STEM Teacher (PC 2208) for the 2026-2027 School Year

Position Title: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Teacher

Pay Grade: Certified Instructional Scale

Description Approved/ Revised: 06/2024

Period of Employment: 10 months

FLSA Status: Exempt

Supervised by and/or Reports to: Principal and K-12 CTE Director

General Responsibilities: Provide instruction in science, technology, engineering, and math.

Position Title: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Teacher Pay Grade: Certified Instructional Scale Description Approved/ Revised: 06/2024 Period of Employment: 10 months FLSA Status: Exempt Supervised by and/or Reports to: Principal and K-12 CTE Director General Responsibilities: Provide instruction in science, technology, engineering, and math. Essential Duties: (This list is intended solely as an illustration of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude their addition if they are similar to or a logical extension of the position.) ? Maintains professional self-behavior in such a manner that the profession, school district, and school are positively represented. ? Provides care and supervision of students. ? Utilizes class space to create an environment conducive to learning. ? Observes and evaluates student’s performance and development; maintains accurate and complete records. ? Provides effective supervision of volunteers and paraprofessionals when applicable. ? Works effectively with peer leaders, supervisors, and administrators. ? Provides sound and effective techniques of instruction. ? Uses relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction. ? Responds to parent inquiries in a timely manner. • Keeps abreast of all Virginia Department of Education expectations and • requirements related to science, technology, engineering, and math instruction. • Participates in making curriculum revisions/realigns standards to incorporate 21st Century Learning Skills. • Creates a learning environment based on the 4 C’s- communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity • Facilitates “hands-on” experiments and projects that allow students to learn by doing and exploring. • Utilizes the learning management system to input/upload all created curriculum documents and related materials. • Models reflective practice and action research to improve achievement for all students. • Provides support to robotic teams, Lego teams, Science fairs, etc. 1 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Teacher • Works closely with the K-12 Mathematics and Science Specialists and within the business and general community to support STEM education initiatives. ? Perform duties deemed necessary by the School Board and Superintendent for the efficient and successful operation of the school system. ? Complies with all school laws, State Board of Education regulations, and all rules and regulations made by the School Board and Superintendent. ? Attends all meetings called or approved by the Superintendent, Principal or Supervising Officer. ? Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Building Principal. Requisite Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: ? Demonstrate effective knowledge of and interaction with community and parents. ? Demonstrate effective knowledge of and compliance with policies, regulations, and guidelines in meeting assigned duties. ? Demonstrate effective knowledge and use of curriculum content (subject matter and skills) associated with the instructional assignment. ? Demonstrate effective knowledge and use of instructional facilities, equipment, and materials. ? Demonstrate effective knowledge of and interpersonal relationships with students as individuals and as groups. ? Demonstrate effective professional relationships with peers and specialists. ? Demonstrate effective classroom management skills. ? Strong foundational knowledge in science, technology, engineering, math, and computer science content/SOLs. ? Solid understanding of and evidence of implementation of best practices associated with science, math, and technology instruction. ? Demonstrate effective knowledge of and be sensitive to the needs of a diverse student population. ? Assume responsibility for continued personal and professional growth in the teaching field or in the field of teaching, as well as the improvement of the profession. ? Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. ? Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. ? Serve as a role model. Requisite Education & Experience: ? Most possess or be eligible for a Virginia Teaching License with a Science, Technology, Math, or PreK-6 Endorsement. ? Teaching experience in science, technology, and/or math preferred. 2 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Teacher Physical Requirements: Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to: a personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, or repetitive motions required. Manassas City Public Schools (MCPS) does not discriminate in employment nor in the provision of educational programs, services and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. It is neither intended to be, nor should it be construed as, an all-inclusive list of the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. The administration reserves the right to modify, assign, or remove duties as necessary.his list is intended solely as an illustration of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude their addition if they are similar to or a logical extension of the position.)

• Maintains professional self-behavior in such a manner that the profession, school district, and school are positively represented.
• Provides care and supervision of students.
• Utilizes class space to create an environment conducive to learning.
• Observes and evaluates student’s performance and development; maintains accurate and complete records.
• Provides effective supervision of volunteers and paraprofessionals when applicable.
• Works effectively with peer leaders, supervisors, and administrators.
• Provides sound and effective techniques of instruction.
• Uses relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Responds to parent inquiries in a timely manner.
• Keeps abreast of all Virginia Department of Education expectations and requirements related to science, technology, engineering, and math instruction.
• Participates in making curriculum revisions/realigns standards to incorporate 21st Century Learning Skills.
• Creates a learning environment based on the 4 C’s- communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity
• Facilitates “hands-on” experiments and projects that allow students to learn by doing and exploring.
• Utilizes the learning management system to input/upload all created curriculum documents and related materials.
• Models reflective practice and action research to improve achievement for all students.
• Provides support to robotic teams, Lego teams, Science fairs, etc. 
• Works closely with the K-12 Mathematics and Science Specialists and within the business and general community to support STEM education initiatives.
• Perform duties deemed necessary by the School Board and Superintendent for the efficient and successful operation of the school system.
• Complies with all school laws, State Board of Education regulations, and all rules and regulations made by the School Board and Superintendent.
• Attends all meetings called or approved by the Superintendent, Principal or Supervising Officer.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Building Principal.

Requisite Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrate effective knowledge of and interaction with community and parents.
• Demonstrate effective knowledge of and compliance with policies, regulations, and guidelines in meeting assigned duties.
• Demonstrate effective knowledge and use of curriculum content (subject matter and skills) associated with the instructional assignment.
• Demonstrate effective knowledge and use of instructional facilities, equipment, and materials.
• Demonstrate effective knowledge of and interpersonal relationships with students as individuals and as groups.
• Demonstrate effective professional relationships with peers and specialists.
• Demonstrate effective classroom management skills.
• Strong foundational knowledge in science, technology, engineering, math, and computer science content/SOLs.
• Solid understanding of and evidence of implementation of best practices associated with science, math, and technology instruction.
• Demonstrate effective knowledge of and be sensitive to the needs of a diverse student population.
• Assume responsibility for continued personal and professional growth in the teaching field or in the field of teaching, as well as the improvement of the profession.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. ? Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Serve as a role model.

Requisite Education & Experience:

• Most possess or be eligible for a Virginia Teaching License with a Science, Technology, Math, or PreK-6 Endorsement.
• Teaching experience in science, technology, and/or math preferred.

Physical Requirements:

    Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to: a personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, or repetitive motions required.

   Manassas City Public Schools (MCPS) does not discriminate in employment nor in the provision of educational programs, services and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law.

   This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. It is neither intended to be, nor should it be construed as, an all-inclusive list of the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. The administration reserves the right to modify, assign, or remove duties as necessary.

Salary : $61,846 - $146,048