PROJECT LEAD THE WAY ELEMENTARY TEACHER

Antioch Community Consolidated School District 34; Antioch (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

TRS contributions

HMO insurance and dental benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Antioch Community Consolidated School District 34 is seeking a Project Lead the Way teacher to deliver PLTW Launch for grades K-5, integrating science, technology, engineering, and math with strong collaboration with parents and administrators.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, PEL, and PLTW training. The district emphasizes teamwork, continuous improvement, and opportunities for professional development, with a starting salary rate of $51,000.

Qualifications

• Experience with progressive instructional strategies.
• Familiarity with PLTW or technology-integrated learning.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues, parents, and administrators.
• Knowledge of current educational methodologies and child development theories.

Responsibilities

• Embrace teamwork and shared leadership to improve outcomes.
• Teach PLTW Launch Program for K-5 integrating science, tech and math with engineering.
• Attend trainings and professional development (including summer).
• Participate in technology, science, and STEAM committees.
• Lead district-selected computer applications with PLTW alignment.
• Provide leadership to staff in technology, NGSS, math, and classroom integration.
• Perform related duties to ensure efficient operations.
• Maintain PLTW Gateway training across multiple grade levels.
• Participate in STEAM, Technology, Math, and Science committees.

Skills

Teaching experience

Educational methods

Child development

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Professional Educator License (PEL)

Endorsement in Science

Gateway PLTW training/certification

Job description

Position Summary

The Project Lead the Way teacher is responsible for creating a supportive learning environment that fosters academic, social, and emotional growth of students. The teacher plans and implements lessons, assesses student progress, and collaborates with parents, colleagues, and administrators to ensure the success of each child.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Embraces a philosophy of continuous improvement through teamwork, collaboration, and shared leadership.
• Project Lead The Way teacher is responsible for classroom instruction of the Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Launch Program for Grades K-5 which integrates science, technology and math concepts with engineering.
• Attend necessary trainings and professional development opportunities (including summer)
• Participate as an active member of relevant committees including but not limited to technology and science.
• Introduce and implement district selected computer applications with students aligned with the PLTW curriculum
• Provide leadership to other staff members in the area of technology, Next Generation Science Standards, math and classroom integration.
• Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work environment
• Be current of required PLTW Gateway training for the multiple grade level classes taught.
• Participate as an active member of any formed STEAM, Technology, Math and Science Committees

Qualifications

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

Physical Demands

The role requires the ability to perform various physical tasks, including standing, walking, sitting, kneeling, lifting, and bending, as necessary to fulfill job responsibilities. The work environment may involve exposure to typical levels of noise and activity associated with a school and on a school bus setting. This overview is not exhaustive of all physical requirements and responsibilities inherent in the role.

Starting Salary Rate

Starting Salary Rate: $51,000.

Terms Of Employment

REPORTS TO: Building Administration

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary, length of work year and ongoing service shall be determined by the Board of Education.

Benefits

• Sick leave and personal days
• Employer contributions to the Teachers Retirement System (TRS)
• HMO insurance and dental benefits
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the district.

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed by the individual assigned to the position. They are not an exhaustive list of all of the duties and responsibilities related to the position.