Position Overview: The STEAM Educator will be responsible for developing and delivering an engaging and interdisciplinary STEAM curriculum to middle school students. This role requires a strong foundation in STEAM subjects, a commitment to hands-on learning, and the ability to integrate arts into the traditional STEM fields. The ideal candidate will have a passion for education and a desire to create a stimulating learning environment that encourages student curiosity and achievement.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement a comprehensive STEAM curriculum aligned with state and national standards.
• Create and deliver engaging, hands-on STEAM lessons that encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and innovation.
• Utilize a variety of instructional methods and resources, including technology, to support diverse learning styles.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports the academic and personal growth of all students.
• Assess student progress regularly and provide constructive feedback to guide their learning journey.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and the community to enhance the STEAM program and support student success.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in STEAM education.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in a STEAM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) or Education with a STEAM focus. Master's degree preferred.
• Teaching certification in the state of Virginia or eligibility to obtain certification.
• Proven experience in teaching STEAM subjects at the middle school level.
• Strong knowledge of STEAM curriculum development and instructional strategies.
• Excellent classroom management skills and the ability to engage and motivate students.
• Proficiency in using technology and digital tools to enhance teaching and learning.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling. The teaching environment requires light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently or to move objects; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for color perception, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Primarily controlled temperature and clean classroom environment. Exposure to outside elements may occur during transitions, field trips, and recess.
RCPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs and activities.  The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Hayley Poland – Title IX Coordinator (540) 853-1393.
Primary Location Lucy Addison Middle School Salary Range $50,649.00 - $86,942.00 / Per Year Shift Type Full-Time