Computer Networking Teacher

Computer Networking/IT Teacher

The York County School of Technology Cisco Networking Academy Program seeks a professional and dynamic high school information technology teacher in the field of networking for an immediate vacancy. The teacher is responsible for developing and implementing an instructional program that focuses on the design, implementation and management of networked systems of computers/IoT, peripherals and associated software while preparing students with the technical skills required in the field of cyber security and network administration. This program includes instruction in the following network technologies and standards: system design, network architecture, operating systems, security, communications protocols, client support, messaging services, network device management including routers, switches, associated wireless equipment, and troubleshooting. High School Students who complete the program would be prepared for a variety of industry certifications including but not limited to Network+, Security+, and Cisco. Program completion will provide a path to higher education in the field of Information Technology or entry level network administrator, network specialist, network technician, junior cyber security analyst, or help desk.

Candidates who meet one of the following three criteria are encouraged to apply:

1)   Possess a Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Information Technology related field, with at least related work experience—at least two years for candidates with a bachelor’s and four years for those without a bachelor’s. Candidates should hold or be willing to obtain Cisco Instructor status. It is preferred that candidates hold or are willing to obtain Net+ and/or Cisco certifications (i.e. CCNA, CCNA Security) as well. Individuals without appropriate teaching certification through the PDE must be willing to complete coursework and testing requirements through Penn State University to obtain Career and Technical Education teacher certification.

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2)   Candidates may possess a PDE CTE Teaching certification in Network Systems Technology with significant networking knowledge and possession of (or ability to earn) related industry certifications and/or Cisco Instructor status.

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3)   Candidates may possess a PDE Business, Computer, and Information Technology Teacher certification with significant networking knowledge and ability to earn related industry certifications and/or Cisco Instructor status.  Candidates will need to complete any requirements through Penn State to obtain additional CTE certification in Network Systems Technology.

The salary range for this position is based on the professional contract scale.  For candidates who do not possess PA teaching certification and/or a master's degree, the range is $55,905--$71,527 annually for the current school year.  Candidates with Level I or higher PA teaching certification and/or advanced degrees will fall in the $57,000--$90,000 range.

Interested applicants should send a cover letter of interest, current resume, and any related credentials or certifications to Dyann Karchnak, Director of Human Resources at dkarchnak@ytech.edu