Lower School STEM Integrator

Overview

North Shore Country Day School seeks an immediate short-term leave Lower School STEM Integrator for the remainder of the  school year. We are hoping to have this position begin as soon as February 9th. North Shore Country Day, a progressive, academically rigorous, co-ed, JK-12 independent school in suburban Chicago.

• Develop and deliver STEM educational activities for students that integrate learning technologies, science, math, and engineering.
• Use the latest scientific findings, tools, and data to inform and enrich students  experience.
• Coordinate the development, delivery and implementation of STEM curriculum, initiatives, events, and projects with faculty, the curriculum team, and school leadership.
• Provide opportunities for students to demonstrate mastery through projects, academic challenges, and community showcases.

• Bachelor’s Degree in elementary education with a focus in one of the STEM disciplines required;
  Master’s degree in a STEM discipline, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of teaching experience.
• Proven classroom experience using innovative technology, including but not limited to Virtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence, Augmented Reality, Robotics, 3D printing, and Coding.
• Demonstrated passion as an educator who employs current advances in education and can show demonstrated success with this pedagogy
• Familiarity with ISTE standards for both students and teachers
• Experience using iPads in education, Apple iWork tools, and Google Suite for Education.

Ideal candidates will have a track record of being passionate advocates for students and cultivators of the “growth mindset.” They must also demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills, a commitment to being a collaborative, valued colleague, and a history of taking opportunities to support their ongoing professional development. North Shore is eager to consider applications from groups traditionally underrepresented in independent school communities.

NSCD offers competitive salaries that are commensurate with experience. Additionally, North Shore provides an excellent employee benefits program, including health and retirement benefits, tuition support for children’s attendance at North Shore, and professional development funding for summer study, attendance at conferences/workshops, travel, and advanced degree work. For more information about North Shore Country Day and the opportunities available to our faculty, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Candidates are asked to submit a cover letter specific to the role at NSCD, a resume, a written statement detailing their philosophy/approach to their work and a listing of professional references.

North Shore Country Day is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications and abilities. North Shore does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are fully committed to a culturally diverse faculty and student body.

Compensation:
This leave position will be compensated at $195 per day. We anticipate the leave will cover 77 days of school approximately.