Secondary Design Thinking and English Teacher

: Secondary Design Thinking and English Teacher (POSTED 05/01/24)

SCHOOL OVERVIEW:

Island Pacific Academy (IPA) is a college preparatory school that utilizes the Design Thinking framework for our students to fulfill our vision to become “Navigators of Change who Go Forward with Confidence (I Mua Me Ka Ha'aheo). IPA's mission is to “Value Individuality, Empower Students and Inspire Future Success.”

POSITION SUMMARY:

Island Pacific Academy seeks an enthusiastic Secondary Design Thinking and English and Teacher to join our dedicated faculty. The successful candidate will be deeply committed to our school's vision, mission, and core values, and will play a pivotal role in cultivating academic excellence, personal growth among our students, a strong background in design thinking, and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment that aligns with IPA's core values.

Core Values:

• Power of human kindness
• Generosity of spirit
• Growth mindset
• Commitment to excellence
• Ingenuity

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach courses in Design Thinking, Introduction to Digital Storytelling, Journalism, Publishing (School Yearbook), Introduction to Graphic Design. Develop engaging and differentiated lesson plans aligned with school curriculum and standards.
• Foster a supportive learning environment promoting student growth, creativity, and collaboration.Integrate technology and multimedia tools to enhance student learning and engagement.
• Provide timely feedback and assessment to support student progress and achievement.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects integrating design thinking principles with English language arts.
• Stay updated on current trends and best practices in design thinking, digital storytelling, journalism, and graphic design education.
• Participate in professional development and school-wide initiatives to enhance teaching practice and contribute to the school community.
• Communicate regularly with students, parents, and colleagues to ensure effective collaboration and support student success.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, English, Design, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Teaching certification or eligibility for certification/licensure in secondary education.
• Experience teaching Design Thinking, Digital Storytelling, Journalism, and/or Graphic Design at secondary level.
• Strong knowledge of English language arts curriculum and instructional practices.
• Proficiency in integrating technology and multimedia tools into instruction.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and growth mindset.

SALARY REQUIREMENTS:

• $45,000 to $90,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume, and list of references to Harriet Ngethe at, Director of Human Resources, at View email address on us.edajobs.com .

Island Pacific Academy is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences.