Imagination Lab School is a TK–8 school organized into four developmental cohorts: Foundational Elementary (Grades TK–1), Lower Elementary (Grades 2–3), Upper Elementary (Grades 4–5), and Middle School (Grades 6–8).

This role focuses on the Middle School cohort and involves teaching classes, supporting a coherent, developmentally responsive learning progression across grades.

The ideal candidate is an experienced progressive educator who combines strong content knowledge with a creative, student-centered approach that brings math and science to life through hands-on inquiry, experimentation, critical thinking, and authentic real-world problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging, interdisciplinary STEM units aligned with ILS’s project-based model.
• Foster mathematical reasoning, scientific literacy, and design thinking through collaborative challenges.
• Guide students in applying data, measurement, and modeling to authentic community-based problems.
• Use assessment as a learning tool, emphasizing growth and reflection.
• Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to integrate SDG-driven projects.
• Support student innovation through the Maker Lab and Learning Lab programs.
• Participate in professional learning communities and school-wide initiatives.

Qualifications

• An experienced progressive educator with a deep understanding of inquiry-based, project-based, and student-centered learning
• Bachelor’s degree in STEM field or Education (Master’s preferred).
• Familiarity with the 8 Mathematical Practice Standards and NGSS.
• Commitment to cultivating equity and inclusion in the classroom.
• Willingness to learn, iterate, and innovate within a project-based learning environment; commitment to continuous professional growth.

About Imagination Lab School

Imagination Lab School is a TK-8 grade independent, progressive school located in Palo Alto. We are an intentionally small, relationship-based community with a commitment to social and emotional development, experiential learning, community engagement, and real-world problem solving. Our students are engaged, empowered, and empathetic individuals with the strength of character and strength of voice to make a difference in the world. Visit us at www.imagination-school.org to learn more about our community and our programs.

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