Elementary Math Teacher (3-5)

Position Title: Elementary Math Teacher (Grades 3-5)

Department: Intermediate Program

Reports To: Principal

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Benefits: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD

Retirement: St. Louis City Schools Retirement System

About Us: 

The Biome is a premier STEM-focused elementary school that fosters a love of learning and develops critical thinkers, problem-solvers, and innovators. Our approach integrates creativity, technology, and inquiry-based learning, offering students engaging opportunities to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. We inspire students to think creatively, embrace new ideas, and solve real-world problems, creating an environment where they are empowered to explore their potential and thrive. Our team is passionate about supporting students and teachers in reaching their fullest potential, and we seek educators who share that vision.

Position Overview: 

We are seeking an enthusiastic, innovative, and adaptable Elementary Math Teacher for grades 3-5 to join our passionate team. This educator will play a key role in shaping students' mathematical understanding while fostering a growth mindset, promoting collaboration, and integrating innovative teaching strategies. The ideal candidate will be excited to bring joy and energy to math instruction, utilizing tools like i-Ready to support differentiated learning and contribute to a positive, fun, and engaging classroom atmosphere.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement dynamic and engaging math lessons for students in grades 3-5, focusing on foundational concepts and fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Incorporate growth mindset principles, encouraging students to embrace challenges, learn from mistakes, and celebrate perseverance.
• Use i-Ready curriculum and assessments to track student progress and adjust instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners, ensuring each student can reach their full potential.
• Create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment that promotes collaboration, creativity, and innovation.
• Engage students through hands-on activities, real-world problem-solving, and technology integration, making math fun and relatable.
• Foster a culture of joy and enthusiasm for learning by bringing positive energy into your teaching style.
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff in a STEM-focused environment to integrate cross-disciplinary learning experiences.
• Maintain effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues, providing feedback and progress updates in a timely and constructive manner.
• Attend professional development opportunities to continue growing as an educator and stay current on best practices in teaching math and STEM education.
• Assume the role of homeroom teacher for a class of elementary students, providing support and guidance throughout the school day.
• Create and implement engaging social studies lessons aligned with the state’s Model Learning Standards (MLS), focusing on building students’ critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Mathematics, or related field
• Valid teaching certification in Elementary Education is required
• Experience teaching elementary school math, with a preference for experience in grades 3-5
• Familiarity with the i-Ready curriculum and its ability to differentiate instruction based on student needs
• A growth mindset with the ability to adapt and innovate in teaching practices
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to create meaningful relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
• A sense of humor and the ability to bring joy, creativity, and enthusiasm to your lessons
• Passion for STEM education and a desire to work in a collaborative, forward-thinking school environment

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Ability to work in a school environment with students and staff
• Frequent use of computer systems, phones, and other office equipment
• Occasional lifting of supplies or materials (up to 25 lbs)
• Ability to move between classrooms, the Anchor Room, and various school areas

Please include the following with your application:

1. Resumé (not to exceed two pages; 12-point font)
2. Cover letter, which explains the candidate’s interest in the position as well as the skills and experiences that make the applicant a good candidate for the position (not to exceed two pages; 12-point font) 

Phone calls will not be accepted