Middle School Stem Teacher (Maternity Coverage)

at  The International School Of Panama

Reports to: Division Principal or designee Collaborates closely with Assistant Principals, Head of Department, Instructional Coach, K-12 Coordinators and Specialists, and other colleagues as appropriate. STEM At ISP In our STEM classes, we aim to help students build a strong foundation of STEM literacy to equip themselves with the skills necessary to solve the problems of tomorrow. As a school, ISP defines STEM learning as the “The application of scientific principles, mathematical concepts, and technological skills, in order to engine er solutions to real-world problems.”. Fundamentally, we view STEM as the process through which students build and create solutions to problems.
Middle school STEM is offered in elective courses taught by 2 full-time teachers. All 6th grade students take a “STEM Engineering Design” class for one semester. 7th and 8th grade students have the option to select STEM courses as electives. These include engineering design, technology/coding, and robotics.
RESPONSIBILITIES: (Including but not limited to) Classroom Responsibilities: To provide learning opportunities for every child relative to his needs, abilities, and stages of development establish effective relationships with students based on mutual respect, recognize the individuality of each child, ensure an effective and challenging learning environment, and ensure the classroom is an attractive and welcoming place. Planning, Curriculum, and Organizational Responsibilities : To design authentic and meaningful units by starting with the end in mind. Use effective instructional strategies to make learning interactive, exciting, meaningful, and social. Develop and manage classroom resources.
Provide students feedback to support their academic and social-emotional growth. Use standards to guide the evaluation of student work, and record results to provide an accurate assessment of student achievement. Professional Development Expectations: To embrace a growth mindset by keeping up-to-date on best practices, engaging in teacher development opportunities, participating in in-service courses, attending professional meetings as scheduled by Leadership, seeking out and using feedback from coaches and administrators, and participating in the ISP professional learning cycle as outlined in the evaluation process. Community Expectations: Engage with our ISP community by sharing updates on the progress and development of the students in the teacher’s care, as well as important events happening in the classroom.
Find opportunities to meet with parents, caregivers, and guardians to discuss the progress and development of the students, and collaborate to support the child’s specific needs, interests, and passions. Connect with our larger community by attending PTA events, athletics events, and various student performances WHAT YOU BRING Passion for working with and appreciation of International and diverse students Deep dedication to continual growth and development A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice-related education Eagerness to collaborate with colleagues A willingness to be flexible, adaptable, and committed to the unique nature of working in an international school Organization, time management, and problem-solving skills Experience designing authentic units and assessments using a backward design model A high degree of professionalism Commitment to participating in the whole school experience including embodying our core values, mission, and definition of learning

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