Elementary STEM Teacher (K-5)

DuPage County; Darien (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school district is seeking an Elementary STEM Teacher for Grades K-5. This role involves designing a dynamic STEM curriculum, collaborating with educators, and fostering hands-on learning experiences. The ideal candidate will have a valid Illinois Teacher Certificate and a strong background in problem-based learning. Join us to inspire young minds in a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Illinois Teacher Certificate required.
• Experience with problem-based learning preferred.
• Deep understanding of NGSS and CCSS.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a dynamic STEM curriculum for K-5 students.
• Collaborate with educators to integrate interdisciplinary STEM activities.
• Organize and coordinate special STEM events for schools.

Skills

Classroom Management

Problem-Based Learning

Time Management

Critical Thinking

Collaboration

Education

Elementary Education Illinois Teacher Certificate

Science Endorsement

Job description

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District

Darien Public Schools District #61

Position Type

Elementary School Teaching

Date Posted

1/29/2025

Location:

Lace School

Date Available

0818/2025

District

Darien Public Schools District #61TITLE: Elementary STEM Teacher (K-5)

Qualifications

• Current and Valid Elementary Education Illinois Teacher Certificate.
• Science Endorsement (highly preferred)
• Evidence of proficient/excellent classroom teaching experience
• Evidence of experience with problem-based learning
• Evidence of planning, organization, and time management skills that will bring structure and accountability to the position.
• Deep understanding of NGSS and CCSS.
  
  

LOCATION(s): Mark DeLay School & Lace Elementary School

REPORTS TO: Principal(s)/Superintendent

PURPOSE OF JOB: This position is responsible for designing and implementing a dynamic STEM curriculum for students in Grades K-5. The teacher will collaborate with classroom educators to integrate interdisciplinary STEM activities, fostering hands-on, inquiry-based learning. This role involves providing engaging instruction, promoting problem-solving, critical thinking, and innovation through science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs classes in the locations and at the time designated.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Implement, design, and refine a leading STEM program curriculum for Grades K-5.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and performance assessments, which guide the learning process toward curriculum goals and student learning.
• Uses technology to promote learning, creativity, and collaboration.
• Organizes, develops, and coordinates special STEM events/activities for Mark DeLay School and Lace School.
• Implements new programs and resources that support the vision of the D61.
• Researches outside partnerships/grants/funding opportunities to help support the integrity and growth of the program.
• Collaboratively works with the 6-8 STEM teacher to ensure a scope and sequence that best supports K-8 learners.
• Maintains and manages an inventory of materials to support the collection and organization of supplies necessary for teaching in a STEM setting.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct, and for the classroom develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence to keep abreast of developments, research, curriculum, best practices, and new technology in the field.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the building principal or other appropriate administrator.
  
  

Terms Of Employment

Ten-month year

Full-time employment

Contractual salary as established by the Board of Education

Interested candidates should complete on-line application.

Principal(s) to interview candidates and make employment recommendation to Superintendent.

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

• Other

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Government Administration

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