Middle School STEM Teacher

Red Hill Lutheran Church; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Hill Lutheran Church is seeking a dedicated educator to teach Middle School STEAM (7th–8th grade) and to develop comprehensive STEAM programs. The role includes supporting students and families and maintaining communications across channels related to STEAM curricula.

The ideal candidate has a degree in education and credentials, with STEM training and experience in middle school settings. The position emphasizes Christian values and a faith-based approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Education or related field.
• California teaching credential required or equivalent.
• Specialized training in STEM fields and STEAM education.

Responsibilities

• Teach and instruct Middle School students in STEAM subjects (7th–8th grade).
• Plan, develop and conduct comprehensive STEAM education programs.
• Assist pupils and parents in adapting to a structured STEAM-based environment.
• Maintain printed and electronic communications for STEAM classes and curriculum.

Skills

STEAM education

Curriculum planning

Student support

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Education or related field

California teaching credential

STEM specialization/training

Job description

SummaryUnder direction, teach and instruct students in Middle School, Grades 7-8, or a combination of the same in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) and other related skill areas; plan, develop, organize, and conduct a comprehensive STEAM education programs for middle school students; assist pupils, parents, and others in aiding pupils in adjusting to a structured STEAM based educational environment; perform other related functions as required.Perform a variety of complex and responsible duties in providing information and assistance to students, staff, parents, and the public by using RHLS systems and processes. Initiate, create, and maintain printed and electronic communication systems to support all RHLS activities (including social media) that are related to the STEAM classes and curriculum.Spiritual:Affirms that, as part of the qualifications for this position, he/she is a Christian who knows the Lord Jesus Christ as Savior. (John 3:3, 1 Peter 1:23).Gives testimony that teaching and/or working with children is a calling, and that working in this Christian school is God's direction.Manifests by precept and example the highest Christian virtue and personal decorum, serving as a Christian role model (1 Timothy 4: 12)Accepts without verbal or mental reservations the Statement of Faith, the Philosophy of Education, and Mission Statement of this school and church and is committed to upholding them.Education/Experience:Possession of a Baccalaureate or higher degree with emphasis in education or closely related field areas. Experience and training in STEAM/Science/Engineering preferred. Specialized training in STEM fields.Certification RequirementPossession of a California credential authorizing service as a teacher of primary/elementary or high school grade students; or equivalent.Experience:Successful completion of student teaching at a recognized college or university or two years of regular full time classroom teaching experience, preferably including one year in a middle school setting teaching STEAM/Science/Engineering.