Roosevelt High - Engineering & Robotics CTE Teacher - 1.0 FTE

Seattle Public Schools • Roosevelt High School, WA

5h • Onsite

About The Position

Seattle Public Schools is seeking a passionate and innovative High School Engineering & Robotics Teacher to develop and lead a dynamic STEM program focused on engineering design and robotics. The ideal candidate will engage students in hands-on, project-based learning aligned with Project Lead The Way (PLTW) curriculum and competitive robotics programs, fostering technical skills, creativity, and student leadership. A classroom teacher performs, under the general direction of the building principal or program manager and with assistance from appropriate staff personnel. A classroom teacher fosters and enhances an effective learning environment; facilitates the development or revision of curriculum and instructional materials; establishes learning objectives and standards based upon general District guidelines; provides instruction, counsels, disciplines, and supervises to meet the individual needs of assigned students; and, to evaluate student performance and progress.

Requirements

• Demonstrated STEM industry experience and/or STEM teaching experience within the past 10 years
• Strong background in engineering, robotics, computer science, or a related field.
• Experience working with high school students and diverse learners preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or appropriate industry background that qualifies the teacher for a Washington State CTE credential
• Academic preparation for or experience in teaching a culturally, racially and economically diverse student population in an urban school system.
• Knowledge of: Subject areas appropriate to assignment; effective behavior management techniques; effective instructional techniques; rules and procedures for student safety.
• Skill in: Proficiency in reading, writing, and oral communications; effective communication with parents or guardians in a diverse community; designing and implementing lesson plans for students having a wide range of achievement.
• Ability to: Deal with students in a positive and confident manner; be fair and consistent when working with a culturally, racially, and economically diverse student population; adapt to change and remain flexible; organize activities; manage student behavior; use good judgement to maintain a safe learning environment; provide instruction and demonstrate techniques; use necessary equipment, computers, machinery, tools, or software; direct assistants; in some positions, administer first aid and CPR; establish and maintain effective, positive working relationships with students, parents or guardians, staff and administrators.
• Eligibility for a Career and Technical Education (CTE) Certification in Washington State.
• Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate

Nice To Haves

• Specific programs may require additional academic preparation or professional experience, including; working with bilingual students and assisting them in the transition to regular classrooms; implementing programs designed to prevent the dropout of "at risk" students; and, teaching multi-level, open-concept, and main streamed classes.
• some positions may require valid first aid and CPR certification
• some positions may require a valid Washington State driver's license and/or a Class II driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses aligned to: PLTW Introduction to Engineering Design (IED), PLTW Principles of Engineering (POE), FIRST Tech Challenge
• Deliver engaging, project-based instruction that develops problem-solving, critical thinking, and design skills.
• Integrate industry-relevant technologies and engineering practices into the classroom.
• Support students in building technical communication and collaboration skills.
• Provide work-based learning through industry partnerships in and out of the classroom.
• Coach and lead an after-school robotics student leadership club.
• Support student participation in one of the following competitive programs: FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) or FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC)
• Facilitate student leadership development, teamwork, and competition readiness.
• Coordinate logistics such as competition registration, travel (if applicable), and team organization.
• Fosters an educational environment conducive to the learning and maturation process of assigned students; plans an instructional program designed to meet individual student needs and whole groups which may include at risk or special needs youth; prepares lesson plans.
• Uses necessary and appropriate instructional methods and materials, which are suited to the well-being of the students and to the nature of the learning activities, program and/or curriculum involved; implements established program or curriculum objectives; attends in-service training and continues to improve professional growth through study and experimentation to remain current in methods and techniques for instruction.
• Establishes and implements, in a positive and supportive manner, classroom policies and procedures governing student behavior and conduct; provides guidance, counseling, and discipline to encourage students to meet standards of achievement and conduct; makes referrals for assistance where appropriate.
• Confers with students, parents or guardians, and other staff, maintaining an open positive relationship as appropriate to provide guidance and evaluation, and to encourage student achievement.
• Establishes classroom goals and objectives, in conformation with courses of study specified by State and School District statutes, regulations and guidelines; evaluates and records student progress; prepares reports for parents or guardians.
• Collects and interprets a variety of data; provides reports for administrative purposes.
• Directs the activities of assigned non-certificated personnel.
• Attends or participates in all required staff meetings and other activities deemed necessary by the District and/or building principal, in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional achievement.
• Serves on staff committees as required.
• Participates in a variety of activities to enhance personal and professional skills.
• Performs related tasks consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position.

Benefits

• Selected candidates will be required to complete the following training programs: PLTW Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) – 2-week online training, PLTW Principles of Engineering (POE) – 2-week online training, FIRST Tech Challenge Robotics Training – 1-week training
• Compensation for Training: Teachers will be compensated for training time at up to 40 hours per week .
• Additional Compensation A set stipend will be provided for coaching the after-school robotics team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior