2026-2027 STEAM Director

The Director of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) provides strategic leadership in the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of STEAM curriculum and programs across all grade levels. The role focuses on curriculum development, instructional innovation, and grant-funded program implementation for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, ensuring alignment with TEKS, relevant standards, academic excellence, and Islamic values. The Director works primarily on strategic initiatives, curriculum design, and coaching STEM department heads to improve instructional quality across the school.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. STEAM Curriculum Development & Program Leadership

· Develop and implement a comprehensive, standards-based STEAM curriculum across grade levels.

· Lead school-wide curriculum alignment initiatives for Science, Math, Engineering, and Technology.

· Implement and support frameworks and programs such as Project Lead The Way (PLTW), EMDIN Framework, and other evidence-based STEAM models.

· Design interdisciplinary STEAM units that connect scientific inquiry, mathematical reasoning, engineering design, computational thinking, and the arts where appropriate.

· Create curriculum maps, pacing guides, and scope and sequence documents for STEAM courses.

· Ensure alignment with Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for Math and Science and integrate relevant elements of NGSS and engineering design processes.

· Design and implement Dream Labs curriculum, maker space activities, and other experiential learning environments.

· Develop robotics, coding, 3D design, and engineering coursework and support related extracurricular programs.

· Coordinate AP and advanced STEAM course offerings (e.g., AP Calculus, AP Physics, AP Chemistry, and AP Computer Science) and dual-enrollment STEAM pathways.

· Evaluate and enhance STEAM instructional resources, labs, maker spaces, robotics programs, and technology infrastructure.

· Monitor and evaluate STEAM program outcomes using data-driven metrics and adjust programming accordingly.

2. Grant Writing & Funding Development

· Research and identify federal, state, foundation, and corporate grant opportunities for STEAM education, technology integration, and hands-on learning.

· Write, edit, and submit competitive grant proposals (e.g., NSF, NASA STEM, state technology grants, Title programs, and corporate STEAM grants).

· Develop clear program narratives, budgets, logic models, and evaluation plans for grant applications.

· Manage grant compliance, including reporting, documentation, and alignment with funding requirements.

· Maintain a grants calendar and track deadlines and deliverables.

· Collaborate with the finance department on budget development and fiscal management of funded programs.

· Develop a multi-year funding strategy for STEAM initiatives, Dream Labs, robotics programs, and technology infrastructure.

· Prepare impact reports and data summaries to support renewal or expansion of funding.

3. Department Head Coaching & Professional Development

· Provide individualized coaching to Math, Science, Technology, and related department heads on instructional leadership and STEAM pedagogy.

· Conduct regular coaching cycles to build department head capacity in leading PLCs, observing instruction, and supporting teachers.

· Support department heads in analyzing STEAM-related student achievement data (e.g., MAP Math/Science, AP scores, STAAR, ACT/SAT) and developing action plans.

· Model effective feedback techniques, observation protocols, and data discussions.

· Design and facilitate professional development for STEAM teachers on project-based learning, maker education, coding, engineering design, PLTW, and other STEAM models.

· Develop coaching tools, protocols, and resources for department heads to use with their teams.

· Monitor the effectiveness of department head leadership through PLC observations, quality of feedback, and teacher growth in STEAM instruction.

4. Strategic Planning, Systems Development & Data Analysis

· Develop instructional systems and protocols for STEAM instruction (e.g., engineering design rubrics, lab safety procedures, coding assessments).

· Create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for STEAM curriculum development, equipment management, and lab/maker space operations.

· Design accountability systems for curriculum implementation and fidelity monitoring.

· Develop a multi-year strategic plan for STEAM program growth and college/career readiness in STEAM fields.

· Research and recommend instructional technologies, lab equipment, and maker space tools that support STEAM learning.

· Analyze school-wide STEAM achievement data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.

· Prepare periodic reports on STEAM curriculum implementation, Dream Labs progress, and professional development outcomes.

· Present data-informed recommendations to the leadership team and/or board.

5. Community and External Engagement

· Build partnerships with universities, STEAM organizations, tech companies, engineering firms, and industry leaders to support STEAM programs.

· Coordinate and support STEAM-related events and student opportunities (e.g., science fairs, math competitions, robotics competitions, hackathons, showcases).

· Promote student engagement in STEM and STEAM-related pathways, enrichment, and career exploration.

QualificationsRequired

· Master’s degree in STEM Education, Curriculum and Instruction (STEAM focus), Education, Science, Engineering, Educational Leadership, or related field.

· Minimum of 5 years of successful classroom teaching experience in STEM/STEAM-related subjects.

· Minimum of 3 years of instructional leadership experience in STEM/STEAM education.

· Demonstrated expertise in STEAM curriculum development, hands-on learning, and instructional innovation.

· Proven experience using data to drive instructional decisions and program improvement.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Strongly Preferred

· Project Lead The Way (PLTW) certification or training.

· Valid Texas teaching certification in Math, Science, Technology, or related STEAM content area.

· Experience with EMDIN Framework, maker education, design thinking, or similar models.

· Certified Instructional Coach or Master Teacher certification in a STEAM area.

· Experience writing and managing federal or major STEAM grants (e.g., NSF, NASA, DOE).

· Background in engineering, computer science, or applied sciences.

· Doctoral degree (Ed.D. or Ph.D.) in STEAM Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or Educational Leadership.

· Experience in an Islamic school or other faith-based educational setting.

· Experience with robotics, coding, 3D design, or engineering competitions.

Core Competencies

· Strategic and data-informed decision-making.

· Vision and planning for STEAM program development and growth.

· Strong understanding of curriculum design, educational technology, and project-based learning.

· Collaborative leadership and effective partnership-building.

· Strong interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills.

· Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with attention to detail.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person