STEAM Teacher

The Atelierista possesses a background in visual arts, music, or computer science. The role entails

supporting children's creativity and learning and assisting children in introducing different ways to

express themselves. The Atelierista works with children and team members in the atelier to

provide STEAM experiences designed to engage students in the processes of investigation and

inquiry to discover new information. The Atelierista is not only an art/technology teacher but

also contributes to program projects in many ways as they consider teachers and students their

internal customers in the process of knowledge construction.

Responsibilities:

Request materials for the month

Follow the curriculum guidelines and teach the lesson plans in the curriculum ensuring

that there is a broad range of creative experiences available for the children at all times

Provide a stimulating environment for children and staff to work on long-term projects

and providing a wide range of materials giving children the opportunity to express

themselves through as many languages as possible

Assist the Director in developing staff awareness of working with children to encourage their

learning through creative expression, individually, and as part of a group

Developing staff understanding of the documentation process

Providing training for other staff and monitoring their progress on an ongoing basis

Producing documentation boards

Encourage children to experiment in creative ways and to innovate

Nurture kids' excitement for discovery and help them make connections between what

they know and could know

Encourage teachers and students to learn in new ways nurturing their identity of the next

generation of learners

Assist teachers and students in preparing the PBL presentation for the parents

Qualifications:

Must be at least 21 years old

Degree required

Experience in art and technology

Experience working in an educational setting (preferred)