STEM Teacher

Job Description

DIOCESE OF ALLENTOWN
St. John Vianney Regional School, Allentown
Position Description

Job Title: STEM Teacher
FLSA: Non- Exempt
Job Status: Part-Time
Reporting Functions: Reports to the School Principal

Job Function: A STEM Teacher is responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing educational activities related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The primary focus of this role is to engage students in hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences that promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and a deep understanding of STEM concepts.

****NOTE: APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT A TEACHER APPLICATION, COVER LETTER, AND RESUME TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

Responsibilities:

- Supports the school in stimulating and advancing the ongoing development of an organizational culture characterized by a commitment to faith, continuous learning, quality, integrity, mutual respect, and Catholic values.

- Develop and adapt STEM curriculum and lesson plans to meet the needs and interests of students.

- Deliver engaging, interactive, and hands-on lessons to promote student understanding and enthusiasm for STEM subjects.

- Use a variety of teaching methods and resources to accommodate diverse learning styles.

- Encourage students to ask questions, think critically, and solve problems independently.

- Plan and oversee laboratory experiments and hands-on projects.

- Ensure safety protocols are followed in the lab and other hands-on activities.

- Integrate technology tools and resources into lessons to enhance learning.

- Teach coding, programming, or other technology-related skills as appropriate.

- Stay current with technology trends and incorporate relevant advancements into the curriculum.

- Assess and evaluate student performance through assignments, tests, and projects.

- Communicate with students and parents on a regular basis about schedules, assignments, events, and individual student needs. Meet with parents during parent-teacher conferences throughout the school year.

- Actively supervises students in hallways before, after, and between classes, in a library, in the cafeteria, in bus areas, and at special events, ensuring safety and security.

- Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters including social media and online platforms. Follow all policies upheld at St. John Vianney Regional School and the Allentown Diocese as per the teacher's handbook.

- Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge to provide an effective educational foundation in accordance with their abilities.

- Manage classroom behavior and discipline in a fair and consistent manner.

- Stay updated on the latest developments in STEM education, teaching methods, and educational technology.

- Attend professional development opportunities to improve teaching skills.

- Collaborate with other teachers and staff to integrate STEM concepts into other subjects and promote cross-curricular learning.

- Foster partnerships with STEM-related organizations, professionals, and experts for guest lectures or field trips.

Educational Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics).

- Teaching certification in the state of PA.

- Strong knowledge and proficiency in STEM concepts and curriculum development.

Other Requirements:

- Due to the nature and mission of the Catholic Church, all employees are bound to exhibit respect for the teachings and discipline of the Church in regard to matters of faith and morals.

- Collaborate with other teachers to plan, organize, and supervise an educational program set by the classroom teacher.

- Must communicate effectively with parents, students, and co-workers in a positive and enthusiastic manner.

- Possess an understanding of child development and the skills necessary to relate to the students being taught.

- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, a high degree of credibility, integrity, and self-confidence is essential.

PRIOR TO INTERVIEW: Clear records of Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH), Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Fingerprint Check as required under Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Act 153 of 2014 (at least 1 year old.) As well as attendance at a Protecting God's Children class and Mandated Reporter Training.

Physical Demands: The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear; frequent use of equipment including repetitive motions and computer eye fatigue; possible biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases. Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, lift and/or move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment; may occasionally climb stairs or ladders. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word: hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.

Working Conditions: Normal classroom setting with working hours of 9:30am - 2:30pm; 29 hours per week, Monday through Friday. May be required to work outside normal hours to attend meetings, open houses, and workshops.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements.

Please use this link to access the Diocese of Allentown's Teacher Application:

AllentownDiocese/Employment

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, clearances, and teacher application to the following:

Principal Beth Serrano

Email: principal@stjohnvianneyschool.org

EOE M/F/D/V

About the Employer

The mission of the Diocese of Allentown is: "A Roman Catholic family of faith, centered in the Holy Eucharist, faithful to the Church's teachings, bringing the Light of Christ to each other and to our community."