Technology Engineering Teacher (Middle School)

Arlington Public Schools (MA); Arlington (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlington Public Schools (MA) seeks a Technology/Engineering Teacher for Ottoson Middle School to empower seventh and eighth graders with hands-on fabrication and design skills, fostering problem solving and creative risk taking.

The role involves delivering Technology/Design Engineering curricula aligned with state standards in technology and engineering, including manufacturing, transportation, and engineering concepts, and collaborating with families and the broader school community.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Technology/Engineering, Middle School Science, Visual Art or other License deemed appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Teach seventh and eighth grade middle school Technology/Design Engineering courses with hands-on projects that teach fabrication and design skills, while encouraging problem solving and creative risk taking.
• Curricula must also explore concepts related to the State Standards in Technology & Engineering, including manufacturing, transportation, and engineering.

Skills

Licensed in Technology/Engineering

Job description

The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.

Type Of Position

Technology/Engineering Teacher

Location:

Ottoson Middle School, Arlington, MA

We are looking for an innovative STEAM educator who can inspire students to become life-long learners and creative risk-takers, and provide students with the technical skills and Habits of Mind they need to solve problems and realize their own creative vision.

Teach seventh and eighth grade middle school Technology/Design Engineering courses that engage students in hands-on projects that teach fabrication and design skills while encouraging problem solving and creative risk taking. Curricula must also explore concepts related to the State Standards in Technology & Engineering, including manufacturing, transportation, and engineering

Qualifications

• (preferred) Licensed in Technology/Engineering,Middle School Science, Visual Art or other License deemed appropriate.

Reports To

Director of Visual Arts, K-12

Ottoson School Principal

Arlington values diversity. The Arlington Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, age, ancestry, or disability.