STEM Teacher

High School Stem Teacher

Under the general supervision of the School Principal and the STEM Coordinator, the High School STEM Teacher is responsible for developing students' knowledge, skills, and problem-solving abilities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The teacher delivers rigorous, engaging, and interdisciplinary instruction that promotes scientific inquiry, computational thinking, engineering design, innovation, and real-world application. Through hands-on learning, collaborative projects, and inquiry-based instruction, the teacher prepares students for post-secondary education and STEM-related careers while supporting the academic, spiritual, and covenant mission of Providence.

This job description is illustrative and not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties.

Essential Functions

• Develops and implements a comprehensive high school STEM curriculum aligned with school goals, academic standards, and relevant college and career readiness expectations. Designs and delivers interdisciplinary learning experiences that integrate science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through real-world applications and authentic problem-solving.
• Creates a classroom environment that is safe, welcoming, and conducive to whole-group, small-group, collaborative, and individualized learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials that promote inquiry, critical thinking, creativity, innovation, and effective use of instructional time.
• Instructs students in STEM-related courses and subject areas, which may include physics, environmental science, computer science, robotics, engineering, coding, applied mathematics, and other STEM coursework as assigned. Curriculum and support will be provided.
• Incorporates hands-on experiments, engineering design challenges, laboratory investigations, coding activities, and project-based learning to deepen student understanding.
• Teaches students to identify problems, develop hypotheses, design solutions, build and test prototypes, analyze results, and refine their work through iterative processes.
• Integrates appropriate technology, digital tools, laboratory equipment, and instructional resources to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Promotes scientific literacy, computational thinking, quantitative reasoning, data analysis, and evidence-based decision-making.
• Connects STEM concepts to real-world challenges, emerging technologies, industry applications, and potential post-secondary academic and career pathways.
• Assesses student learning through formal and informal methods, including projects, presentations, laboratory reports, examinations, and performance-based assessments; analyzes results to inform instruction and address diverse learning needs, including those of students with special needs.
• Provides individual and small-group instruction to support differentiated learning, strengthen foundational skills, and extend advanced student learning.
• Establishes and maintains appropriate safety procedures for laboratory activities, engineering projects, technology use, and equipment operation.
• Encourages student participation in STEM competitions, robotics programs, science fairs, research projects, and other enrichment opportunities as appropriate.
• Collaborates with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary learning opportunities and strengthen the integration of STEM concepts across the curriculum.
• Maintains accurate records of student progress, communicates regularly with students and parents regarding academic performance, and provides timely feedback.
• Participates in ongoing professional development through workshops, conferences, seminars, and continued study of emerging technologies and best practices in STEM education.
• Supports the academic, spiritual, and covenant mission of Providence by modeling Christian character, encouraging ethical decision-making, and fostering responsible stewardship of knowledge, technology, and resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM education, science, engineering, mathematics, computer science, or a related field.
• Content knowledge in relevant STEM disciplines and the ability to integrate concepts across multiple subject areas.
• Demonstrated ability to implement effective instructional strategies, including inquiry-based, hands-on, and project-based learning.
• Experience or demonstrated proficiency with educational technology, engineering design processes, and other STEM instructional tools, as applicable to assigned courses.
• Ability to design engaging learning experiences that promote critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, problem-solving, and innovation.
• Demonstrated ability to assess student learning, differentiate instruction, and support students with diverse academic needs.
• Commitment to faith-based education and alignment with the mission and values of Providence.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, classroom management, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, students, parents, and the broader school community.

Job Requirements

• Full-time position requiring 40 hours per week during the academic year (190 scheduled days).
• Occasional evening or weekend responsibilities for school-related events, STEM competitions, science fairs, robotics activities, parent meetings, or other school programs.
• Ability to safely supervise laboratory activities, hands-on projects, and the use of STEM-related equipment and technology.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a faith-based educational environment.
• Appropriate state teaching certification or eligibility for certification in the relevant subject area, as applicable to assigned courses.