2026-27 School Year- iSpark Teacher (Project Lead the Way)

About the role

The iSpark (Innovative Soft skills Proficiency And Real-world Knowledge) Teacher provides strong, effective instruction in the area of college and career readiness skills using an integrated curricular approach.

Responsibilities

• Supports the growth of the STEM curriculum by planning lessons and providing instruction for students in the areas of (but not limited to): Coding, Robotics, Problem/Project Based Learning, Design Process, Demonstrates a working knowledge of the Design Thinking process and its use in elementary education.
• Demonstrate success at using the Inquiry Process to create a student-centered learning environment.
• Provides one-on-one guidance and support for students pursuing individualized design and technology projects that may include the use of digital creation/fabrication tools.
• Participates as a school instructional technology leader and is a member of the school leadership team.
• Proactively encourages thoughtful action and reflection throughout student project steps.
• Works collaboratively with the Director of Career and Technical Education and Building Principal to maintain iSpark classroom tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to remain current in emergent pedagogical and/or technological trends, and research, and model effective practice in 21st Century teaching and learning strategies.
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly advancing and changing industry and a willingness to research and experiment with new technologies.
• Strong analytical, classroom management and problem-solving skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree. Hold or be eligible for Missouri teacher certification in Elementary Education and Early Childhood.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with students, staff, and parents.
• Demonstrated success at integrating curriculum.
• Demonstrated success at designing and maintaining a positive, collaborative culture.
• Demonstrated excellence in written communication.
• Knowledge of effective application of technology in K-6 classroom environment.
• Knowledge of the use of interactive software and hardware in the classroom.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of G-Suite for Education.
• Project-based learning teaching experience.
• Master’s Degree.
• Minimum of two (2) years teaching experience.