Teacher - STEAM Pathways

Teacher - STEAM Pathways 2026/2027

Strasburg School District 31, J Hemphill Middle School – Strasburg, Colorado

Job

Final date to receive applications:
Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted:
May 07, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:
Aug 1, 2026

Job Title: STEAM Pathway Teacher

Reports to: Building Principal

Evaluated by: Building Principal

The goal of this position is to create and innovate student‑centered educator to serve as our STEAM Pathway Teacher. This full‑time position will lead the development and instruction of our Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) Pathway Program, preparing students with the skills, problem‑solving abilities, and career awareness needed for future success in Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways at the high school level.

The STEAM Pathway Teacher will create engaging, hands‑on learning experiences that encourage critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and innovation while helping students connect classroom learning to real‑world applications and future career opportunities.

• Demonstrate aptitude or competence for assignment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with colleagues, students, parents, and community, including parent‑teacher conferences.
• Understand and demonstrate classroom management and instructional strategies to support student achievement.
• Integrate technology skills to support the content area(s) and 21st Century Learning.
• Knowledge of child and adolescent development.
• Knowledge of subject areas, curriculum, and standards‑based education.
• Knowledge of the general organization and functions of a public school system.

• Plan a program of study that is appropriate to the maturity and interest of students and meets their individual needs and abilities.
• Create a positive classroom environment that upholds and enforces the school rules and is conducive to learning.
• Guide the learning process to increase student achievement in accordance with the curriculum and consistent with state and local standards.
• Employ instructional methods and materials most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required in a timely and confidential manner.
• Work with other professionals to determine special learning needs of pupils on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of specialists as required.
• Collaborate with colleagues, students, and/or parents on an ongoing basis concerning student academic and behavioral progress.
• Adhere to the Board of Education policies, state rules and regulations, and licensure standards.
• Strive to maintain and improve professional competence and serve on staff committees as required.
• Design and deliver engaging STEAM curriculum aligned to pathway progression.
• Integrate science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics into meaningful interdisciplinary projects.
• Foster creativity, innovation, collaboration, and student leadership.
• Build connections between middle‑school learning and high‑school CTE opportunities.

• STEAM 1 – Foundations:
  Introduce students to the core principles of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics through inquiry‑based learning and foundational skill development.
• STEAM 2 – Explorations:
  Expand student understanding through project‑based learning, problem‑solving challenges, and career exploration within STEAM fields.
• STEAM 3 – Applications:
  Guide students in applying interdisciplinary knowledge to real‑world situations, emphasizing collaboration, design thinking, and practical solutions.
• STEAM 4 – Innovation Lab:
  Provide students with opportunities to experiment, create, and innovate using technology, engineering processes, and creative design.
• STEAM 5 – Design Studio:
  Develop advanced project work where students design, build, revise, and present solutions while strengthening leadership and presentation skills.
• STEAM 6 – Capstone & Leadership:
  Prepare students for the transition into high‑school CTE pathways by leading capstone projects, community…