Technology and Project Lead Way; STEM Teacher - Waukee Middle

Terms of Employment:

194 or 196 days, depending on experience within WCSD

• Valid Iowa Teaching License required
• One of the following endorsements: 5-12 Industrial Technology or Math (MS, K-8 or 5-12) or Science (MS, K-8 or 5-12)
• Gate to Technology Training (GTT) / Project Lead the Way (PLTW), preferred
• Successful experience teaching Project Lead the Way, preferred

• Use of pedagogically appropriate/best practice instructional methods and a rigorous curriculum designed to prepare all students to achieve higher standards and become lifelong learners.
• Knowledge of the middle level learner based on current research.
• Preference is given to instructor with demonstrated knowledge of PBIS, CCRS, differentiating instruction, the use of data to guide instruction, standards-based reporting, Iowa Core, 21st Century Skills, use of technology in the classroom, and workshop model structure for instruction.
• Commitment to the team teaching concept; including interdisciplinary instruction.
• Contributing member of a Professional Learning Community and an understanding of key processes in a PLC.
• Ability to involve parents and communities in supporting student learning and healthy development.
• Experience with Lead in Me or 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens preferred.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth and development as described in the Iowa Professional Development Standards and support of the Iowa Teaching Standards as the foundation from which to build that ongoing growth plan.

• IPERS retirement account
• 403B Tax Sheltered Annuity (TSA) -$50 per month contribution for certified staff
• Health and Dental Insurance paid for the employee (spouse/family coverage available at an additional cost)
• Generous leave package including personal leave, sick leave, family sick leave, and bereavement leave
• Work shoe reimbursement, up to $175 (dependent on work shoe required and position)
• Employee use of District Facilities if a part of the Wellness program
• Wee Care - Childcare available at a cost for 6mos - 5y for staff's children
• Mileage is reimbursed for approved work-related travel in your personal vehicle completed during scheduled work hours