MYP Design Teacher

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Work collaboratively with other middle school teachers to plan technology-based projects and cross-curricular units.Coordinate with the Head of Middle School and the Director of Technology to refine and implement the Design Technology strategic planning.Lead and inspire staff to integrate technology into their lessons.Demonstrate clear and comprehensive computer knowledge and skills.Keep up to date with the latest developments for use in teaching and learning.Ensure the safe use of the Design room during lessons.Work with EBI staff and pupils in the middle school, with responsibility to introduce and develop concepts, processes and skills related to the MYP Design Technology programme.Work with staff and pupils to introduce and develop concepts, processes and skills related to Information and Communication technology.Support staff in their planning and use of hardware and software.Keep up to date with the latest technology for use in teaching and learning.Develop and run school clubs that make effective use of the range of hardware and software available to the school.Work in close collaboration with the schools IT administrator and the schools director of student technologyGeneral Bloomingdale teacher responsibilities include:Planning & Preparation for LearningKnow the subject matter well.Incorporate International Baccalaureate pedagogy.Have a good grasp of how students learn.Backwards plan with big ideas, essential questions, knowledge, and skill goals.Plan on-the-spot and unit assessments to measure student learning.Design lessons that target multiple learning needs, styles, and interests.Classroom ManagementFoster positive interactions and teach useful social skills.Have a repertoire of discipline moves that can defuse most behavior problems before learning is impacted.Capture and maintain most students attention.Maximize academic learning time through coherence, lesson momentum, and smooth transitions.Delivery of InstructionActivate students prior knowledge and hook their interest in each unit and lesson.Use clear explanations, appropriate language, and examples to present material.Orchestrate effective strategies, materials, and classroom groupings to foster student learning.Have students think about, discuss, and use the ideas and skills being taught.Differentiate instruction to accommodate most students learning needs.Monitoring, Assessment, and Follow-UpProvide clear criteria for proficiency, including rubrics and exemplars of work.Frequently check for understanding and give students helpful information if they seem confused.Have student set goals, self- assess, and know where they stand academically.Take responsibility for students who are not succeeding and get them extra help.Reflect on the effectiveness of teaching/learning and how to improve it.Professional ResponsibilitiesComplete paperwork, duties, and assignments accurately and punctually.Demonstrate professional demeanor and maintain appropriate boundaries.Be ethical and above-board, use good judgment, and maintain confidentiality with student records.Collaborate with colleagues to plan, share teaching ideas, and look at student work.Seeks out effective teaching ideas from colleagues, workshops, and other sources.Willing to participate beyond the academic program.

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