CodeVA is a thought leader in the K-12 education community, developing and delivering engaging computer science content for both students and teachers. We are a rapidly growing 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Richmond, Virginia, but retain our core values that have brought us success. Our commitment is to supporting teachers and students, to building sustainable and collaborative communities, and to employing creativity and problem solving to an evolving and rapidly changing education landscape. We also remain an organization that values a healthy work-life balance, and a practice and belief that recognizes family comes first. Our funders include Amazon, Facebook, Capital One, Carmax, the Commonwealth of Virginia, the National Science Foundation, and many more amazing companies, government agencies, and individuals that value the need for a computer science-ready workforce.

The Classroom Hardware Technician and Instructor will work with the Deputy Director of Children’s Programming to maintain all technology utilized by Eureka Workshop programs. The Hardware Technician and Instructor will also provide up-to-date, organized, and accessible hardware and software for all of Eureka Workshop’s commitments. Through the organization, maintenance, and implementation of established procedures, the Hardware Technician and Instructor will ensure that the technology used by Eureka Workshop’s programs is in working order. This position also includes classroom Instructor responsibilities for Eureka Workshop programming.

Job Responsibilities

Teach Eureka Workshop classes and lead event-based activities both on and off-site, in-person and virtually
Support instructors when needed in preparation for upcoming activities/events
Work with Lead Instructor to research and provide fresh classroom content for all curricula
Participate in “Lab” style classes where Eureka instructors (or community partners) test out new lesson plans and activities
Assist the Deputy Director of Children’s Programs in the training of new staff members, community partners, and specialized volunteers who will be delivering classroom content
Participate in training sessions that provide community partners with Eureka Workshop curricula
Meet weekly with the Deputy Director of Children’s Programs to discuss upcoming and current technology maintenance, updates, and inventory
Assist all staff, students, and stakeholders in understanding proper care and use of Eureka workshop’s technology
Assist the IT Technician in re-imaging all computers as needed.
Mark any faulty hardware for further review and assist the Deputy Director of Children’s Programs or the IT Technician in reviewing faulty hardware
Maintain records of student-created accounts
Work with Partnership Coordinator and Lead Instructor to maintain and manage an active log of technology needs for all Eureka Workshop scheduled classes and events
Assist all instructors (Eureka classroom instructors, teaching artists, and robotics instructors and volunteers) with any software or hardware assistance they may need to be successful in the classroom
Maintain organized storage of all technology including all cords, adaptors, and robotics tools
Perform additional tasks as needed

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s and/or advanced degree in Education, Computer Science, Studio or Performing Art or a related field OR similar work experience
A minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in a formal or Out-of-School-time educational settings
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe InDesign, and Google-based office applications
A strong commitment to community service, in particular through public education