Elementary STEM/PLTW Teacher

Ann Arbor Public Schools; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ann Arbor Public Schools seeks an Elementary STEAM/PLTW Instructor to lead PLTW implementation across multiple elementary buildings. This 1.0 FTE role reports to Building Principals and focuses on enhancing STEAM instruction through professional development and strategic collaboration.

The ideal candidate will have a Michigan teaching certificate, elementary classroom experience, and a passion for Project Lead The Way. PLTW certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid Michigan Elementary K-5 or K-8 teaching certificate.
• Experience working with elementary students and evidence of highly qualified status.
• PLTW certification is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of STEAM integration and Project Lead The Way concepts.

Responsibilities

• Direct and implement the PLTW Curriculum under the Principal's direction.
• Plan instructional resources and support STEAM/PLTW activities to boost learning.
• Provide consultation and professional development to administrators and staff.
• Coordinate training for teachers in Project Based Learning and STEAM.
• Foster partnerships with districts, universities, and external partners.

Skills

STEAM leadership

PD design

PBL knowledge

Curriculum standards

Education

Michigan Elem K-5 or K-8 teaching cert

Experience with elementary students

Highly qualified status per NCLB

PLTW certification (preferred)

Job description

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching

POSITION TITLE: Elementary STEAM/Project Lead The Way Instructor

FTE: 1.0

POSITION LOCATION: Multiple Elementary Buildings

EFFECTIVE: 2026/27 school year

SALARY: Teachers Salary Schedule

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Building Principals

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The following is a list of qualifications for the position, any one of which may be waived by the Board in exercising its prerogative to determine qualifications.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Possess a valid Michigan Elementary K-5 or K-8 S.C. Teaching Certificate
• Possess work experience with elementary students.
• Must submit evidence, at time of interview, of highly qualified status as defined through NCLB.
• PLTW Certification Preferred but not required

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Principal, direct and implement the PLTW Curriculum. Plan instructional resources and support functions of the STEAM/PLTW curriculum to enhance student learning and achievement; provide consultation and professional development activities to administrators, staff and faculty to enhance the educational effectiveness of students in the areas of science, technology, engineering, fine arts and math.

Essential Duties:

• Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Provide STEAM content leadership for the schools servicing
• Fully support a commitment to addressing the achievement gap for students of color, students living in poverty and English Learners through STEAM activities while increasing the achievement of all students
• Establish and maintain liaisons with districts, universities, outside agencies, organizations, and other partners
• Plan, design, develop, implement, coordinate and conduct training and professional development activities for faculty, staff and administrators in Project Based Learning, STEAM, and Project Lead The Way
• Ensure that STEAM activities are responsive to educator needs:
• Make connections with outside schools and resources that might assist teachers in providing the best STEAM resources to support our students.
• Seek out opportunities for administration, staff, parents and students to connect with schools around the globe for distance learning projects and discussions
• Participate in the district STEAM initiatives and Teacher Learning Network
• Ensure that STEAM activities are responsive to student needs:
• Implement the PLTW Launch curriculum with fidelity.
• Work with students on effective and safe use of technology, specifically as it relates to technology as a learning tool
• Support students in developing a responsible, effective online presence through social media
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge or experience in Project Lead the Way
• Skill in implementing effective professional development activities
• Deep knowledge of principles, theories, standards, practices, strategies and procedures involved in project based learning and STEAM integration
• Knowledge of curriculum standards and application in subject or instructional areas including science, technology, engineering, arts, and math
• Good judgment, flexibility, creativity and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Ability to effectively manage a large project with multiple partners
• Ability to multi-task and work independently with little direction
• Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing
• Demonstrated ability to meet schedules and timelines
• Advanced skill in preparing and presenting a variety of reports and materials

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts. The employee is directly responsible for safety, well-being, or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Demonstrate interdisciplinary thinking and instruction
• Demonstrate open-ended critical thinking and problem solving
• Demonstrate a willingness to use and develop technology tools that promote shared problem solving and inquiry
• Demonstrate instructional understanding of higher order questioning skills; apply these skills to advance rigor and relevance of instruction/learning as needed

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. Duties are performed indoors and occasionally outdoors.

Postings current as of 7/29/2026 10:59:38 PM CST.