What are the responsibilities and job description for the STEAM Teacher position at Fairgrounds Elementary School?
POSITION: STEAM Teacher
LOCATION: Fairgrounds Elementary School
REPORTS TO: Principal
COORDINATES WITH: Principal, Assistant Principal, and other staff members
WORK YEAR: 2026-2027 School Year (184 days)
SALARY: $49,000 - $100,386 Per Year - Contractual
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES:
The STEAM Teacher is responsible for designing and delivering engaging, inquiry-based instruction in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. The role emphasizes hands-on learning, problem-solving, critical thinking, and real-world applications to prepare students for future academic and career success in STEAM fields.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Education, STEAM field, or related field required.
Valid New Hampshire Department of Education teaching certification required.
Strong content knowledge in one or more STEAM subjects.
Experience with hands-on, inquiry-based, or project-based learning.
Ability to effectively integrate technology into instruction.
Strong classroom management and communication skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan and deliver STEAM lessons aligned with curriculum standards and learning objectives
Integrate science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through project-based and interdisciplinary instruction
Facilitate hands-on experiments, engineering challenges, and design-thinking activities
Incorporate technology tools such as coding platforms, robotics kits, simulations, and data-analysis software
Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs and abilities
Assess student learning through formative and summative evaluations, projects, and presentations
Foster creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking in the classroom
Maintain a safe, organized, and inclusive learning environment
Collaborate with colleagues to align instruction and integrate STEAM across subject areas
Communicate regularly with students, parents, and school staff regarding progress and expectations
Participate in professional development and stay current with STEAM education trends
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Interested Applicants should apply online at www.nashua.edu and include a letter of interest, resume, official transcripts; graduate and undergraduate, three letters of recommendation, copy of NH certification
This notice should not be construed to imply that this is the exclusive list of job functions associated with this position.
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ESOL Certification Preferred.
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Salary : $49,000 - $100,386