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Job Location drjobs

Bellevue - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

$ 110000 - 135000

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description


  • Position Type:
    Secondary Teacher/Computer/Technology

  • Date Posted:
    2/11/2025

  • Location:
    Forest Ridge HS Bellevue

  • WHO WE ARE
    At Forest Ridge our intentional approach to excellence in education inspires students to explore intellectually spiritually and personally as they embrace challenge feed their curiosity build their confidence and prepare for a lifelong pursuit of much more than just success but success with true meaning throughout their education career and lifetime.

    Our dynamic and challenging academic environment is filled with immersive experiential learning opportunities designed to help students discover their own sense of purpose. Our students learn to regard the world both intellectually and spiritually blending faith with logic combining thoughtful reflection with energetic debate and focusing on both individual wellbeing and the good of the global community.

    Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart an independent school for girls in grades 512 welcomes students adults and families into an inclusive global learning environment which respects and strives for diversity openness understanding and acceptance of all human beings.

    THE ROLE
    Forest Ridge School seeks a visionary and dynamic Digital Learning and Innovation Specialist to lead the development and implementation of innovative technology programs for our students in grades 5 through 12. The Digital Learning and Innovation Specialist will design oversee and implement a cohesive handson educational technology curriculum that empowers students to develop critical digital literacy problemsolving and collaboration skills. This role will also foster opportunities for technologyfocused extracurricular activities ensuring that our students are equipped to thrive in an increasingly digital world. The Digital Learning and Innovation Specialist will work closely with faculty administrators and students to create a vibrant forwardthinking learning environment aligned with Forest Ridges commitment to academic excellence and leadership.

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Program Development: Design and implement a comprehensive technology curriculum for grades 512 integrating emerging technologies and fostering creativity critical thinking and ethical technology use.
    • Teaching and Coaching: Teach technology courses as needed and provide professional development for faculty to enhance technology integration across all subjects.
    • Extracurricular Opportunities: Create and support extracurricular programs such as robotics teams coding clubs digital design workshops and other technologyrelated initiatives.
    • Leadership: Serve as a thought leader on the intersection of technology and education advising on best practices and innovations in educational technology.
    • Collaboration: Partner with faculty and administrators to ensure technology programs align with the schools mission goals and academic standards.
    • Resource Management: Collaborate with the technology team to oversee the selection and implementation of enrichment educational technology tools and platforms for students such as robots 3D printers vinyl cutters etc. ensuring equitable access for all students. This excludes foundational technology items such as student laptops the network etc that fall under the purview of the Director of Technology. Oversee and maintain The Shop the Forest Ridge maker space.

    KEY QUALIFICATIONS
    A successful Digital Learning and Innovation Specialist candidate will demonstrate the following qualities characteristics skills and experiences:
    • Proven experience in educational technology curriculum design and program leadership as a creative designer strategic thinker and master implementer.
    • Strong teaching background with a focus on technology integration and studentcentered learning.
    • Commitment to building technology programs aligned with best practices in girls education.
    • Extensive experience working in middle school and upper school settings with deep knowledge of what is developmentally appropriate for students at this stage in their learning.
    • Multicultural competence with experience working effectively in a diverse school setting.
    • High levels of emotional intelligence excellent listening skills and the ability to navigate the complexities and ambiguities of leading while inspiring others in a deeply invested community.
    • Superb communication skills in writing in front of groups in relationships with others and as a team leader.
    • A strong work ethic with the capacity to invest full days while also establishing upholding and modeling appropriate boundaries and standards for others in the broader Forest Ridge community.
    • A studentcentered educator who finds energy and joy working with kids of all ages.
    • Warmth character a strong ethical compass a commitment to confidentiality and a sense of humor.
    • An advanced degree in the field of education.
    • At least 5 years of teaching or relevant experience.

    SALARY/BENEFITS: Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding employees through competitive compensation. Salary range(s)based on education and experience: Fulltime: $110000$135000Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity internal salary ranges market data applicants skills and prior relevant experience degrees and certifications.

    Forest Ridge offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package to benefitseligible employees. Benefits include: medical/dental/vision insurance (based on FTE); flexible spending account (FSA); employee assistance program (EAP); retirement savings plan with employer match after 1 year of employment; paid time off for sick personal bereavement jury/witness duty; vacation time off for staff; family leave; life and disability insurance; professional development opportunities; 50 tuition remission.

    CONTRACT: 11month employee with expectations for stipend planning work in July 2025

    TO APPLY:
    Please email the following documents to :
    • Cover letter
    • Statement of Leadership Philosophy
    • Updated CV/Resume
    • List of three professional references

    Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart does not discriminate in its employment decisions or practices on the basis of gender age race color marital status national and ethnic origin sexual orientation or any disability that can be reasonably accommodated in the administration of its educational policies and schooladministered programs.





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Employment Type

Full Time

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