STEAM Technology Teacher

Position Details

STEAM Technology Teacher (2026‑2027 School Year)

Location:

Long Neck Elementary School

District:
Indian River School District

Salary:
Teacher salary schedule based on experience and degree. Salary Schedule can be found on the district website:

Long Neck Elementary is seeking an innovative and highly‑motivated educator to teach STEAM/technology classes for K‑5th grade. Qualified candidates should have a passion for project‑based learning and integration of curriculum into STEAM‑based concepts.

• Must hold or be eligible for State of Delaware Certification for Elementary Teacher & Special Education (required). Technology Education certification preferred.
• Exhibits knowledge of Delaware's core content area standards, especially in science, technology, engineering, arts and/or mathematics.
• Experience teaching elementary‑aged students, particularly in the areas of technology and STEAM, preferred.
• Clean Criminal Background Check, TB Test, and Child Protection Registry Clearance must be completed prior to start of employment.

• Integrate project‑based learning into classes in grades K‑5.
• Create, plan and prepare lessons for students in grades K‑5 covering curriculum pertaining to technology and STEAM.
• Guide students to create, design and test their projects.
• Provide effective instruction of students in order to support independent and creative learners.
• Motivate students to work in a project‑based format to attain their potential as a learner.
• Teach assigned classes using the educational philosophy and policies adopted by the Board of Education.
• Utilize State and District curriculum guidelines in carrying out teaching assignments.
• Use available resources, plans and implement a program of study that meets students' needs, interests, and abilities.
• Provide standards‑based, content aligned learning framework that establishes clear goals and objectives for all lessons and assignments.
• Interpret and use data from a variety of educational sources for the improvement of instruction.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide reports as required, as well as notifying parents of student progress when necessary.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Recognize the importance of parent/guardian and teacher cooperation and confer with parents as appropriate.
• Collaborate with the student support team to support students' academic, behavioral and mental health needs.
• Maintain a professional relationship, working cooperatively with all school personnel.
• Meet responsibilities as per contractual agreement and State law.
• Participate actively in professional growth activities, collaborative groups and Professional Learning Communities (PLC).
• Encourage students to behave in accordance with classroom and school rules.
• Perform other duties as requested by administration to meet the needs of the students.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature of the position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of job functions.

The Indian River School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against employees, applicants, visitors, or others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law.