STEM School Elementary STEM Beginnings Teacher (K-5)
Wright State University
Position Information Position Information (Default Section) EEO Statement Wright State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Faculty Rank or Job Title STEM School Elementary STEM Beginnings Teacher (K-5) Job Category: Faculty/Instructional Department College of Health, Education and Human Services EEO number: 25Y071 Position FTE 100% Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate Negotiable Salary Band: FA NA Job Summary/Basic Function: The Dayton Regional STEM School seeks an innovative and creative STEM Beginnings elementary level teacher to join a team for the 2025-2026 school year.
This course will be a STEM foundational special class designed to introduce students to the engineering design cycle, computational thinking, and creating and fostering a STEM mindset. The successful candidate will have an interest and affinity for technology, the scientific method, and computer science and will have the ability to engage K-5 students in STEM principles and practices through play and exploration. This special rotation will foster age-appropriate technology skill building and cross curricular integration with other subject areas. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree by August 1, 2025 Teaching license or alternative license secured by August 1, 2025 Outstanding communication and collaborative skills Preferred Qualifications Strong collaboration skills Ingenuity and a creative mindset Essential Functions and percent of time: 75% Planning and delivering course instruction for elementary school students Provide instruction, support and supervision to elementary school students. Foster a motivating, supportive, learning-centered culture of excellence in a well-structured and managed classroom. Use project-based and inquiry-based methodologies in elementary school introduction. Model appropriate interpersonal and communication skills in interactions with students and co-workers. 20% – Collaborate with other teachers to develop and refine content and materials for courses Make use of instructional resources and technologies and proactively contribute to the development of the school and assigned class to improve the educational quality of its students. Engage in continuous and sustained reflection on teaching practices and leadership behaviors, and adapt methods as needed to achieve school goals and performance objectives. Participate in building leadership activities and be a team player. Participate in the curriculum development process throughout employment. 5%- Participate in various meetings (including IEPs, conferences, etc.) and Professional Development opportunitiesMaintain contact and communication with parents and students and work with them in development of each student. Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd): Non-Essential Functions and percent of time: Working Conditions Length of contract is one year contingent upon funding. Special contract terms and conditions of employment apply.
This position is State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) eligible.
To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University before making an employment offer at the final stage to verify whether a job applicant has a criminal record. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charges with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). A conviction is not an automatic barrier to employment. Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.
Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employee. Special Instructions to Applicants Posting Date 12/19/2024 First Consideration Date: Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Supplemental Questions
This course will be a STEM foundational special class designed to introduce students to the engineering design cycle, computational thinking, and creating and fostering a STEM mindset. The successful candidate will have an interest and affinity for technology, the scientific method, and computer science and will have the ability to engage K-5 students in STEM principles and practices through play and exploration. This special rotation will foster age-appropriate technology skill building and cross curricular integration with other subject areas. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree by August 1, 2025 Teaching license or alternative license secured by August 1, 2025 Outstanding communication and collaborative skills Preferred Qualifications Strong collaboration skills Ingenuity and a creative mindset Essential Functions and percent of time: 75% Planning and delivering course instruction for elementary school students Provide instruction, support and supervision to elementary school students. Foster a motivating, supportive, learning-centered culture of excellence in a well-structured and managed classroom. Use project-based and inquiry-based methodologies in elementary school introduction. Model appropriate interpersonal and communication skills in interactions with students and co-workers. 20% – Collaborate with other teachers to develop and refine content and materials for courses Make use of instructional resources and technologies and proactively contribute to the development of the school and assigned class to improve the educational quality of its students. Engage in continuous and sustained reflection on teaching practices and leadership behaviors, and adapt methods as needed to achieve school goals and performance objectives. Participate in building leadership activities and be a team player. Participate in the curriculum development process throughout employment. 5%- Participate in various meetings (including IEPs, conferences, etc.) and Professional Development opportunitiesMaintain contact and communication with parents and students and work with them in development of each student. Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd): Non-Essential Functions and percent of time: Working Conditions Length of contract is one year contingent upon funding. Special contract terms and conditions of employment apply.
This position is State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) eligible.
To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University before making an employment offer at the final stage to verify whether a job applicant has a criminal record. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charges with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). A conviction is not an automatic barrier to employment. Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.
Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employee. Special Instructions to Applicants Posting Date 12/19/2024 First Consideration Date: Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Supplemental Questions
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