Middle School Project Led the Way/STEM Teacher

ALBANY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT ONE

Laramie, Wyoming

JOB DESCRIPTION

Middle School Project Lead the Way (PLTW)/STEM Teacher

POSITION SUMMARY

The Middle School Project Lead the Way (PLTW) / STEM Teacher is responsible for providing instruction to students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) using the Project Lead the Way curriculum and other aligned instructional resources. The position emphasizes hands-on, project-based learning to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and real-world application skills in students.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Middle School

PLTW/STEM

Teacher :

Plans and prepares for classroom instruction aligned to PLTW curriculum and District standards.

• Has and maintains knowledge of STEM subject areas and PLTW instructional practices and teaches to District objectives and/or student IEPs.
• Implements project-based and inquiry-driven instructional strategies that promote student engagement and problem-solving.
• Provides instruction to students in STEM-related courses using a variety of instructional techniques and technology-based tools.
• Personalizes instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
• Utilizes appropriate assessment strategies, including performance-based assessments, to measure student learning and growth.
• Maintains a safe and organized classroom/lab environment, including proper use and care of tools, materials, and equipment.
• Provides equity in the classroom by providing equal opportunity for students regardless of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, background, and abilities.
• Communicates with and constantly strives to maintain a positive relationship with students and parents.
• Manages student behavior in the classroom.
• Integrates cross-curricular connections and collaborates with colleagues to enhance STEM learning opportunities.
• Supports and encourages student participation in STEM-related activities, clubs, or competitions, as appropriate.
• Participates in required Project Lead the Way training and ongoing professional development.
• Organizes the classroom to promote learning, student safety, and ensures classroom equipment functions in a safe manner.
• Responds appropriately to student behavior in the total school environment by enforcing school rules in hallways, on school grounds, in other school areas away from the classroom, and on school-sponsored trips.
• Participates in professional growth (such as professional organizations, coursework, workshops, and conferences) and other professional activities (such as school and/or District committees, taskforces, in-depth studies, or councils).
• Follows the policies and procedures of the school and the District.
• Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility, such as demonstrating ethical behavior; providing accurate data and reports when needed; meeting deadlines; maintaining confidentiality; caring for the equipment and materials; and dressing appropriately and presenting a good role model.
• Other duties as assigned.

Denotes essential functions (The tasks listed under the heading of Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities are examples of the variety and general nature of duties performed by employees in positions allocated to the classification. This specification should not be interpreted to describe all the duties which may be assigned to an employee at this level.)

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Knowledge of STEM content areas, including science, engineering, technology, and/or mathematics Understanding of Project Lead the Way curriculum and instructional framework (or willingness to obtain training) Ability to implement project-based and experiential learning strategies Strong classroom management skills, particularly in hands-on learning environments Ability to integrate technology to enhance student learning Knowledge of adolescent development and learning styles Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute to interdisciplinary teams Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills Ability to maintain a safe and effective learning environment, including proper supervision of equipment and materials

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor's Degree; certification from the Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board with endorsement in one or more of the following: Science (6-12), Mathematics (6-12), Computer Science, or related field.

Work Experience:

Experience teaching STEM-related subjects or middle school students is preferred.

Additional Requirements:

Willingness to attend and successfully complete Project Lead the Way professional development training (typically held during the summer).

PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The Physical Abilities and Working Conditions listed in this section are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of Physical Abilities and Working Conditions which may be required for this position. Albany County School District #1 encourages persons with disabilities who are interested in employment for this position and need reasonable accommodation of those disabilities to contact the Chief Human Resources Officer for further information.

Vision:

(which may be corrected) to read small print; view a computer screen for prolonged periods.

Hearing:

(which may be corrected) to answer telephones and tolerate exposure to noisy conditions.

Speech:

to be understood in face-to-face communications; to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone.

Upper Body Mobility:

use hands and fingers to feel, grasp, and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at the wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower the head.

Strength:

to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 45 or more pounds on a frequent basis.

Environmental Requirements:

encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors and outdoors.

Mental Requirements:

read, write, understand, interpret, and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile, and coordinate information and records.

Additional Work Conditions and Physical Abilities:

May require travel to multiple sites.

EVALUATION

Evaluation of this position shall be by the Principal/Asst. Principal.