STEAM Teacher Grades 5-8

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Oceanport (NJ); On-site; USD 62,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid sick and personal days

Enrollment in Teachers' Pension and An

Job summary

Oceanport Board of Education seeks a full-time Grades 5-8 STEAM teacher for Maple Place School, effective September 1, 2026. You will plan daily lessons and develop inquiry-based, hands-on STEAM activities across science, technology, engineering, art, and math.

Applicants must hold one or more state certifications for Grades 5-8 (Math, Science, Technology Education, or Computer Science) and pass the required content-area test. Salary ranges listed, with health insurance and pension eligibility.

Qualifications

• Must hold one or more state certifications for Grades 5-8 (Math or Science-related).
• Pass the required state subject-matter test in the additional content area.
• Experience in computer/technology and/or science teaching preferred.
• Ability to implement inquiry-based, hands-on STEAM learning and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily lessons and develop STEAM activities across science, technology, engineering, art, and math.
• Engage students in collaborative, hands-on learning and inquiry-based experiences.
• Work with colleagues and administration to support student success and growth.

Skills

Coding

Robotics

Engineering design

Formative assessment

Collaboration

Communication

Student engagement

STEM education

Education

Middle School Math Certification

Middle School Science Certification

Technology Education Certification

Computer Science Certification

State subject-matter testing

Tools

Computer systems

Media arts

Job description

Position Type

Middle School Teaching

Date Posted

5/21/2026

Location

Maple Place School

Date Available

9/1/2026

Closing Date

06/11/2026

Middle School (Grades 5-8) STEAM teacher

The Oceanport Board of Education has an anticipated full-time opening for a Grades 5-8 STEAM teacher effective September 1, 2026.

The teacher will plan daily lessons and develop STEAM learning activities and experiences that are inquiry based and hands-on in the areas of science, technology, engineering, art, and math.

Must hold one or more of the following Certifications:

• Middle School with Subject matter Specialization in Mathematics or Science in Grades 5-8
• Mathematics Certification
• Science Certification
• Technology Education Certification
• Computer Science Certification

AND

• Pass the necessary State subject-matter test in the additional content area

Successful Candidates Should Possess the Following:

• Computer/technology and/or science teaching experience preferred
• Knowledge of coding, robotics, and the engineering design process
• Understanding of computer systems and media arts
• Familiarity with utilizing formative assessment to drive instruction
• Ability to engage students in collaborative hands-on learning and inquiry based activities that promote creativity
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and administration
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
• Strong communication skills
• A passion for student success

Salary Range

$61,985 - $63,985

Benefits

This position includes eligibility for health insurance, paid sick and personal days, and enrollment in the Teachers' Pension and Annuity Fund.

This position is part of a collective bargaining unit.

Posting Date

May 21, 2026

Closing Date

June 11, 2026

Oceanport is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all eligible persons are encouraged to apply.

Attachments

• STEAM Teacher MP.pdf