STEAM Teacher (Grades 5-8) — Hands-on, Inquiry-Based Learning

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

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.