PURPOSE OF JOB: Under the direction of the Executive Director, this position is responsible for facilitating lessons within STEM afterschool and/or out-of-school-time programs in assigned schools and community-based partners. This position is also responsible for collaborating with other STEM Kids NYC STEM teachers in promoting interdisciplinary STEM activities into the company’s core curriculum. This current position will be specifically for the upcoming 2019-20 academic year, for our various afterschool programs throughout the New York City, Brooklyn, and Northern New Jersey.

Compensation is commensurate with proficiencies to develop lesson plans, manage the classroom, and demonstrate effective teaching to build STEM skills. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develops lesson plans in one or more of the following disciplines: (Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Robotics, Creative Technologies).

• Develop or modify lesson plans to support Next Generation Science Standards, the Engineering Design Process, the Scientific Method and/or Computer Science design standards.


• Deliver STEM-oriented instruction through project-based learning methods.


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


• Employs a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and performance assessments, which guide the learning process toward curriculum goals and student learning.


• Uses technology to promote learning, creativity, and collaboration.


• Works occasionally with school administrators and staff in the development, implementation, and evaluation of STEM initiatives and curriculum.


• Organizes, develops and coordinates special STEM events/activities.


• May serve as a liaison to prospective or selected STEM vendors, to determine the best resources, options, and innovations that will optimize the learning experience for students and staff.


• May be called upon to initiate new programs that support the STEM vision.


• Shares STEM events and activities through social media, such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Masters in Mathematics and/or Science and/or Computer Science and/or Engineering, or another STEM-related field. Bachelor of Science Degree or Bachelor of Science candidacy and/or demonstrated experience in teaching in a classroom environment required. In short, you needn't have teaching experience, but you must have a degree or on the path of attaining a degree in one of the STEM fields.

• Experience in delivering professional development to teachers is a plus


• Evidence of at least three (3) years of exemplary classroom teaching experience is a plus.


• Excellent communication skills are required.


• A proven track record in the use of a rich array of instructional methods, the analysis and use of data and technology to improve instruction, and the ability to build professional relationships, solve problems, and plan collaboratively is a plus


• Evidence of productive experience with problem-based learning.


• Evidence of planning, organization, and time management skills that will bring structure and accountability to the position.


• Proven ability to apply science and/or math content knowledge, formative assessment, and technology integration at a high level.


• Deep understanding of student learning theory, brain-based learning, and differentiated instruction.


• Deep understanding of NET-S, NGSS, and CCSS.


• Proven ability to collaborate with teachers regarding student learning.


• Desire to continue learning “what works” in classroom instruction.


• Proficiency in developing lesson plans.


• Developing lesson plans that support varied intelligences of students is a plus.


• Ability to manage the classroom and maintain positive classroom behaviors without harsh discipline is required.

REPORTS TO: Executive Director