AP Computer Science Teacher - Curriculum Writer

Posted on Sep 26, 2024 by UWorld, LLC
Coppell, TX
Education
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
UWorld is looking for an AP Computer Science Teacher to join our growing organization as a curriculum writer and content author. This experienced candidate will collaborate with a team of educators to write AP Computer Science content for our growing web-based Advanced Placement products. We seek individuals with an unending passion for education who strive to develop an exceptional product centered on student learning as well as making life easier for teachers.

This is a full-time, long-term opportunity in a growing environment, and authors will have the potential to engage in the product life cycle from planning and development to completion and maintenance.

We believe in quality content and give our authors the creative leisure to make education products the right way. UWorld is the best place to be in education if you are passionate about student learning and looking for an opportunity that will provide growth and with a good work/life balance.

Minimum Education Required:

Bachelor’s degree in teaching, computer science, math, or a related field required

Master’s degree preferred

Minimum Experience Required:

5+ years of experience teaching AP Computer Science Principles and AP Computer Science A, in a high school setting, is required

Experience writing curriculum preferred

AP Reader, AP Table Leader, and AP Consultant experience highly preferred

Required Skills:

Passion for education and learning

Visual creativity and proficiency creating digital images

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to provide, receive, and respond to feedback in a constructive and positive manner

Effective problem-solving skills and acute attention to detail

Ability to think strategically and analytically to execute conceptual ideas into a finished product

Proven history of working independently while operating within a team environment

Ability to organize, prioritize, and self-motivate to successfully meet deadlines

Brainstorm and collaborate in a team setting

Proficient in MS Office/working knowledge of IT

Job Responsibilities:

This position will report to the Director of College Readiness. The AP content author will create materials for UWorld AP Computer Science learning platform and will participate in product development for our brand new curriculum resources.

Develop activities and lecture materials for use in an AP classroom

Write a wide variety of multiple-choice and free-response questions with comprehensive explanations

Develop simple and elegant images that visualize the written explanations

Play a key role in development, planning, and execution of new projects

Provide revisions and constructive feedback on content written by other authors

Collaborate with management and work closely with other content experts to create questions and products as a team

Assist other content team members during peak periods of new content production to ensure that all deadlines are met

Manage time effectively while multi-tasking

Benefits

Compensation and Benefits

Stable and growing work environment that prioritizes a quality work/life balance

Competitive salary based on experience with annual bonus eligibility

Paid time off (based on sliding scale according to hire date and work hours)

Onsite and relaxed work environment with flexibility to work 1 day remotely each week

Generous paid vacation schedule that includes the entire week of Christmas off

Comprehensive benefits package (medical, vision, dental, life, disability)

401(k) plan for retirement with 5% employer matching (eligibility after 90 days of employment)

On-site group fitness classes held twice daily

“UWorld is an equal opportunity employer of all qualified persons. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, handicap or disability, or age in any of its policies, procedures, or practices in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (pertaining to race, color, and national origin), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (pertaining to handicap), and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (pertaining to age). This non-discriminatory policy covers hiring and employment at the Company.”

Reference: 202499849

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AP Computer Science Teacher - Curriculum Writer

Posted on Sep 26, 2024 by UWorld, LLC

Coppell, TX
Education
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
UWorld is looking for an AP Computer Science Teacher to join our growing organization as a curriculum writer and content author. This experienced candidate will collaborate with a team of educators to write AP Computer Science content for our growing web-based Advanced Placement products. We seek individuals with an unending passion for education who strive to develop an exceptional product centered on student learning as well as making life easier for teachers.

This is a full-time, long-term opportunity in a growing environment, and authors will have the potential to engage in the product life cycle from planning and development to completion and maintenance.

We believe in quality content and give our authors the creative leisure to make education products the right way. UWorld is the best place to be in education if you are passionate about student learning and looking for an opportunity that will provide growth and with a good work/life balance.

Minimum Education Required:

Bachelor’s degree in teaching, computer science, math, or a related field required

Master’s degree preferred

Minimum Experience Required:

5+ years of experience teaching AP Computer Science Principles and AP Computer Science A, in a high school setting, is required

Experience writing curriculum preferred

AP Reader, AP Table Leader, and AP Consultant experience highly preferred

Required Skills:

Passion for education and learning

Visual creativity and proficiency creating digital images

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to provide, receive, and respond to feedback in a constructive and positive manner

Effective problem-solving skills and acute attention to detail

Ability to think strategically and analytically to execute conceptual ideas into a finished product

Proven history of working independently while operating within a team environment

Ability to organize, prioritize, and self-motivate to successfully meet deadlines

Brainstorm and collaborate in a team setting

Proficient in MS Office/working knowledge of IT

Job Responsibilities:

This position will report to the Director of College Readiness. The AP content author will create materials for UWorld AP Computer Science learning platform and will participate in product development for our brand new curriculum resources.

Develop activities and lecture materials for use in an AP classroom

Write a wide variety of multiple-choice and free-response questions with comprehensive explanations

Develop simple and elegant images that visualize the written explanations

Play a key role in development, planning, and execution of new projects

Provide revisions and constructive feedback on content written by other authors

Collaborate with management and work closely with other content experts to create questions and products as a team

Assist other content team members during peak periods of new content production to ensure that all deadlines are met

Manage time effectively while multi-tasking

Benefits

Compensation and Benefits

Stable and growing work environment that prioritizes a quality work/life balance

Competitive salary based on experience with annual bonus eligibility

Paid time off (based on sliding scale according to hire date and work hours)

Onsite and relaxed work environment with flexibility to work 1 day remotely each week

Generous paid vacation schedule that includes the entire week of Christmas off

Comprehensive benefits package (medical, vision, dental, life, disability)

401(k) plan for retirement with 5% employer matching (eligibility after 90 days of employment)

On-site group fitness classes held twice daily

“UWorld is an equal opportunity employer of all qualified persons. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, handicap or disability, or age in any of its policies, procedures, or practices in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (pertaining to race, color, and national origin), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (pertaining to handicap), and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (pertaining to age). This non-discriminatory policy covers hiring and employment at the Company.”

Reference: 202499849

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