Posted: 12-Jun-26
Location: West Orange, New Jersey
Type: Full Time
Salary: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00
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Job Summary:
Golda Och Academy is seeking an innovative and collaborative STEAM Educator to serve students in Pre-K through Grade 8. This role partners with the Director of STEM Education and faculty to design and deliver engaging, hands-on learning experiences in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.
The ideal candidate is passionate about design thinking, robotics, makerspace development, and integrating technology across disciplines.
Key Responsibilities:
Curriculum & Instruction
- Teach foundational technology and computer skills courses for Pre-K–8 students
- Collaborate to enhance and align STEAM curriculum with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
- Develop and manage a dynamic Lower School Makerspace
- Integrate STEAM learning across General Studies, Math, and Judaic Studies curricula
- Conduct a STEAM program needs assessment and support program growth
Student Engagement & Enrichment:
- Advise the Middle School Robotics Club (lunch sessions, after-school meetings, and competitions)
- Develop and lead STEAM enrichment opportunities, including lunchtime and after-school programming
- Support school-wide events such as STEM Night and community outreach initiatives
Program Promotion:
- Partner with the marketing team to highlight STEAM programming through social media and multimedia content
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
- Experience teaching in elementary and/or middle school settings preferred
- Experience with robotics platforms, makerspace tools, and instructional technology preferred
- Strong classroom management and collaboration skills
- Ability to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment
Physical Requirements:
Ability to supervise students, move throughout campus, operate classroom technology and equipment, and lift instructional materials consistent with a STEAM classroom environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Golda Och Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal and New Jersey anti-discrimination laws. Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state law.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
- Experience teaching in elementary and/or middle school settings preferred
- Experience with robotics platforms, makerspace tools, and instructional technology preferred
- Strong classroom management and collaboration skills
- Ability to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment
Physical Requirements:
Ability to supervise students, move throughout campus, operate classroom technology and equipment, and lift instructional materials consistent with a STEAM classroom environment.
