Technology Teacher - 26-27 Vacancy

Poughkeepsie City School District; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Poughkeepsie City School District is hiring a Certified Technology Teacher to join their team at Poughkeepsie Middle School. The role involves planning and delivering engaging instructional activities aimed at fostering STEM learning and supporting student development.

Responsibilities include preparing classroom activities, utilizing technology, and maintaining communication with parents. Candidates should have a Certification as a Technology Teacher and a preference for knowledge in STEM-based activities. This position promotes educational equity and student success.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of STEM based activities preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Experience in instructional resource utilization.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences.
• Provide various learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
• Monitor and encourage individual student progress.

Skills

Knowledge of STEM based activities

Effective communication

Instructional resource utilization

Education

Certification as a Technology Teacher

Job description

• Position Type:

  Middle School Teaching/ Technology Teacher

• Date Posted:

  6/3/2026

• Location:

  Poughkeepsie Middle School

• Date Available:

  09/01/2026

Board of Education

Department of Human Resources

18 South Perry Street

Recruitment Bulletin # 25-26-259 Technology Teacher

June 2026 Poughkeepsie Middle School

Notice of Position

Position

The Superintendent of Schools, Mr. Gregory Mott, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:

Certified Technology Teacher

Qualifications

Knowledge of STEM based activities preferred.

Duties

The Poughkeepsie City School District (PCSD) is committed to providing students and parents with pathways to opportunity that will lead to achievement and success. Through student-centered effective and transformational leadership, school and community engagement, and an unrelenting pursuit to achieve greater school outcomes for children, the Poughkeepsie City Schools is focused on developing and growing greater access, equity, opportunity, and quality across PCSD.

To provide quality educational experiences that guarantee student development, interprets, and transmit ideas effectively. Key objectives are: mastery of subject matter, skill development, formation of positive attitudes, problem-solving, active participation and good citizenship. Work closely with parents in guiding the growth and development of students.

• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Prepare a classroom for class activities.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
• Identify and utilize different instructional resources and methods to support the learning needs of students at varying levels of progress.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Provide for the care and protection of school property.
• Use relevant technology to support instruction.
• Observe and evaluate student performance and development.
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, and assignments as appropriate.
• Provide appropriate feedback on student work.
• Monitor and encourage individual student progress.
• Provide guidance to students which will promote educational development.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development.
• Update records accurately and completely as required by laws and district policies.
• Prepare required reports on students and activities.
• Manage student behavior and maintain discipline by establishing classroom rules and procedures and enforcing classroom, school, and district rules and procedures.
• Participate in department, school, and district meetings and professional development activities as appropriate.
• Stay current with the most recent developments in appropriate subject area as initiated by the school or district.
• Cooperate with and participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the total school program.
• Foster and maintain effective communication with parents and/or guardians.
• Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal or other appropriate administrator.

Appointment

Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, certifications, credentials and evaluation of service. Personal interviews shall be conducted where appropriate.

The Poughkeepsie City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, age or marital status; nor does it apply any other arbitrary measure, which would tend to deprive persons of their constitutional rights.