Makerspace Innovator & Design Thinking Teacher

Bricolage; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bricolage Academy in New Orleans is seeking a Makerspace Teacher to lead the elementary makerspace program, guiding students through design thinking, coding tools, and hands-on projects.

The role emphasizes creating an innovative, inclusive classroom culture with a focus on safety, collaboration, and community involvement. Requirements include 3+ years of teaching and 1+ year in project-based learning.

Qualifications

• Strong belief in Bricolage Academy’s mission, vision and core values.
• Strong belief in and commitment to diverse, equitable, and inclusive educational access and equitable outcomes.
• Strong belief in and commitment to the city of New Orleans.
• At least 3 years of teaching experience.
• At least 1 year of project-based teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Building an innovative makerspace program with a clear mission and vision.
• Developing curriculum, scopes, and sequences for grade levels.
• Selecting curricular resources, materials, and equipment.
• Planning and leading lessons that emphasize innovation, problem solving, and collaboration.
• Differentiating instruction to meet individual student needs and integrating technology.

Skills

Project-based teaching

Education

Degree in an innovation field

Portfolio demonstrating proficiency in Innovation

Job description

Bricolage Academy in New Orleans is seeking a Makerspace Teacher to lead the elementary makerspace program, guiding students through design thinking, coding tools, and hands-on projects.

The role emphasizes creating an innovative, inclusive classroom culture with a focus on safety, collaboration, and community involvement. Requirements include 3+ years of teaching and 1+ year in project-based learning.