Associate Director of STEM

Rocketship Public Schools•Nashville, TN

19d•$90,000 - $112,500

About The Position

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential and it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential. The Coaching and Curriculum team is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Associate Director of STEM to support high-quality, rigorous, and equitable mathematics and science instruction across Rocketship Tennessee schools. This role partners closely with Tennessee regional and school leaders to strengthen instructional practice and improve student outcomes in STEM. The Associate Director of STEM provides direct instructional leadership and coaching support to 3â5 Tennessee schools, ensuring strong implementation of Rocketshipâs STEM instructional vision and core programs. This role works in close collaboration with regional leadership and school-based instructional teams and reports to the Senior Director of Schools.

Requirements

3â5 years of progressively responsible experience in curriculum development, instructional leadership, school administration, or related fields
At least 3 years of Kâ5 lead teaching experience in a core content area (math or science preferred) with evidence of strong student outcomes
At least 1 year of experience coaching and leading adults in a school or instructional leadership role
Strong instructional coaching and adult learning facilitation skills
Excellent organizational and project management skills
Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to drive instructional decisions
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with Google Workspace
Bachelorâs degree required

Nice To Haves

Experience implementing and coaching on high-quality STEM instructional programs preferred
Masterâs degree preferred (Education or a related field)

Responsibilities

Build instructional capacity among Tennessee school leaders and instructional leaders through targeted coaching and development in STEM instruction.
Provide direct coaching to school leaders and instructional leaders focused on math and science instruction, teacher development, and content knowledge
Observe classroom instruction and planning, delivering actionable feedback aligned to Rocketshipâs STEM instructional vision and core competencies
Mentor leaders to strengthen their ability to coach teachers and improve STEM outcomes across supported schools
Ensure strong implementation of Rocketshipâs STEM curriculum and instructional model across supported Tennessee schools.
Support schools in implementing core STEM programs with fidelity to instructional design and pacing expectations
Develop and adapt pacing guidance aligned to Tennessee school calendars and regional priorities
Curate and share instructional resources, exemplars, and tools to support effective planning and execution by teachers and leaders
Monitor the effectiveness of STEM program implementation and student outcomes across supported Tennessee schools.
Support the use of assessments and instructional data aligned to grade-level standards and curricular materials
Analyze priority student achievement and implementation data to identify trends and areas for targeted support
Share clear insights and recommendations with Tennessee regional leaders to inform coaching, planning, and instructional decision-making
Partner with Tennessee regional leadership to align on STEM instructional vision, priorities, and goals.
Collaborate with regional leaders to define and refine the Tennessee STEM instructional vision and success metrics
Support schools in setting instructional goals and monitoring progress toward shared outcomes
Partner with regional teams and the broader Academics team to ensure alignment with Rocketshipâs Core Model and instructional priorities
Design and facilitate professional learning experiences aligned to Tennesseeâs instructional priorities in STEM.
Design and lead engaging professional development for Tennessee teachers, school leaders, and instructional staff
Identify regional professional learning priorities using qualitative and quantitative data
Support summer professional development and start-of-year learning experiences for Tennessee schools