TEACHER, STEM

Job Description

Teacher position for STEM/STEAM in Putnam County School District, Palatka. The role involves planning, delivering instruction and fostering a safe learning environment.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited educational institution.
• Certified by the State of Florida in an appropriate area.
• Satisfactory criminal background check.

• Knowledge of child development and characteristics of children in the assigned age group.
• Knowledge of the prescribed curriculum and current educational research.
• Basic understanding of the use of current technology.
• Knowledge of varied learning styles and skill in using varied teaching methods to address student learning styles.
• Skill in oral and written communication with students, parents, and others.
• Ability to plan and implement activities for maximum effectiveness.
• Ability to assess student achievement, analyze test results, and prescribe actions for improvement.
• Ability to maintain appropriate student supervision to ensure a safe and orderly environment.
• Ability to work effectively with peers, administrators, and others.

• Plan and implement instructional activities aligned with curriculum goals and objectives.
• Provide a safe, nurturing environment that stimulates academic, moral, and social growth.
• Meet with and instruct assigned classes at designated locations and times.
• Communicate clearly and effectively in written and oral form with students, parents, and others.
• Take necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Evaluate student progress regularly to include academic, physical, and social growth.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records and inventories as required.
• Assist in enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy.
• Implement instructional techniques to meet varying learning styles.
• Assist students in learning responsibility, respect, and self‑discipline.
• Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

Light work:
Exert up to 20 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently, to move objects.

Salary and benefits consistent with the District’s approved compensation plan. Position is 10 or 12 months; 7½ hours per day.
Full‑time
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Salary: $48,540 to $71,836 per year.

• Haylie Derossett, Executive Secretary
• 141 Kelley Smith School Road
• Palatka, Florida 32177
• Phone:
• Fax:
• Email: hderossettnamschools.org