EXPLORE Engineering and Design Teacher - Grace James Academy of Excellence (2025-2026) JOB ID 3[...]

Jefferson County Public Schools; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks an Engineering and Design Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The role involves planning and delivering instruction, monitoring student progress, and fostering a passion for project-based learning. Ideal candidates will hold Kentucky certification and have experience in the relevant field. Join a dedicated team committed to empowering students through innovative teaching methods.

Qualifications

• Kentucky certification appropriate to the grade level and curricular area required.
• Experience and preparation as required by the Board.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and delivers instruction based on the approved curriculum.
• Monitors and evaluates student progress; maintains records and reports.

Skills

Engineering

Project-Based Learning

Design Thinking

Education

Kentucky certification

Job description

EXPLORE Engineering and Design Teacher - Grace James Academy of Excellence (2025-2026)

JOB ID: 35482 | Start Time: 7:30

Position Type: Middle School Teaching

Date Posted: 5/9/2025

Location: GRACE M. JAMES ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE

Date Available: 08/01/2025

Closing Date: 05/24/2025

Teacher Transfer Instructions for 2025-26:

Current JCPS teachers interested in transferring into this position must click here to be considered. Transfer requests will not be accepted after 05/24/2025. For more information, refer to Article 16 of the JCTA contract regarding the transfer process.

Job Details:

• Job Description: (Attached)
• Salary Schedule: III (Attached)
• Days/Hours: 187 days / 7 hours

Scope of Responsibilities:

Plans, organizes, and delivers instruction based on the approved curriculum; monitors and evaluates student progress; maintains records and reports; enforces policies, regulations, and rules; supervises students; secures and maintains school property and materials.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Kentucky certification appropriate to the grade level and curricular area (Math, Science, Engineering Middle School)
2. Experience and preparation as required by the Board

About the Explore Pathways:

This program aims to help middle school students explore future career options through project-based learning and student choice. Teachers should have a passion for this pathway, either through experience in a related field or by holding appropriate certification and interest in the focus area.

Guiding Principles of Explore include:

• Equitable access to opportunities and resources
• Increased student engagement and sense of belonging
• Student empowerment through Design Thinking and Project-Based Learning
• Promotion of 21st Century Skills and the Backpack of Success Skills
• Connecting middle to high school through the Academies of Louisville

Note: Accurate and complete information entered in the online application will be used to verify qualifications. Falsification may result in exclusion or termination.

Postings current as of 5/16/2025 11:32:55 AM CST.

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