K-8 STEM & TAG Specialist

Concept Schools; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Support for obtaining TAG endorsement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

An educational institution in Des Moines is seeking a K-8 STEM Teacher & Talented and Gifted (TAG) Coordinator. This dual-role position involves delivering STEM instruction while also coordinating the TAG program to support students across various needs. The ideal candidate should have a valid Iowa teaching license, a Bachelor's degree, and a passion for STEM education. Professional development opportunities for obtaining the TAG endorsement will be provided, ensuring compliance with state guidelines.

Qualifications

• Valid Iowa teaching license (elementary or appropriate endorsement for assignment).
• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Willingness to obtain Iowa Talented and Gifted (TAG) endorsement if not already endorsed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, standards-aligned STEM instruction to students in grades K-8.
• Coordinate and support the implementation of the school's TAG program.
• Facilitate TAG-related interventions and enrichment services within the school's MTSS framework.

Skills

STEM curriculum knowledge

Differentiation skills

Collaboration skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Valid Iowa teaching license

Job description

An educational institution in Des Moines is seeking a K-8 STEM Teacher & Talented and Gifted (TAG) Coordinator. This dual-role position involves delivering STEM instruction while also coordinating the TAG program to support students across various needs. The ideal candidate should have a valid Iowa teaching license, a Bachelor's degree, and a passion for STEM education. Professional development opportunities for obtaining the TAG endorsement will be provided, ensuring compliance with state guidelines.