Teacher - Elementary - STEAM

Chesterfield County Public Schools; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesterfield County Public Schools seeks a STEAM Specialist to lead K-5 STEAM integration across content areas and provide coaching to teachers. The role emphasizes project-based learning, collaboration with administrators and curriculum experts, and ongoing assessment of STEAM initiatives.

Applicants should hold a Virginia teaching license (PreK-6) and preferably a Master’s degree. The position includes developing materials, coordinating STEAM events, and supporting staff through professional

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of elementary math and science instruction aligned with SOL and STEAM standards.
• Experience delivering project-based STEAM lessons to K-5 students.
• Strong ability to communicate and collaborate with teachers, staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with teachers to review and develop STEAM curriculum materials and instructional plans in order to integrate STEAM lessons that are age appropriate and aligned with Virginia Standards.
• Coaches and models the effective integration of STEAM lessons for classroom teachers.
• Coordinates school-based STEAM events and programs, and supports teachers and curriculum specialists in program implementation.
• Provides building-level support to teachers and paraprofessionals to increase their STEAM content knowledge and instructional strategies.
• Reviews instructional materials and provides staff development in STEAM.
• Monitors documentation and data related to STEAM integration and program effectiveness.

Skills

STEAM education

Oral communication

Collaboration

Curriculum integration

Education

Virginia teaching license (PreK-6)

Master’s degree in education

Tools

Google Apps for Education

Canvas

Promethean Boards

Job description

Our outstanding teachers, support staff members and leaders are top-notch educators whom others seek to emulate, and quite simply – we would like for you to consider joining us.

General Description:

To provide engaging, project based lessons that incorporate the 6C’s of an infinite learner: communicator, collaborator, critical thinker, connector, creator, and citizen to students K-5 in a resource class across multiple content areas (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics).

Job Description:

Essential Job Functions :

• Collaborates with teachers to review and develop STEAM curriculum materials and instructional plans in order to integrate STEAM lessons that are age appropriate and aligned with the Virginia Standards of Learning and the Standards for Technological Literacy.

• Provides direct support to the classroom teacher by coaching and modeling the effective integration of STEAM lessons.

• Collaborates with the building level administration, building level staff, Science/Math Lead Teachers and district level Science/Math/Art Curriculum Specialists in the development and implementation of programs, events and instructional practices that will increase the number and variety of STEAM experiences for all students.

• Provides building level support to teachers and paraprofessionals that increases their content knowledge in STEAM education, and teaches new instructional strategies through consultations and lesson modeling.

• Assists with the review and identification of quality instructional materials and pedagogical best practices, and provides staff development opportunities for teachers and administrators in the area of STEAM.

• Monitors various forms of documentation and records regarding STEAM integration and learning.

• Collects and uses data to make instructional decisions related to curriculum and instruction; monitors and assess curriculum, instruction and program effectiveness, and recommends and implements improvements to curriculum, instruction and program effectiveness based on on-going analysis of data.

• Serves as a leading member of the school based STEAM Committee. Coordinates school based STEAM student teams in preparation for annual CCPS STEAMmania event.

• Visits classrooms for teaching support and consultation; monitors STEAM instructional programs in the school; collects and analyzes data on the effect of STEAM integration on student content knowledge and problem solving ability.

• Delivers STEAM oriented instruction through Project Based Learning methods.

• Attends professional development and training related to STEAM programs and methodologies, staying abreast of current research.

• Maintains an inventory of materials to support the collection and organization of supplies necessary for teaching in a STEAM setting.

• Adheres to policies and regulations as outlined in federal and state laws and School Board Policies and Procedures.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Budgetary Responsibility :

Responsible for the management of budget for designated programs. Provides recommendations to building principal for items that support STEAM teaching and learning

Report Preparation:

N/A

Equipment Operation :

Operates personal computer, basic office equipment and equipment related to program instruction, i.e. Canvas, google apps, coding, Promethean Boards, ActiveInspire, 3D printers, Spheros, Dash, and Ozobots.

Contacts:

Students, Faculty, Administrators, Parents, Community Members

Work Direction/ Supervision:

Contact with all levels of CCPS personnel and various outside agencies

Decision Making :

Performs majority of functions independently.

Formal Policy-Setting Responsibilities :

N/A

Physical Demands :

Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to use a telephone, to enter data into a computer terminal; to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear, understand speech and speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly at normal levels indoors and on the telephone. Physical agility to lift up to 25 lbs., bend, stoop, sit on the floor, climb stairs, walk and reach overhead. Frequent movement throughout the school facilities is required.

Work Environment :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a public school or office environment. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate.

Qualifications:

Considerable knowledge of the concepts, principles and methodologies of elementary math and science instruction in a public school setting; of current curriculum development, program implementation and planning in elementary math and science, learning theory, recent research and available state and local resources; child growth and development, group dynamics and related state and federal regulations. Experience teaching project based learning lessons to students in grades K-5. Demonstrated ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and well written communication and to react effectively with parents, students, teachers, administrators and the community. Working skills in the use of technology including word processing, spreadsheet and database software (Google apps for education preferred). Demonstrated ability to organize, schedule and monitor work assignments and to train and advise staff. Demonstrated ability in decision-making, problem analysis, conflict resolution, interpersonal relationships, program management, research and planning and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Additional Job Requirements:

Must hold or be eligible to hold a valid Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in Elementary Education PreK-6. Prior teaching experience at the elementary level is preferred. Master’s degree in education or a related field is preferred. Experience or additional endorsements in the areas of science, technology, engineering or science preferred.

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation

• State Police Criminal History Investigation

• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation

• Tuberculosis Screening/Test

Compensation

$55,046.62 - $83,594.34

Hours Per Day

8

Days Per Year

200

Benefits

Chesterfield County Public Schools offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. Benefit offerings may differ based upon full-time and part-time employee status.

Chesterfield County Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities for employees as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position and does not imply an employment contract.