Middle School STEM/Technology Teacher

Maranatha Christian Academy is a private school serving grades Pre-kindergarten through grade 12 in Brooklyn Park, MN.  We are an influential school of collaborators, innovators and explorers grounded in Christian faith empowering co-creators of tomorrow. Summary The STEM/Technology Teacher provides innovative instruction for middle school classes such as STEM, Design and Modeling, Foundations of Technology, and other computer science, robotics, and coding courses.   Essential Duties (other duties may be assigned)

• In an eight-period schedule, FT staff teach six class periods (given two prep periods) plus an advisory and Character Hour.
• Prepares course objectives and lesson plans, following curriculum guidelines and any requirements or standards of the school and/or state of MN.
• Develop and implement hands-on, project-based learning experiences that promote student inquiry and real-world problem solving.
• Assigns lessons, homework, corrects papers, and hears student presentations
• Prepares, administers, and corrects tests, and records results
• Maintains order inside the classroom and other spaces on campus, as well as off-site school-sponsored activities
• Counsels students when academic and/or behavioral problems arise
• Communicate students' academic progress and behavior with parents
• Keeps attendance and grade records as required by the state and school
• Coordinates class field trips and guest speakers
• Skilled and adaptable in various forms of technology
• Familiarity with coding, robotics, 3D printing, or other Makerspace tools

  Personal & Professional Characteristics

• Passionate and enthusiastic about Christian education
• Respectful, optimistic, and grace-filled in their interactions with colleagues, students, and parents
• Adaptable and flexible in teaching methods
• Highly responsive to students' spiritual, intellectual, and emotional well-being
• Effective and clear communicator, as well as an active listener
• Ability to set clear expectations and hold students accountable for their performance
• Ability to solve problems involving sensitive topics with confidentiality 

  Education, Certificates, and/or Experience                                Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university.  Current MN state teaching license preferred   Full and Part-Time Benefits Summary:  Full-Time Benefits 

• • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Life
  • Long Term Disability
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay

  Optional Benefits 

• • Short Term Disability
  • Accident
  • Critical Illness
  • Flexible spending account
  • 403(b) Retirement administered by Ascensus (no match)

  Part-Time Benefits - over 20 hours per week 

• • Pro-rated PTO
  • Holiday Pay based on schedule
  • Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance

  Part-Time Benefits - under 20 hours per week 

• • Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST)

  The entire job description is available upon request to applicants being interviewed.

Salary : $43,000 - $55,000