PLTW Elementary STEM Lead Teacher

Antioch School District 34; United States; On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave and personal days

TRS retirement contributions

Dental benefits

Job summary

Antioch School District 34 seeks a Project Lead the Way Elementary Teacher for Oakland Elementary School. The role focuses on creating a supportive learning environment and delivering PLTW-based instruction to students in grades K-5.

The successful candidate will plan lessons, assess progress, collaborate with families and staff, and drive technology integration aligned with district STEAM goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required for teaching position.
• Professional Educator License (PEL) required.
• Endorsement in Science.
• Gateway PLTW training and certification.
• Previous teaching experience preferred.
• Knowledge of current educational methodologies and instructional techniques.
• Knowledge of child development theories.

Responsibilities

• Embraces a philosophy of continuous improvement through teamwork, collaboration, and shared leadership.
• Instructs PLTW Launch Program for Grades K-5 integrating science, technology, math and engineering.
• Attends trainings and professional development opportunities (including summer).
• Participates on technology and science committees.
• Introduces district-selected computer applications aligned with PLTW curriculum.
• Provides leadership in technology, NGSS, math integration, and classroom integration.
• Performs other duties to ensure efficient and effective operations.
• Maintains PLTW Gateway training across multiple grade levels.
• Participates in STEAM/Technology/Math/Science committees.

Skills

Teamwork

Technology integration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

PEL

Science endorsement

Tools

PLTW Launch program tools

Job description

Antioch School District 34 seeks a Project Lead the Way Elementary Teacher for Oakland Elementary School. The role focuses on creating a supportive learning environment and delivering PLTW-based instruction to students in grades K-5.

The successful candidate will plan lessons, assess progress, collaborate with families and staff, and drive technology integration aligned with district STEAM goals.