Steam Teacher

Livingston Public Schools is currently accepting applications for an anticipated opening for a STEAM Teacher. All candidates must be properly certified at the time of application. Individuals from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. No phone calls, please. EOE.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid NJ Elementary School Teacher or Teacher of Technology Education Certification is required.

• At least five (5) years of previous teaching experience required.

• Broad knowledge of instructional technology equipment and applications, online services, technology resources, and technology integration.

• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work with other educators, students, and the community.

• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate.

REPORTS TO: K-12 Supervisor of Technology

JOB GOALS: To facilitate the development, implementation, and coordination of Livingston Public School's STEAM program within the District's elementary schools to promote curiosity, imagination, and design thinking.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement District's STEAM program, which is designed to meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students as contained in the Board approved curriculum.

• Incorporate interdisciplinary approaches (art, engineering, literature, math, science, and technology) to create engaging, problem-based learning experiences for students.

• Employ current instructional methods, pedagogy, and best practices with technology tools and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.

• Create, develop, and implement various forms of formative and summative assessment to monitor and provide feedback on individual student growth and achievement toward units' stated goals.

• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to the exploration of the design model and appropriate to the individual development as well as the needs and interests of all students.

• Maintain clear and accurate records of attendance and pupil progress as required by the school, District, and State.

• Set and maintain acceptable standards of pupil behavior.

• Exhibit professionalism in relationships with colleagues, students, and parents.

• Collaborate with colleagues in interdisciplinary curriculum assessment and development.

• Work cooperatively with administrators/supervisors and other personnel toward the goal of increased student achievement for all students.

• Demonstrate continued professional growth and development in the areas of educational technology and instructional practices.

• Accept responsibility for co-curricular activities as assigned.

This position will also be responsible for all other duties as assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This is a ten-month position with compensation to be negotiated with the Superintendent and approved by the Board. Days worked during the summer will be at a predetermined rate.

EVALUATION:

The performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the K-12 Supervisor of Technology with input from the Principals and the Directors of Curriculum and Instruction.