Woodcrest School Hiring for STEAM Teacher Job at Tarzana, CA Full Time

Our team is seeking role of STEAM teacher for Grades K-8.

The STEAM teacher will be responsible for developing learning activities and hands-on material. The STEAM teacher will also identify resources, plan, and support the design of staff development activities that supports professional growth and the integration the STEAM program into the classroom experience.

The duties and responsibilities of the STEAM teacher involve instruction of our K-8 directly related to STEAM in our STEAM Lab.

To ensure success as a STEAM teacher, candidates should have a strong background, good written and verbal communication skills and a [passion for working with children. Applicants should have excellent classroom management abilities and be able to engage students with the subject matter.

STEM Teacher Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate the ability to model, deliver, and craft rich student-centered learning experiences around Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math.
• Demonstrate the ability to create and implement strategies for incorporating STEAM experiences into multi-disciplinary curricula from grades K through 8.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff, modeling consistent effective teaching with technology, engagement, lesson plan design, use of technology, STEAM and online tools.
• Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of the connection between technology, computer science, and other fields of study.
• Understand and be able to design, develop, assess, and manage STEAM curricula and learning experiences.
• Identify, implement, and investigate software in both classroom and administrative environments that will enhance the lesson.
• Using learner data to constantly refine your curriculum.

STEM Teacher Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and educational background in a STEAM field
• Knowledge of STEAM best practices.
• Empathy and great interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Expert level of technology and 21st century learning understanding and application.
• Experience (or familiarity with) tools such as, but not limited to: 3D printing, autocad, Codecademy, Tynker, BeeBot, Microsoft Office, Adobe software, and Google Education.
• Previous experience as a STEAM or Computer Lab teacher.
• Good classroom management skills.

In addition to the tasks outlined above, it is the responsibility of the STEAM teacher to:

• Understand and support our school’s mission and promote a positive image of the school.
• Contribute to a harmonious school atmosphere by working cooperatively with all colleagues.
• Respect the confidentiality of private information relating to students, colleagues and the operations of the school.
• Demonstrate responsibility and punctuality.
• Show willingness to consider and implement suggestions for improvement.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $5,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: One location