has consolidated itself as bilingual with high academic achievements as reflected in national and international standardized test scores. Furthermore, we are pioneers in our internationally recognized theatrical performances and musical and instrumental programs. Because we believe in the importance of learning by doing, we have designed an innovative curriculum in which formal pedagogical practices go hand-in-hand with recent educational research. Our educational program is designed to promote each student’s potential, social responsibility, and appreciation for learning.