Elementary STEM/FLL Robotics

The Quarry Lane School is a coeducational, non-sectarian, college preparatory school serving preschool through grade 12, which supports a diverse faculty and student body. Our mission is to create an atmosphere that inspires a lifelong love of learning so that each student can reach his or her fullest potential--emotionally, socially, academically, and physically--in order to assume responsibility as a future citizen of the world.  

Position Summary 

To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. You must possess a fundamental knowledge of the connection between Technology/Computer Science and other fields of study.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Demonstrates the ability to model, deliver, and craft rich student-centered, project-based learning experiences around Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics as prescribed by the QLS-approved curriculum. 

• Fosters a lifelong interest in and enjoyment of learning. 

• Has a firm grasp of knowledge of subject and content-related pedagogy; such knowledge should be apparent to the students and to a classroom observer. 

• Creates well-organized, meaningful, and creative lesson plans that incorporate teaching strategies in a thoughtful manner to further and maximize student learning. 

• Creates lesson plans and assessments that ensure congruence between instructional goals and student learning. 

• Grades students on their ability to achieve the physical goals set for students while keeping grading norms in line with the school philosophy. 

• Assesses students efficiently so that they can receive helpful and timely feedback. 

• Understands and upholds all policies and procedures outlined in the personnel, faculty, and student/parent handbook. 

• Upholds the mission of the school and act as a positive ambassador for the school.  

• as a firm grasp of knowledge of subject and content-related pedagogy; such knowledge should be apparent to the students and to a classroom observer. 

• Carries out all duties associated with teaching the classes on a teacher’s given schedule. This may include advisory and other duties as needed. 

• Maintains respectful and cooperative interactions with students, parents, teachers, co-workers, and administrators. 

• Creates a classroom environment of respect and maintains a classroom environment where the social and emotional welfare of the students are protected to the best of a teacher’s abilities.  

• Creates a classroom environment that allows a student’s confidence to grow, one where the student is inspired, and feels safe enough to think creatively.  

• Creates a classroom environment where a culture of learning is fostered, and high academic expectations are the norm.  
• Is a positive role model for students, taking into account the teacher’s influence on each student’s personal growth, academic ability and passion, and emotional stability  
• Efficiently manages the students in the teacher’s classroom and maintains a high standard for classroom behavior. 
• Is available to provide extra help to students outside of class times for the teacher’s given grade level. 
• Keeps administration informed of students who are falling behind in classes, as well as students with larger academic, social, or emotional concerns. 
• Maintains open lines of communication with the parent body and promptly notifies parents when individual student issues arise.  Maintains clear oral and written communication with students regarding expectations, grades, and behavior. 
• Is timely in communications with parents, students, administrators, and co-workers. 
• Is punctual and has a consistent and good attendance record. 
• Consistently meets deadlines; such deadlines include but are not limited to those pertaining to submission of grades, progress reports, and comments. 
• Attends meetings, which includes but is not limited, to weekly staff meetings after school.  
• Participates in school functions that extend beyond normal school hours but are necessary for the welfare of the school. Such functions include but are not limited to Back-to-School Night, Parent-Teacher Conferences, and Open House. 
• Participates in faculty and/or school committees and the sponsorship of student activities. 
• Carries out supervisory duties as directed by the Lower School Director.  

• Ability to communicate in effective English with faculty, staff, vendors, etc. in person and by telephone 
• Keep a work area that is clean, secure and well maintained. 

• Strong customer service skills 

• Ability to successfully learn, navigate and use QLS’s internal programs and systems 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

• Strong familiarity with all information covered in the student, faculty, and personnel handbooks  

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously 

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail 

• Skill managing sensitive and confidential information 

• Maintains a positive attitude 

• Must be self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and in a team environment. 

• Ability to adapt to multiple situations and tasks 

Required Knowledge and Skills:  

• Holds a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Science, or other related field. 

• Minimum of 2 years teaching with elementary-aged students. 

• Experience with CAD modeling software, and robotics

Salary : $75,000 - $85,000