2026-2027: Elementary Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics (STEM) Teacher

About the role

The elementary STEM teacher engages Grades 3-5 students in the exploration of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) through authentic, hands-on learning experiences. Using an interdisciplinary and applied approach, the teacher fosters connections across all STEM fields, encouraging students to think critically and solve real-world problems. The teacher promotes both academic and interpersonal growth by implementing district-approved curriculum, monitoring and documenting student progress and instructional activities, and addressing individual learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Complies with all school laws, State Board of Education regulations, and all policies and regulations made by the School Board and Superintendent.
• Performs all duties deemed necessary by the School Board and Superintendent for the efficient and successful operation of the school system.
• Develops lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with the division’s basic instructional philosophy and congruent with course standards; provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student and subgroup of students.
• Implements an instructional program, which provides appropriate learning for each student by differentiating instruction.
• Maintains records as required by law, School Board policies and regulations and strives to be prompt and accurate with required records and reports.
• Works cooperatively with the all staff members and interacts in a positive manner with parents and other community representatives.
• Directs instructional assistants, student teachers, assistant teachers, and/or student volunteers to provide an effective classroom program and address the needs of individual students.
• Encourages students to set and maintain high standards of achievement and classroom behavior.
• Demonstrates effective knowledge and use of curriculum content associated with the instructional assignment.
• Demonstrates preparation for classes assigned and shows evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor.
• Demonstrates knowledge and use of materials and resources in accordance with the adopted curriculum.
• Administers developmental testing program and subject specific assessments to assess student competency levels and/or to develop individual learning plans.
• Collaborates with other professional staff, both school based and non-school based, as required, to maximize learning opportunities.
• Demonstrates effective classroom management skills/delivery of instruction.
• Affirms student progress towards objectives, expectations, and other goals.
• Advises parents/guardians of student progress to communicate expectations and student achievement.
• Creates partnerships with parents/guardians to develop methods for improvement and/or reinforcement of classroom goals.
• Maintains an effective system of monitoring student progress and informs appropriate persons when concerns arise.
• Demonstrates professional growth and attends all meetings called or approved by the Superintendent and/or Principal.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned by the principal, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Requirements

• Must hold a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Virginia Department of Education license with an endorsement in K-5, or eligibility to obtain one.
• Knowledge of programming languages, such as Python and Java, is preferred, but not required.
• Career Switchers welcome.
• Must demonstrate effective knowledge of and be sensitive to the needs of a diverse student population.
• Ability to develop effective relationships with students, parents and school personnel.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Virginia Department of Education license with an endorsement in K-5, or eligibility to obtain one.
• Knowledge of programming languages, such as Python and Java, is preferred, but not required.
• Career Switchers welcome.
• Must demonstrate effective knowledge of and be sensitive to the needs of a diverse student population.
• Ability to develop effective relationships with students, parents and school personnel.

Skills

• Effective knowledge of and use of curriculum content associated with the instructional assignment.
• Knowledge and use of materials and resources in accordance with the adopted curriculum.
• Effective classroom management skills/delivery of instruction.
• Ability to develop effective relationships with students, parents and school personnel.

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

Teacher, 10-Month, 200-Day (mpark.net/departments/human_resources)

Schedule

Not specified