Essential Job Functions:
Collaborates with teachers to review and develop STEAM curriculum materials and instructional plans in order to integrate STEAM lessons that are age appropriate and aligned with the Virginia Standards of Learning and the Standards for Technological Literacy.
Provides direct support to the classroom teacher by coaching and modeling the effective integration of STEAM lessons.
Collaborates with the building level administration, building level staff, Science/Math Lead Teachers and district level Science/Math/Art Curriculum Specialists in the development and implementation of programs, events and instructional practices that will increase the number and variety of STEAM experiences for all students.
Provides building level support to teachers and paraprofessionals that increases their content knowledge in STEAM education, and teaches new instructional strategies through consultations and lesson modeling.
Assists with the review and identification of quality instructional materials and pedagogical best practices, and provides staff development opportunities for teachers and administrators in the area of STEAM.
Monitors various forms of documentation and records regarding STEAM integration and learning.
Collects and uses data to make instructional decisions related to curriculum and instruction; monitors and assess curriculum, instruction and program effectiveness, and recommends and implements improvements to curriculum, instruction and program effectiveness based on on-going analysis of data.
Serves as a leading member of the school based STEAM Committee. Coordinates school based STEAM student teams in preparation for annual CCPS STEAMmania event.
Visits classrooms for teaching support and consultation; monitors STEAM instructional programs in the school; collects and analyzes data on the effect of STEAM integration on student content knowledge and problem solving ability.
Delivers STEAM oriented instruction through Project Based Learning methods.
Attends professional development and training related to STEAM programs and methodologies, staying abreast of current research.
Maintains an inventory of materials to support the collection and organization of supplies necessary for teaching in a STEAM setting.
Adheres to policies and regulations as outlined in federal and state laws and School Board Policies and Procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Budgetary Responsibility:
Responsible for the management of budget for designated programs. Provides recommendations to building principal for items that support STEAM teaching and learning
Report Preparation:
N/A
Equipment Operation:
Operates personal computer, basic office equipment and equipment related to program instruction, i.e. Canvas, google apps, coding, Promethean Boards, ActiveInspire, 3D printers, Spheros, Dash, and Ozobots.
Contacts:
Students, Faculty, Administrators, Parents, Community Members
Work Direction/ Supervision:
Contact with all levels of CCPS personnel and various outside agencies
Decision Making:
Performs majority of functions independently.
Formal Policy-Setting Responsibilities:
N/A
Physical Demands:
Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to use a telephone, to enter data into a computer terminal; to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear, understand speech and speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly at normal levels indoors and on the telephone. Physical agility to lift up to 25 lbs., bend, stoop, sit on the floor, climb stairs, walk and reach overhead. Frequent movement throughout the school facilities is required.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a public school or office environment. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate.
Considerable knowledge of the concepts, principles and methodologies of elementary math and science instruction in a public school setting; of current curriculum development, program implementation and planning in elementary math and science, learning theory, recent research and available state and local resources; child growth and development, group dynamics and related state and federal regulations. Experience teaching project based learning lessons to students in grades K-5. Demonstrated ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and well written communication and to react effectively with parents, students, teachers, administrators and the community. Working skills in the use of technology including word processing, spreadsheet and database software (Google apps for education preferred). Demonstrated ability to organize, schedule and monitor work assignments and to train and advise staff. Demonstrated ability in decision-making, problem analysis, conflict resolution, interpersonal relationships, program management, research and planning and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
