STEM Specialist

This position is responsible for implementing the STEM program in grades 2-5 and collaborating with faculty in promoting interdisciplinary STEM activities into the core curriculum.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2+ years teaching experience
• Bachelor’s degree (required)
• Experienced at planning and implementing integrated curricula
• Experience with using technology to support teaching and learning
• Committed to academic excellence and culturally responsive teaching
• Open and motivated to work collaboratively
• Understands child growth, development, and social needs
• Possesses strong communication and organizational skills
• Exhibits a strong commitment to working in a diverse, multi-cultural community

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver STEM instruction through project-based learning methods (i.e. Project Lead the Way).
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and performance assessments aligned with curriculum goals and student learning.
• Use technology to promote learning, creativity, and collaboration.
• Organize, develop, and coordinate STEM events and activities in collaboration with families and administration, such as Aurora’s Tinker Faire.
• Coach teachers on STEM initiatives and best practices in the field of STEM.
• Pioneer new initiatives in support of the STEM program.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress.
• Complete student progress reports for Grades 2-5.
• Maintain discipline in accordance with Aurora rules and disciplinary systems.
• Share STEM events and activities with Marketing and Communications Director for distribution on social media.
• Attend professional development and training related to STEM programs and methodologies, staying abreast of current research.
• Attend school-wide events and staff trainings:
  1. In-service days (August)
  2. Back-To-School Night (September)
  3. Tinker Faire (October)
  4. Information Day (November)
  5. First and last staff meetings (other staff meetings are optional)
  6. Scheduled staff in-service days, on days scheduled to teach STEM
• Finding substitute teacher coverage when absent
• All other duties as assigned by the Head of School or Assistant Head of School.

COMPENSATION: Commensurate with experience.

TO APPLY: Please submit your cover letter and resume to Human Resource Coordinator. Submission Deadline: June 1, 2018. Position begins August 2018.