What are the responsibilities and job description for the Innovation Center Teacher position at Miami Country Day School?
JOB SUMMARY:
Miami Country Day School is seeking a collaborative, creative, and forward-thinking Middle School Innovation Teacher to join the Garner Center for Innovation (GCI). This role is ideal for an educator who is passionate about engineering, design thinking, robotics, computer science, and emerging technologies, and who enjoys inspiring students through hands-on, project-based learning.
Working as part of the PK3–12 Innovation and Fabrication Pathway, the Middle School Innovation Teacher partners with classroom teachers and fellow GCI faculty to create interdisciplinary learning experiences that integrate engineering, coding, artificial intelligence, digital fabrication, entrepreneurship, and product development. The teacher also mentors students as they develop original inventions and innovative solutions through the school's Entrepreneurship, Invention & Innovation (EI²) program.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Design and facilitate engaging, interdisciplinary, project-based learning experiences for Middle School students.
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Teach engineering, design thinking, coding, robotics, AI, and digital fabrication through authentic, hands-on projects.
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Introduce students to programming using platforms such as Scratch, Blockly, Python, Arduino, and other emerging technologies.
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Guide students in the safe and effective use of makerspace tools, including 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines, woodworking equipment, and CAD software.
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Collaborate with classroom teachers and GCI colleagues to integrate innovation and engineering concepts across the curriculum.
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Mentor 3–5 students annually through the EI² program, supporting them as they design, prototype, fabricate, brand, and present original products or inventions.
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Help maintain a safe, organized, and innovative makerspace environment.
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Contribute to PK3–12 curriculum development, shared instructional resources, and school-wide innovation initiatives.
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Participate in STEM events, innovation showcases, workshops, and other Garner Center for Innovation programming.
Qualifications:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
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Bachelor's degree and 4 years in STEM Education, Engineering, Educational Technology, Robotics, Technology Education, or a related field.
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Teaching experience in STEM, engineering, robotics, innovation, computer science, or a related discipline preferred.
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Experience designing and delivering project-based, collaborative learning experiences.
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Passion for innovation and a commitment to inspiring curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving in students.
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Strong technical aptitude and enthusiasm for learning new technologies.
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Experience with—or a willingness to learn—tools and technologies such as:
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Python, Java, Arduino, Raspberry Pi
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LEGO SPIKE Prime and educational robotics platforms
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Fusion 360, Tinkercad, Adobe Illustrator, LightBurn
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AI tools and applications
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3D printing, laser cutting, CNC machining, and woodworking
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Why Join Miami Country Day School?
At Miami Country Day School, innovation is more than a subject, it's a mindset. As a member of the Garner Center for Innovation, you'll help shape one of the nation's leading PK3–12 innovation programs while collaborating with passionate educators and inspiring students to become creative thinkers, problem solvers, and future innovators. If you're excited about blending technology, engineering, entrepreneurship, and education, we'd love to hear from you.