26 - STREAM Teacher - Grant Funded - Limited Term

Stream Teacher - Grant Funded

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district. Each employee plays a part, and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams.

The primary responsibility of the STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) Teacher is to plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. The STREAM Teacher is responsible for developing and delivering engaging interdisciplinary instruction that integrates STREAM content through innovative, project-based, and inquiry-driven approaches.

The STREAM Teacher will be a part of the elective wheel providing students with STREAM related Project Based experiences.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications:

• Valid Colorado Teaching License within 60 days from date of hire
• Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, or Mathematics Endorsement or Elementary Education Endorsement
• Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
• Three (3) years of successful teaching experience in elementary education
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in integrated STREAM instruction, project-based learning, or makerspace facilitation.
• Knowledge of Colorado Academic Standards in core subjects and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).
• Familiarity with design thinking, engineering practices, or creative arts integration.
• 3-5 years successful teaching as demonstrated by references, evaluations and student growth data
• Experience implementing effective literacy instruction including foundational skills and comprehension strategies
• Experience using Common Core State standards to plan instruction.
• Experience with a blended learning model or a desire to learn
• Experience with AVID implementation or a desire to learn
• Experience in a Title I setting or low income setting
• Experience with Teach Like A Champion Strategies
• Successful experience implementing strong classroom routines and procedures demonstrated by references and evaluations
• Experience with STEM based educational philosophy and instructional practices.

Deep understanding of interdisciplinary teaching that connects science, technology, reading, engineering, arts, and mathematics. Ability to design and deliver engaging hands-on learning experiences and STREAM units that support student creativity and innovation. Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and differentiation strategies for K-5 learners. Strong organizational and classroom management skills to support collaboration, inquiry, and safe exploration. Technological proficiency, including familiarity with coding, robotics, digital design, and virtual learning tools.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster relationships with students, staff, and families. Establish clear classroom routines and procedures that create a positive student-centered learning environment. Utilize data from a variety of sources to collaboratively plan and adapt instruction. Submit lesson plans for feedback and support. Implement evidenced-based instructional practices that build student knowledge and skills across a variety of content areas.

Actively engage in the professional development activities to continuously improve practices. Maintain…