Job Description

Job Location: East Hartford, CT 06118
Position Type: Full TimeEducation
Level: 4 Year Degree
Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Education
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Goodwin University Magnet School Systems is searching for a full-time STEM Elementary teacher.  This role will allow the educator to deliver engaging, hands-on educational experiences to upper-elementary students in a flexible environment.  The successful candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills as well as the desire to work in a growing school-district.  This unique position fosters curiosity, creativity, problem-solving, and innovation while introducing students to STEM concepts and career pathways through real-world applications.
The STEM teacher collaborates with classroom teachers, administrators, community partners, and local industry to support district STEM initiatives and ensure equitable access to high-quality STEM education for all students.
The successful candidate is:
- Passionate about inspiring young learners through STEM.
- Creative and innovative in lesson design.
- Collaborative and relationship-focused.
- Flexible and adaptable in diverse educational settings.
- Committed to equity and expanding access to STEM opportunities.
- Enthusiastic about preparing students for future careers through meaningful, hands-on learning.
Instruction and Program Delivery
- Deliver engaging, hands-on STEM lessons for students in upper elementary school
- Work with the CTE Director on a variety of projects for Goodwin University Magnet Schools.
- Work with the CTE team at Goodwin University Magnet Schools or a variety of projects (curriculum writing, pathway development, and other program initiatives).

Qualifications/Requirements

Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education,  Career and Technical Education, Technology Education, Engineering, STEM Education, or a related field.
- Valid teaching certification or ability to obtain appropriate certification.
- Experience teaching STEM (preferred)
- Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to engage students through experiential learning.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with educators, industry partners, and community organizations.
- Strong technology skills, including educational software and digital presentation tools.
- Commitment to fostering inclusive, equitable, and welcoming learning environments.
If you have any questions pertaining to this vacancy please contact jacosta@goodwinmagnetsystem.org.