K-5 STEM Teacher: Hands-On, Inquiry-Based Learning

Talent Vision; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Vision is partnering with a public charter school to recruit an Elementary Teacher (STEM) for the 2026–2027 school year. This role emphasizes inquiry-based STEM instruction for K–5 students and requires collaboration with colleagues, families, and school leaders to advance student outcomes.

The starting salary ranges from $50,000 to $68,000, with a commitment to equity, inclusive practices, and ongoing professional development within a mission-driven school community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in Education, STEM field, or related area preferred.
• Valid state teaching certification for elementary grades (K–5) or commitment to obtain certification prior to start date.
• Minimum of two years of elementary classroom teaching experience preferred; early-career candidates with strong STEM background are encouraged to apply.
• Demonstrated expertise in standards-based instruction, assessment, and data-informed decision-making.
• Experience designing and implementing hands-on, inquiry-based STEM lessons and project-based learning.
• Strong classroom management skills and experience supporting social-emotional learning and restorative practices.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills with students, families, and colleagues.
• Commitment to culturally responsive teaching, equity, and serving diverse student populations.
• Familiarity with instructional technologies, digital tools, and learning management systems; experience with coding, robotics, or maker education is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver high-quality, standards-aligned STEM instruction for elementary students (K–5) that promotes curiosity, problem-solving, and academic growth.
• Plan hands-on, inquiry-based lessons and projects that integrate science, technology, engineering, and mathematics while connecting to literacy and other content areas.
• Use formative and summative assessment data to differentiate instruction, provide targeted interventions, and monitor student progress.
• Create and maintain a classroom environment that is inclusive, restorative, and centered on high expectations and equitable access to STEM learning for all students.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams, instructional coaches, and school leaders to analyze student data, refine instructional practices, and implement curriculum maps and school initiatives.
• Integrate age-appropriate technology and engineering design practices, ensuring safe and effective use of tools and materials.
• Communicate regularly with families about student progress, classroom expectations, and opportunities to support STEM learning at home.
• Participate in professional learning, including summer orientation, staff meetings, and ongoing training throughout the school year.
• Support social-emotional learning and positive behavior systems in partnership with school support staff.
• Contribute to school-wide events, committees, and collaborative problem-solving to continuously improve student experience and outcomes.

Skills

Data-informed decisions

Standards-based instruction

Hands-on STEM

Collaboration

Communication

Equity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Learning Management System

Coding

Robotics

Job description

Talent Vision is partnering with a public charter school to recruit an Elementary Teacher (STEM) for the 2026–2027 school year. This role emphasizes inquiry-based STEM instruction for K–5 students and requires collaboration with colleagues, families, and school leaders to advance student outcomes.

The starting salary ranges from $50,000 to $68,000, with a commitment to equity, inclusive practices, and ongoing professional development within a mission-driven school community.