STEAM Instructor

Educational Empowerment Group•Dayton, OH

About The Position

The STEAM Instructor develops and delivers instruction for STEAM-related classes that supports state learning and Common Core standards. The role uses computers, technology, web resources, online tools, and learning data to create, manage, and assess engaging and relevant learning experiences. The instructor adapts and enriches the curriculum with imaginative strategies to engage students, teach them to apply learning to real-world problems, and develop 21st-century competencies. The role also provides opportunities for students to build these skills through activities inside and outside the classroom, including student organizations, physical activities, and service learning. The instructor is responsible for student-centered, holistic teaching and for implementing instructional practices across STEAM-related classes. General duties include preparing lesson plans, administering standardized tests, maintaining student records, managing the classroom, collaborating with colleagues and families, participating in school activities and professional development, and following Academy and corporate policies. The position also requires maintaining Highly Qualified Teacher status and performing other duties assigned by the Principal and Management Company.

Requirements

Minimum bachelor's degree.
Certification or licensure in the appropriate teaching area.
NCLB Highly Qualified status.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proficiency in computer applications.
Knowledge of web resources, online tools, and technology tools.
Effective organizational skills and the ability to perform multiple tasks.
Satisfactory completion of local, state, and federal criminal history checks and a TB test.

Responsibilities

Develop lesson plans that support state learning and Common Core standards.
Implement instructional practices for all STEAM-related classes.
Use computers and other provided technology, web resources, online tools, and learning data to support instruction and student learning.
Adapt and enrich the curriculum using multiple strategies and online tools to engage students.
Create classroom experiences that teach students to apply what they learn to real-world problems and develop 21st-century skills.
Provide opportunities for students to develop 21st-century skills through activities outside the classroom, including student organizations, physical activities, and service learning.
Prepare instructional lesson plans as directed.
Administer standardized tests as directed.
Maintain accurate student records, including grade books, report cards, lesson plans, attendance records, and behavior or discipline records.
Maintain confidentiality regarding student information and professional matters.
Work with staff to improve student learning and achievement.
Use sound classroom management techniques.
Collaborate with colleagues and develop positive working relationships with students, parents, school personnel, and the public.
Attend and participate in school activities as directed by the Principal, including staff meetings, open houses, chaperoning student activities, providing student guidance, serving on faculty committees, and helping resolve school problems.
Follow corporate and Academy policies and procedures.
Participate in professional development workshops and programs.
Maintain Highly Qualified Teacher status as defined by federal requirements.
Perform other duties deemed appropriate by the Principal and Management Company.