Computer Science Teacher
Content + Source + Freshness • 15 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
This position offers competitive compensation within the education sector, opportunities for involvement in extracurricular activities, and a vibrant learning environment.
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Rich opportunities for professional growth.
- Engagement with enthusiastic students in a vibrant school.
- Significant extracurricular involvement expected.
Pros
- Solid salary based on experience in a prestigious school.
- Opportunities for professional development in a collaborative educational setting.
- Engagement with motivated students and supportive community.
Cons
- High expectations regarding extracurricular involvement.
- Requires significant teaching experience (5+ years).
- Limited to a niche geographic location (Dallas, TX).
Who it's for
Mid-career / Experienced educator • In-person
Good fit
- Experienced computer science educators.
- Passionate mentors in technology.
- Individuals comfortable with active school community involvement.
Not recommended for
- New educators without teaching experience.
- Individuals disinterested in extracurricular activities.
- Those seeking only remote teaching positions.
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
St. Mark’s School of Texas seeks a dynamic and innovative educator to teach computer science in the Middle School. The holder of this position will collaborate with the Makerspace Director and Computer Science faculty to deliver Computer Science instruction in the state-of-the-art Winn Science Center. The principal responsibility will be teaching classes in computer science with additional roles that include sponsoring STEM teams and clubs such as the Lego / Robotics teams, working with students and teachers on special design projects, serving as an Advisor to a small group of students, and participating in co-curricular programs such as the Wilderness Program or athletics. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field – engineering or computer science – and have taught these subjects at the Middle or Upper School levels or possess applicable professional experience.
St. Mark’s students are eager and motivated learners, and the computer science courses are based upon frequent and challenging project-based learning experiences that promote student collaboration and communication. A strong candidate should be a content expert who is able to teach with an engaging classroom style, collaborate with colleagues to develop innovative lessons, and appeal to the learning styles of a diverse and extremely talented group of boys. He or she should have a desire to participate enthusiastically in the various activities that occur outside of the lab in a vibrant independent school community. Likewise, he or she should demonstrate a commitment to character and leadership education for all boys, giving equal priority to their character and intellectual development.
Responsibilities
- Teach four or more sections of computer science in the Middle School
- Sponsor extracurricular activities in the Middle and/or Upper School
- Serve as an Advisor to a small group of boys
- Contribute to the broader community by participating in the wilderness program, club program, or athletic program, depending on experience
- Participate in the character and leadership education program
Experience / Qualifications & Skills
- A bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science
- Five or more years teaching computer science at the upper or advanced middle school level; independent school experience is a plus. Relevant professional experience in industry may supplement or replace this qualification.
- Proficiency and experience with both block-based and text-based programming languages (Python preferred), and the ability to develop curriculum and align lesson plans with topics relevant to current Computer Science standards
- Strong computational thinking and problem-solving skills
- Passion for subject matter and for working with young people
- Enthusiastic and collaborative approach to working with colleagues
Qualified candidates should visit our website to complete an online application including a letter of interest and a resume.
