STEM/Library/Media Specialist Teacher

Unity Elementary School is located in the beautiful and picturesque Upper Valley Area of New Hampshire. Unity is within driving distance to Mount Sunapee Ski Resort and all of the concerts and athletic events at Dartmouth College in Hanover. The Connecticut River flows nearby making kayaking and canoeing very convenient after work and on the weekends. Hiking trails are plentiful. Many would say it is a great location to raise a family, renew your sense of wonder and be part of a vibrant community supporting its schools. To learn more about Unity Elementary School visit:

https://ues.sau6.org/o/ues

Title: Library/Media Specialist/STEM teacher

Unity Elementary School seeks an energetic, motivated educator to serve as Library/Media Specialist/STEM teacher for grades K-8 for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year.

The Library/Media Specialist/STEM teacher will join a dynamic team and be a part of an enthusiastic, dedicated staff that is continuously moving on a journey to promote literacy for all students and build a broad and balanced library that reflects the diversity of the global community.

The primary duties of the Library Media Specialist / STEM Teacher are to:

• Create a library program that turns the library into a full-service learning center that uses books and technology to promote literacy and equity for all students

• Collaborate with teachers to find meaningful and innovative ways of integrating literacy and STEM into the curriculum

• Deliver direct instruction to students around digital citizenship, STEM, and the interactions between humans, technology, and information

• Responsible for working with elementary students in assisting with STEM-related curriculum initiatives, programs, and projects

• Design and implement an interactive STEM curriculum that encourages creativity and innovation and aligns with state standards and school goals

• Curriculum will include project-based learning, digital literacy, computer programming, and coding, while incorporating disciplinary literacy skills and facilitating authentic learning

• Deliver engaging lessons that promote inquiry-based learning and encourage student exploration in STEM subjects

• Provide instruction on research skills, digital citizenship, and the effective use of technology

• Teach students how to think computationally and create new technologies

• Ensure opportunities for library book check-out

• Assess and evaluate student progress through formal and informal assessments, providing feedback to support learning

• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports diverse learners and promotes collaboration

• Utilize technology and digital resources to enhance student learning and engagement in STEM subjects

• Work closely with other teachers, parents, and community partners to support student learning and promote STEM initiatives

• Organize and lead extracurricular STEM-related clubs, competitions, and events

• Host an annual Science Fair as an enrichment opportunity for students

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will inspire young learners through engaging and hands-on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) activities, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills through the authentic learning design process

• Elementary Teaching License or Library Media Specialist License (Grades K-12)

• Experience in teaching elementary students, preferably in STEM education