Teacher - STEAM

Holyoke Public Schools•Holyoke, MA

About The Position

Teaches knowledge and skills of General Science Standards Provides instruction by which pupils experiment with the above standards Teaches STEAM as a culturally relevant subject Develops instructional plans and organizes class time to provide a balance program of instruction, demonstration, and working time. Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils with varying intellectual and physical abilities, and to accommodate a variety of instructional activities. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly and productive studio environment. Instructs pupil in proper care and use of tools and equipment. Organizes storage areas and controls use of materials, equipment, and tools to prevent loss or abuse, and to minimize time required for distribution and collection. Evaluates each pupil's performance and growth in knowledge, performance and effort, and prepares progress reports. Selects and requisitions books, instructional materials, tools, instructional aids, and maintains required inventory records. Communicates with parents and school counselors on pupil progress. Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs within the school of assignment or on a district level.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
Massachusetts Certification in General Science, All levels , All levels with SEI Endorsement or coursework/training pertaining to teaching students in their non-native language is preferred.
2+ years of experience instructing and leading performance art; experience in an urban environment preferred.
Ability to collaborate with colleagues across grade levels and content areas.

Nice To Haves

Early Childhood/Elementary experience preferred
Bilingual/Bicultural (English/Spanish) preferred

Responsibilities

Teaches knowledge and skills of General Science Standards
Provides instruction by which pupils experiment with the above standards
Teaches STEAM as a culturally relevant subject
Develops instructional plans and organizes class time to provide a balance program of instruction, demonstration, and working time.
Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils with varying intellectual and physical abilities, and to accommodate a variety of instructional activities.
Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly and productive studio environment.
Instructs pupil in proper care and use of tools and equipment.
Organizes storage areas and controls use of materials, equipment, and tools to prevent loss or abuse, and to minimize time required for distribution and collection.
Evaluates each pupil's performance and growth in knowledge, performance and effort, and prepares progress reports.
Selects and requisitions books, instructional materials, tools, instructional aids, and maintains required inventory records.
Communicates with parents and school counselors on pupil progress.
Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs within the school of assignment or on a district level.