STEM Campus -Teacher - STEM Elementary

Position: STEM Campus -Teacher - STEM Elementary (2026-2027 School Year)

• Position Type: Teacher/Teacher - Elementary
• Location: Bowie Elementary
  Purcell Elementary
• Date Available:

Primary Purpose

The STEM Classroom Teacher provides students with engaging and rigorous learning experiences in core academic subject areas, placing a strong emphasis on STEM education to help them reach their full intellectual, emotional, physical, and social potential. The teacher fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovation through STEM-focused activities that build essential competencies, empowering students to thrive and contribute meaningfully in a rapidly evolving, technology-driven society.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certification with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned [Physical Education Teachers:
  Current AED certificate]

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of STEM fluency skills, Project Based Learning (PBL) and Engineering Design Process (EDP)
• Innovative in lesson design and delivery
• Contributes to a culture, climate, and environment that values collaboration
• Ability to build partnerships with local businesses and organizations to provide real-world experiences
• Ability to tell the AISD stories of inspiration, success, and opportunities
• Fosters a classroom environment with high structure and positive relationships
• Demonstrate a belief that all students can achieve high levels of rigor
• Knowledge of core academic subjects assigned
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a dynamic educational environment

Experience

• One year student teaching or approved internship
• STEM education experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties Instructional Strategies

• Creates hands-on, inquiry based experiences that promote problem-solving, creativity, and collaboration
• Integrates technology to enhance real-world applications to the learner’s experience.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program and incorporate innovative lesson designs including STEM and Project Based Learning
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of students
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, materials, and technology
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals and objectives
• Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion

Student Growth and Development

• Assess and document student mastery of curriculum objectives and student progress
• Analyze formal and informal assessment data, and adjust teaching strategies to meet individual student needs
• Actively seek out professional development
• Motivate students to explore and engage in utilizing STEM instructional strategies
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities.
• Be a positive role model for students. Support the mission of the school and the district.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Develop a classroom community that promotes student collaboration and ownership of academic performance and behavior
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, emotional, and leadership development of students
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Compile and maintain required records.

Communication

• Actively collaborate with colleagues.
• Share best practices.
• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Professional Growth and Development

• Adjust instruction to meet the evolving demands of STEM education.
• Contribute to a culture, climate, and environment that values collaboration.
• Willing to try different approaches.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Tools and Equipment:
  Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals, Promethean panel, standard instructional equipment, copier, printer, phone, AED (P.E. teachers)
• Software:
  Student Information System, Google applications
• Physical Demands:
  Prolonged standing, frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping,…