STEM/Computer Science Faculty - Lower School (Grades K-4)

STEM/Computer Science Faculty  - Lower School (Grades K-4)

The Nightingale-Bamford School seeks a Lower School STEM/Computer Science Teaching position for the academic year 2025-2026.The STEM/Computer Science Faculty member helps facilitate meaningful STEM instruction, teaches computer science classes, helps integrate academic technology in meaningful ways, and provides training and support to students and faculty. The faculty member plays a key role in leading and further developing Nightingale’s K-12 STEM, computer science, academic technology, and makerspace programs.

Collaboration is central to the work we do within the Computer Science department at Nightingale-Bamford; candidates must be prepared to work closely within a team. 

Candidates will demonstrate a commitment to best practices in pedagogy, excellent organizational skills, a passion for teaching young children, strong written and verbal communication skills, an ability to meet deadlines, be detail oriented, and have a willingness to pursue professional development. Our faculty members are expected to value diversity as a source of strength, to commit to equity and inclusion, and to contribute to the school community outside of the classroom. 

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but are not limited to): 

• Teach Lower School & Middle School computer science and STEM classes.
• Actively collaborate with faculty across science and math departments to develop interdisciplinary STEM curriculum and programming.
• Inspire, encourage, and support faculty and department heads with creative technology projects and initiatives.
• Partner with the computer science and technology departments to plan, coordinate, and manage Nightingale’s K-12 computer science curriculum and academic technology program.
• Facilitate technology professional development opportunities that focus on leveraging academic technology into curriculum planning and instruction.
• Attend grade-level and divisional meetings.
• Attend school events as needed.

• Master’s degree in educational technology, computer science, engineering, or related STEM field preferred.
• A minimum of 3-years classroom teaching experience.
• Proficiency in beginning programming applications such as Scratch, Scratch Jr., or Kodable.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, or p5.js preferred.
• Knowledgeable about computer science, STEM, instructional design, teaching pedagogy, technology integration, and makerspace tools.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated background of engaging with and adapting to diverse learners, creating developmentally-appropriate and varied activities, 
• Commitment to the work of equity and inclusion particularly within a school community and in the classroom.

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL CHARACTERISTICS 

• A shared understanding of the mission of the School and a demonstrated commitment to the core principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. 
• Must demonstrate cultural competence and be able to understand, appreciate, and work with constituents across varied backgrounds and cultures. 
• Excellent attention to detail, professional attitude, good judgment, a high level of integrity and a strong work ethic.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and an ability to work collaboratively with varied constituents. 
• Superb oral and written communication skills. 
• High level of initiative 
• Appreciation of the sense of joy inherent in Middle School.

SALARY

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, this position's annual salary range is $75,000 - $115,000. When extending an offer, Nightingale considers factors such as (but not limited to) the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, and market and organizational considerations.

HOW TO APPLY 

Interested candidates should apply by submitting a cover letter and resume online at https://www.nightingale.org/careers. 

ABOUT THE NIGHTINGALE-BAMFORD SCHOOL 

Founded by two bold, visionary educators in 1920, The Nightingale-Bamford School’s mission is to inspire girls to go beyond barriers. Tied to this mission is a broader vision of students who are joyful learners who have the intellectual depth and courage to be critical thinkers, compassionate citizens, and agents of their own lives. Nightingale educates girls’ minds and hearts and, in so doing, infuses 

their lives with meaningful relationships, teaching them to value difference as a means of growth and empowering them to question the status quo with confidence, empathy, resilience, and reason. Nightingale’s commitment to social justice and anti-racism requires that all community members engage actively and thoughtfully in work around diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates with broad and diverse backgrounds. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 

It is the policy of the School to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, military status, marital status, familial status, caregiver status, predisposing genetic characteristics, actual or perceived domestic violence victim status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The School’s employment practices and decisions adhere to the principles of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. 

This commitment to equal opportunity applies to and is reflected in all School activities, including, but not limited to, recruiting, interviewing, hiring, staffing, training, promotions, compensation practices, employee benefits, social programs, discipline, and termination of employment. The School maintains zero tolerance for violations of this policy and expects all employees to abide by and support this policy without reservation. The School prohibits retaliation against any employee who in good faith makes a report under this policy.