Computer Science and Robotics Educator

Job Summary Under the direction of the I-Track Department Chair at Geffen Academy and the respective Division Director, Geffen Academy I-Track Educators are responsible for the delivery of an innovative program of secondary school instruction. The Geffen Academy Entrepreneurship & Robotics Educator will design curriculum, teach courses, and lead competitive robotics teams at the middle and upper school levels. This is a bargaining unit covered position. Job Duties Participate in the design and development of curricula that cultivate an innovation mindset in students, fostering habits of systems thinking, human-centered design, iterative solutions, and persistence. Collaborate with the I-Track Department Chair to advance the I-Track structure within the Geffen Academy program. Build excitement in robotics by creating opportunities for students to build and compete in local, state, and national competitions. Collaborate with local cultural and educational institutions to broaden students' experiences beyond Geffen Academy. Maintain an up-to-date understanding of design-thinking, entrepreneurship, robotics, and project-based learning in secondary schools. Utilize software to help students develop skills in time management, business communication, Google Suite, databases, and online research. Collaborate with UCLA faculty to develop programs that leverage the university’s research resources. Evaluate and select books, digital materials, experiential opportunities, and other academic resources to enhance robotics and entrepreneurship instruction. Communicate student progress to relevant student services colleagues, including Department Chairs, Dean of Students, Academic Advising, College Guidance, Registrar, and Athletics staff. Participate in department representation at parent evenings and recruitment events as needed. Assess the continued relevance and success of course offerings within the department. Participate in committee work, whether focused solely within the department or spanning other parts of Geffen Academy. Participate in interdisciplinary instructional programs as needed. Serve as instructor, mentor, and adviser for students' independent projects. Engage in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities. Participate in continuing professional development and/or training activities. Adhere to Geffen Academy and the University of California applicable policies, procedures, and established protocols as outlined in the school handbooks. Additional duties may be assigned to meet the needs of the school. Basic Qualifications Degree in an engineering or computer science discipline; advanced degree preferred. Experience in design thinking and entrepreneurship. Two to three years of secondary teaching experience, with the ability to design project-based curricula for middle and upper school students that address real-world problems, and experience working with robotics in an educational setting. Strong background in education with a clear understanding and embrace of Geffen Academy’s mission, vision, and values. Multidisciplinary experience and versatility to teach a combination of entrepreneurship and engineering, with an interest in leading an extracurricular robotics program. Commitment to professional development in pedagogy and content area. Passionate commitment to innovation and design thinking applied to the real world, and a desire to work with all types of learners. Experience in a "bring your own device" educational setting and/or commitment to a BYOD program. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to articulate and explain instructional issues to colleagues, students, and families. Self-directed and able to effectively prioritize and handle multiple tasks subject to frequent interruption. Capable of developing and sustaining effective working relationships with colleagues in the department and with other UCLA and Geffen Academy staff on interdisciplinary and institutional matters. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. Job Location Los Angeles, CA #J-18808-Ljbffr University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA)