Makerspace Coordinator Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

The Stem Teacher directs the day to day functions of the STEM program is to ensure campus staff are meeting the education requirements of the program. This position is responsible for implementing the objectives of the program, including the management of staff, professional development and teaching practices. The Stem Teacher who serves in the capacity of a site-based instructional coach specializing in STEM programs. The Stem Teacher continuously provides leadership and expertise at the local school in the development, implementation and coordination of STEM programs. Supports improvement of teacher instruction and depth of implementation of STEM instructional models through a focus on teacher training in the use of STEM teaching techniques, tools, strategies and assessments. This position reports to the School Principal and will be assigned to be physically present in the school building location.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• CERTIFICATION:
  • Minimum of SRT4-Certification in Early Childhood Education or related field (P-5); OR
  • Passed the GACE Program Admissions Assessment or have exemption eligibility AND passed the GACE in Early Childhood Education
• EDUCATION:
  • Bachelor's Degree required with at least a 2.5 GPA
• WORK EXPERIENCE:
  • 3 years of successful teaching experience required.
  • Teaching experience in an STEM program is preferred.
  • Available for face-to-face instruction within the school building with students present

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILIITIES:

• Communication
• Instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learner.
• Student management.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with students, staff, and parents in a professional manner
• Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed between in-person learning environments.
• Knowledge of school safety & security procedures
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Ensures overall fidelity of implementation of STEM programs (site-based Comprehensive School Reform model) via continuous monitoring, engagement with stakeholders, model lessons, professional learning communities, and classroom observations
• Uses observation and achievement data to identify professional development needs and to ensure that the school staff is trained in STEM planning, reflection, teaching and assessment methodologies through locally created in-service workshops; works with stakeholders to fund adequate ongoing STEM regional training for the staff.
• Monitors student progress and works with teacher teams and specialists to design and implement appropriate academic interventions based on formative and summative assessments.
• Engages with all school internal and external stakeholders to educate them on the elements of the STEM reform model on an ongoing basis.
• Serves on the schools instructional leadership team, reports directly to the Principal on all STEM matters, and works to maintain a school-wide focus on STEM program elements.
• Develops prioritized STEM budgets, requisitions, orders, and tracks the entire purchasing process from start to finish for the schools STEM training and material needs.
• Provides input to school scheduling, including the master schedule, collaborative planning schedule, STEM professional development schedule, and stakeholder engagement plans.
• Conducts and models STEM lessons with teachers in the classrooms, science lab, STEM lab, Makerspace lab, or any other designated area to engage students in project-based and/or problem-based learning.
• Complete all STEM reports to be submitted to the appropriate person.
• Collaborates with other teachers and administrators to develop, evaluate, and revise academic programs following approved curricula.
• Coordinates in-person conferences with parents and guardians to review student's performance, behavior and other issues.
• Attends in-person faculty meetings, teacher training workshops and educational conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Assists administrators and other staff members in the orderly, expedient and safe transition of students from one location to another.
• Assists with training volunteers in-person.
• Required to have prompt, regular attendance in-person and be available to work on-site, in-person during regular business hours and as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by an appropriate administrator or their representative.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES & WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical abilities, working conditions and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. In the event of an emergency or situation requiring guidance from Federal, State, or local or school district authorities, the requirements of this position may change temporarily or for the school year to best serve the needs of our students.
Vision: Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.
Hearing: Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions.
Speech: Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.
Upper Body Mobility: Ability to use hands to grasp, and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.
Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 5 or more pounds on a frequent basis. Incumbent may be required to physically restrain parties involved in a conflict.
Environmental Requirements: Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.
Mental Requirements: Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stress.
Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities: Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed between in-person and various classroom learning environments.
The Atlanta Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.
This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.
COMPENSATION:
Salary Grade: T4 Bachelor - T7 Doctorate
Salary Range: FY2027 Salary Schedules Proposal.xlsx
Work Year: 202 Days