STEAM Director/Instructor Direct Instruction

• Serve as the classroom teacher of record for STEAM instruction for students in grades K-8, delivering standards-aligned lessons in the STEAM classroom;
• Plan, differentiate, and deliver developmentally appropriate STEAM instruction across all grade bands served (K-8), adjusting content, pacing, and complexity by grade level;
• Manage the STEAM classroom environment, schedule, and materials for daily use by all K-8 classes rotating through it; Instructional Leadership & Coaching
• Observe STEAM lessons across classrooms and provide actionable, growth-oriented feedback to teachers on instructional practice, engagement strategies, and standards alignment;
• Co-plan STEAM lessons and units with classroom teachers, ensuring attainment of state learning standards and Common Core standards;
• Develop and teach model Project-Based Learning (PBL) lessons in classrooms as a demonstration of best practice for all staff;
• Coach teachers on adapting and enriching curriculum using multiple strategies and online tools to actively engage students in imaginative, real-world learning;
• Build teacher capacity to guide students in developing broader 21st Century competencies needed for success in a complex, evolving world;
• Facilitate professional development workshops and coaching cycles focused on STEAM instruction, PBL design, and technology integration; Curriculum & Program Development
• Develop, refine, and vertically align STEAM curriculum and lesson plans across grade levels;
• Design classroom experiences that teach students not just facts, but how to apply learning to solve real-world problems;
• Ensure STEAM programming is student-centric, holistic, and teaches students how to learn as much as it teaches subject-area content;
• Provide ample opportunities for students to develop 21st century skills through activities outside the classroom, such as student organizations, physical activities, and service learning;
• Stay current on emerging tools and web technologies, evaluating and integrating those with the greatest potential to serve student needs; Materials, Resources & Community Partnerships
• Oversee the use, maintenance, and equitable distribution of all STEAM materials, equipment, and technology present in the building, ensuring resources are accessible and actively utilized across classrooms;
• Maintain inventory and manage requests, upkeep, and replacement of STEAM materials and equipment;
• Identify, cultivate, and manage relationships with community organizations, local businesses, and partners to bring real-world resources, guest expertise, and enrichment opportunities into STEAM instruction;
• Coordinate community-based learning experiences, partnerships, and service-learning opportunities that extend STEAM learning beyond the classroom;
• Ensure staff are informed of and trained in available STEAM materials, tools, and community resources; Data & Technology
• Stay fully connected to learning data and tools for using that data, along with content, resources, and systems, to create, manage, and assess engaging and relevant learning experiences;
• Support teachers in using data to inform STEAM instructional decisions;
• Model information, media, and technology savviness for staff and students;
• General School and Classroom Responsibilities
• Understands, accepts, and abides by the Academy's philosophy and mission statement in all school activities;
• Responsible for leading and implementing instructional practices for all STEAM-related classes across the building;
• Models tolerance, global awareness, reflective practice, and the behaviors expected of students and staff;
• Prepares instructional and programmatic plans as directed;
• Supports administration of standardized testing as directed;
• Maintains accurate records related to STEAM programming, coaching logs, materials inventory, and community partnerships;
• Maintains confidentiality concerning all student information and professional matters;
• Works with staff to improve student learning and achievement;
• Deploys sound classroom management techniques when modeling lessons;
• Engages in collaboration with colleagues as a model of "connected educator," building positive working relationships with students, parents, school personnel, and the public;
• Required to attend and/or participate in school activities as directed by the Principal, such as staff meetings, open houses, chaperoning student activities, faculty committees, and school problem-solving efforts;
• Follows all corporate and Academy policies and procedures;
• Participates in and helps design professional development workshops/programs;
• Maintains status of Highly Qualified Teacher as per federal definition (if applicable);
• Performs other duties, as deemed appropriate, by the Principal and Management Company.

Reports To:

Principal Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree; advanced degree in Education, STEAM-related field, or Instructional Leadership preferred;
• Certification/Licensure in appropriate teaching area; NCLB Highly Qualified;
• Prior classroom teaching experience, preferably in a STEAM discipline, and/or instructional coaching experience preferred;
• Demonstrated experience designing and facilitating Project-Based Learning;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Proficient in computer applications;
• Knowledgeable in use of web resources, online tools, and technology tools, including STEAM-specific equipment and platforms;
• Effective organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple schools, staff, and priorities simultaneously;
• Experience building and sustaining community and business partnerships preferred;
• Satisfactory completion of local, state, and federal criminal history check and TB test.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person