STEM Teacher - Elementary and Middle School

@ SAR Academy & SAR High School
SAR Academy & SAR High Schoolsaracademy&sarhighschool.com

STEM Teacher - Elementary and Middle School

Posted 41 months ago

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About the job

SAR Academy, in Riverdale, NY, offers a warm, engaging environment for K-8 students, focusing on nurturing curiosity, critical thinking, and a love for learning, blending Torah and secular studies.

Requirements

  • Experience with elementary/middle school students
  • Proficiency in coding and robotics
  • Strong classroom management skills
  • Interdisciplinary project experience
  • Attention to STEM trends

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in relevant field
  • Related STEM experience preferred
  • Excellent instructional skills
  • Ability to collaborate

Full job description

SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational day school in Riverdale, NY, is seeking a passionate and innovative  full-time STEM Educator to join our dynamic team. This full-time position is an exciting opportunity for an educator who is eager to inspire elementary and middle school students in the fields of Science, Technology, Emgineering and Mathematics.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement engaging, hands-on STEM lessons that foster creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking.

  • Teach and support students in STEM-related disciplines, including coding, 2D & 3D design, robotics, and makerspace activities.

  • Develop interdisciplinary projects that integrate STEM concepts with other subjects.

  • Maintain and enhance the school's makerspace and technology resources.

  • Collaborate with teachers and administrators to integrate STEM learning into the broader curriculum.

  • Stay up-to-date with emerging STEM trends and best practices in education.


Qualifications:

  • Experience working with elementary and middle school students in a STEM-related capacity.

  • Proficiency in coding (e.g., Scratch, Python, or similar), robotics (e.g., LEGO Spike Prime, VEX), 2D &  3D printing, and makerspace tools.

  • Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Science, Technology, Education, or a related field preferred.

  • Strong classroom management and instructional skills.


About SAR:

SAR Academy is a Modern Orthodox co-educational nursery through grade 8 day school located in Riverdale, NY.  We are dedicated to the belief that every child possesses a divine spark, has unique worth as an individual and should be encouraged to achieve according to his or her ability. Our warm environment promotes confidence, creativity and enthusiasm for learning. In our approach to academics, we nurture students to develop intellectual curiosity, critical thinking skills and a lifelong love of both Torah and Secular studies.

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