Computer Science TeacherMaker Space Director 2025-2026
Computer Science TeacherMaker Space Director 2025-2026
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Job Description
Computer Science Teacher/Makerspace Director
Reports To: Mr. Glenn DeLaney (MS Head) and Dr. George Scouten (US Head & Asst. Head of School)
Work Schedule: FullTime Teaching Schedule
Position Summary
Heathwood Hall is seeking a dynamic educator to be the leader of our digital Makerspace and a member of our Middle and Upper School faculty. The Makerspace Coordinator is an exciting position that allows for working with students in Lower Middle and Upper Schools though the primary responsibilities are with 712th grade students. The Makerspace Coordinator has leadership over our growing program while maintaining and managing the physical space and the associated equipment. The right candidate will be a school person who is a mission and culture fit for our school. Opportunities for additional revenue through our summer programs are also available.
Essential Functions
- Teach an array of Middle and Upper School makerspace and computer science courses as assigned.
- Design a developmentally appropriate curriculum and plan for a wellarticulated plan of teaching and assessing.
- Maintain an engaged classroom environment to support student learning.
- Sustain frequent contact with students and parents about student performance and behavior.
- Provide leadership and oversight to our growing makerspace program working with the academic divisions to increase opportunities for students and teachers to use this space.
- Maintain the equipment and supplies necessary to run the makerspace working in collaboration with the division heads.
- Support our robotics club.
- Pursue professional development opportunities.
- Be willing to help plan and chaperone weeklong Winterim experiences.
- Serve on Exhibition Committees Upper School Committees and schoolwide committees as necessary.
- Attend and support afterschool activities and programs (e.g. concerts theater and class programs).
- Support the Schools Episcopal identity and practices.
- Support the Schools commitment to diversity and multicultural education.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across divisions.
- Complete required H.R. training each year (CPR first aid mandatory reporting handling of hazardous materials etc.
Specific Job Skills
- A passion for working with teenagers and a thorough understanding of the specific developmental needs of young people aged 1218.
- An entrepreneurial spirit looking for opportunities to increase the visibility of the makerspace and its work with students.
- Energy empathy flexibility and collaboration.
- Good organizational and communication skills.
- The ability to use a variety of assessment techniques and to demonstrate strong instructional and classroommanagement skills.
- Experience with Learning Management Systems the Google Suite of tools and a variety of technological tools appropriate to a MakerSpace.
- Understanding of pedagogy and experiential learning practices.
- Ability to lift 50lbs.
Education and Experience
- Bachelors degree in computer science information technology graphic arts or related field required; masters degree preferred.
- Teaching experience required; experience in secondary education preferred.
- Proficiency in CAD JAVA Python and application design along with the ability to teach students how to code and use computer software effectively. Experience in schools is preferred.
- Ability to work with an array of equipment including 3D printers laser cutters and vinyl cutters required along with the ability to teach students how to use these machines.
Working Conditions
- Expansive school campus with 122 acres must be able to travel between buildings independently.
- Frequent walking standing stooping bending may be required throughout the day at various intervals
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
A Final Note
Heathwood Hall Episcopal School believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to its success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore this position description is designed to outline primary duties qualifications and job scope but not limit the incumbent nor the organization to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.
To apply visit our career center using this site:
Heathwood Career Center
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
Heathwood Hall Episcopal School is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Heathwood Hall Episcopal School participates in EVerify as mandated by South Carolina law. This position will require a Criminal Background Check.
Heathwood Hall Episcopal School is an equal opportunity employer and hires without discrimination on the basis of race color religion national origin sex/gender age or disability. Heathwood Hall Episcopal School participates in EVerify as mandated by South Carolina law. All positions will require a criminal background check and some positions may require additional pre employment screenings such as credit reports or motor vehicle record checks.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
