Stem Teacher Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• B.A. or B.S. degree from an accredited institution.
• Knowledge of elementary instructional practices in both English Language Arts and STEM.
• Strong classroom management skills, including establishing consistent routines, maintaining high expectations, and implementing positive behavioral supports.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and use student achievement data to inform instructional decisions.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills to manage instruction across multiple content areas.

Nice To Haves

• Prior elementary teaching experience in diverse school communities.
• Experience teaching both ELA and STEM or working in a self-contained elementary classroom.
• Demonstrated success improving student academic outcomes in literacy and mathematics.
• Experience implementing Tier 1 classroom management strategies and targeted behavioral interventions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction in ELA and STEM using Rocketship’s adopted curricula.
• Plan instruction, assess student learning, and support academic growth across both content areas.
• Establish a classroom culture of excellence, belonging, and high expectations through consistent routines, positive relationships, and effective classroom management.
• Implement proactive Tier 1 classroom management strategies and targeted Tier 2 supports for students’ academic and behavioral needs.
• Differentiate instruction for diverse student needs, including multilingual learners and students with disabilities.
• Submit lesson plans for feedback and collaborate with instructional coaches to strengthen teaching practices.
• Analyze student achievement data in ELA and STEM, identify learning gaps, adjust instruction, and accelerate academic growth.
• Partner with special education staff to support the inclusion and needs of students with additional needs.
• Provide intentional Social-Emotional Learning instruction and collaborate with Rocketship’s Wellness team.
• Build trusting relationships with students and families through consistent, proactive communication.
• Conduct annual home visits and maintain communication with families throughout the school year.
• Partner with families to set academic and behavioral goals, communicate student progress, and address challenges collaboratively.
• Participate in school events, family engagement activities, and community gatherings.
• Engage in weekly coaching, real-time classroom feedback, and professional development.
• Take responsibility for student learning, professional commitments, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate openly and respectfully with colleagues, school leaders, students, and families.
• Collaborate across teams and content areas to share practices and support consistent, high-quality instruction.

Benefits

• Excellent health and wellness benefits.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Generous paid time off.
• $8,000 instructional stipend, subject to applicable eligibility requirements.
• Signing bonus of up to $2,500, subject to applicable eligibility requirements.
• Eligibility for performance-based pay tied to student growth and instructional excellence.