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The candidate should demonstrate the ability to provide a student-centered classroom environment and positive learning experience, differentiate the curriculum to meet the needs of all learners, as well as foster intellectual curiosity and critical thinking skills through project-based learning, design thinking, and hands-on experiences. STEM Faculty should know the current theories, techniques, and methodologies of STEM. We run two science labs, a maker space, and a robotics program.
○ Experience with the following is preferred but not required:
■ 3D printers and 3D print software
■ Laser cutting
■ Router and mills
■ Makerspace tools
■ VEX robotics platform
■ Sphero robotics platform
● Design instruction that emphasizes critical thinking and problem-solving through discovery and evaluation while making content relevant to students’ lives today
● Deliver STEM-oriented instruction through Project-Based Learning methods in the following subject
areas:
o Integrated Mathematics (Pre-algebra, Algebra, and Geometry)
o Integrated Science (Physical, Earth, and Life)
o Engineering
o Robotics and Coding
o Computer Science
● Create hands-on project-based learning experiences that incorporate design thinking, technology and
independent research
● Collaborate with colleagues to integrate curriculum across disciplines and participate in the MS STEAM
Electives program
● Work collaboratively with the Associate Head of School, Director of Academic Innovation, Division Coordinators, and faculty to develop interdisciplinarily and cross-curricular projects
● Facilitate lessons and activities associated with being a middle school advisor to foster the emotional
and social wellness of students
● Supervise recess, lunch, drop-off, pick-up, and assemblies when necessary
● Facilitate, create, and participate in a variety of STEM-related admission activities, clubs, enrichment
programming, and other events.
● Participate in the “life of the school” through service projects, assemblies, community garden,
admissions events, mission-related professional development, and advancement events.
● Seek and take part in professional development to enhance professional knowledge and educational
training.
● Actively participate in weekly faculty meetings