Middle Grades Teacher

Position Purpose

Northeast Academy for Aerospace and Advanced Technologies is a public regional STEM school. Teachers facilitate learning through hands-on, project-based instruction, encouraging students to think differently, creatively, and purposefully about teaching and learning.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver rigorous, engaging lessons that build upon individual strengths and offer students maximum opportunities to participate in their own learning experience
• Engage all students in learning using a contextual project-based instructional format
• Lead students to develop soft skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration
• Utilize technology to facilitate instruction and maximize student learning
• Employ a variety of assessment tools and strategies to measure student progress toward learning, college, and career goals
• Select and utilize different instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs
• Counsel students through service as an Advisor in the Advisory Program
• Promote high expectations and the skills needed for success beyond high school
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs
• Promote family support of students’ learning experience within the context of multicultural understanding and competencies
• Promote and enhance the instructional program by leveraging home, school, and community partnerships to address barriers to learning and achievement
• Develop and provide training and educational programs that address the goals and mission of the educational institution
• Demonstrate personal commitment to professional growth through participation in professional learning activities
• Contribute as a member of a high-performing team
• Perform other duties as assigned and as necessary to fulfill the day-to-day needs of the school

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong academic foundation with the ability to integrate STEM across content areas
• Understanding of the emotional and social development of children and the influences of family, community, and cultural differences on student success
• Familiarity with current trends and leading innovations in education
• Ability to work effectively in a collegial, team-centered environment
• Intrinsically motivated and dedicated to continuous professional and personal growth
• Ability to effectively engage parents and community in the learning process
• Represents the school positively in the community
• Excellent organizational skills and communication skills, both written and oral
• Understands the critical nature of building positive working relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
• Effective in integrating technology into the classroom to enhance learning

Minimum Training & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field; Master’s degree or higher preferred
• Minimum of three years experience as a middle or high school teacher preferred
• NC Professional Educator’s License preferred, but not required; Must be eligible to obtain license within 3 years
• Possess a deep commitment to serve the needs of students and families who are first-generation college-goers and those typically underrepresented in postsecondary education and STEM fields

Benefits

• State Retirement Plan
• State Health Insurance
• State Salary Schedule & Local Supplement
• Supplemental Insurance & 401k Plans Available
• Professional Development
• Family Atmosphere
• Travel Opportunities