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Posted: 13-Apr-26
Location: Forest Hills, New York
Type: Full Time
Salary: $42,000 - $82,500 per annum
Salary Details:
Overview
Founded in 1918, The Kew-Forest School is the oldest independent, coeducational, college-preparatory school in Queens, serving students in Preschool through Grade 12. Rooted in the communities of Kew Gardens and Forest Hills and drawing families from across New York City and beyond, Kew-Forest is defined by its academic rigor, deep commitment to diversity and inclusion, and a warm, close-knit culture.
Kew-Forest students and families represent more than 60 nationalities and speak over 30 languages at home; approximately 64% of students receive some level of tuition assistance. The School’s mission is to do more than educate; we aim to deeply inspire through a challenging, student-centered curriculum delivered in a vibrant, multicultural community.
Opportunity
We seek an energetic, imaginative, and thoughtful Computer Science teacher to lead the transformation of our Middle & Upper School Program as Kew-Forest enters its era of Kew-Forest 2.0. Our Middle & Upper School students explore multiple facets of computer science—from understanding how the internet works, to circuit building with Arduino, to coding in Python. In the Middle School, courses place a significant emphasis on AI literacy, helping students build a foundational understanding of artificial intelligence, its applications, and its ethical implications. In Upper School, students may take Advanced Placement (AP) Computer Science Principles and/or Advanced Topics in Computer Science. Students across the two divisions with an interest in programming also participate in a weekly robotics club led by the Computer Science teacher.
Across all grades, the goal is to develop students’ ability to formulate problems, think creatively about solutions, and express those solutions clearly and accurately. The Middle & Upper School Computer Science teacher will work with a range of learners across multiple grades. Preference will be given to candidates with strong independent school experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver a comprehensive and robust computer science program for beginning, intermediate, and advanced students in both Middle and Upper School.
- Reach, teach, and differentiate instruction for a diverse range of learners
- Teach an inclusive and varied computer science curriculum that demonstrates a commitment to cultural competency and supports a diverse student population.
- Design courses and learning experiences that engage students in project-based and inquiry-based practices using presentations, research, projects, and hands-on activities.
- Organize hands-on field trips around Long Island and New York City boroughs.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications and Attributes
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a computer science field.
- Experience with International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program (MYP).
- Experience with teaching College Board Advanced Placement (AP) Computer Science courses.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development and lifelong learning (e.g. active in computer science professional organizations).
- A deep understanding of current trends in teaching and learning.
- Strong written and oral communication skills with students, parents, and colleagues.
- A collaborative instinct and genuine desire to work closely with other teachers.
- A passion for mentoring student learning outside the classroom.
Salary Range
$42,000 - $82,500 per annum, commensurate with years of experience
To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, statement of educational philosophy, and contact information for two or three professional references to Michelle Vessio, Head of Middle and Upper School, mvessio@kewforest.org, and include “Middle and Upper School Computer Science” in the subject line of the email. No phone calls please.
To learn more about The Kew-Forest School, please visit our website: www.kewforest.org.
MISSION
We are The Kew-Forest School.
Our community nurtures lifelong learners from around the world.
Our educators inspire young people to think boldly and find their voices.
Our students support each other and explore thoughtfully as they shape the future.
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION
The Kew-Forest School believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity. The School prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, culture, background, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected classes or classifications. No employee or job applicant will be discriminated against in recruitment, compensation, promotion, or termination practices.