Omar Ibn Al-Khattab Academy

Computer Science and STEM Teacher

Edmonton$39K - $100K (Employer provided)

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Design, Computer Science, Physics, and STEM Lab Teacher (Grades 6–11)Job Duties/Responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide engaging, innovative, and student-centred instruction that supports student achievement and skill development in Design, Computer Science, Physics, and STEM education. Responsibilities include:

• Teaching Design courses for Grades 6–8, Computer Science for Grades 10–11, and Physics 11 in accordance with Alberta curriculum requirements.
• Leading and managing the school's STEM Lab, including planning, organizing, and facilitating hands-on STEM learning experiences for students across multiple grade levels.
• Maintaining STEM Lab equipment, materials, technology resources, and ensuring safe operating procedures are followed.
• Supporting teachers in integrating STEM, technology, engineering, coding, robotics, and design-thinking activities into their classroom programs.
• Planning and delivering hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences that foster creativity, problem-solving, critical thinking, and innovation.
• Teaching foundational and advanced concepts in design thinking, coding, robotics, computational thinking, programming, digital technologies, and physics.
• Integrating technology and project-based learning to enhance student engagement and real-world application of knowledge and skills.
• Monitoring student progress through formative and summative assessments and providing timely feedback to students and families.
• Maintaining accurate records, assessment data, attendance, and reporting using school and division platforms.
• Collaborating with colleagues to support interdisciplinary learning opportunities and school improvement initiatives.
• Supporting STEM-related extracurricular activities, competitions, clubs, and student leadership opportunities.
• Contributing to school culture through extracurricular activities and school-wide initiatives.

Education/Qualifications

In addition to demonstrating strong teaching competencies, applicants must possess:

• A valid Alberta Teaching Certificate or eligibility for Alberta certification.
• A Bachelor of Education degree with coursework or specialization in Science, Physics, Computer Science, Technology Education, Design, Engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated excellence in classroom instruction at the junior high and/or high school level.
• Strong knowledge of Alberta curriculum, assessment, and reporting practices.
• Experience teaching technology-rich, inquiry-based, and project-based learning environments.
• Effective classroom management skills and the ability to create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Experience supporting diverse learners and implementing differentiated instruction.
• Proficiency in educational technology, coding platforms, and digital learning tools.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience managing or operating a STEM Lab, Makerspace, Innovation Hub, or similar learning environment.
• Experience teaching Design, Computer Science, Coding, Robotics, Engineering, or Technology courses.
• Experience teaching high school Physics.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, or similar platforms.
• Experience with robotics, artificial intelligence, 3D design, CAD software, makerspaces, and emerging technologies.
• Experience leading STEM initiatives, competitions, science fairs, robotics teams, or coding clubs.
• Familiarity with International Baccalaureate (IB) programs, inquiry-based learning, or design thinking frameworks is considered an asset.

Pay: $38,787.52-$99,579.80 per year

Work Location: In person