What are the responsibilities and job description for the STEM Consultant position at Kent ISD?
- JobID: 19076
- Valid Michigan teacher certification
- Minimum of five years of experience teaching K-12 STEM related field (math, science, engineering, technology) – Preferred
- Master’s degree– Preferred
- Familiarity with K-12 math, science, and literacy state standards and practices including computer science (MIK12CS) and technology (MITECS)
- Experience with project, problem and place-based learning and design thinking
- Experience facilitating adult learning
- Able to demonstrate a personal focus and passion for teaching and learning, cross-curricular integration, student outcomes and leadership
- Able to coach individuals in curriculum, assessment, and instruction
- Able to support Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 teaching and learning
- Able to use observational data and formative assessment processes to guide professional learning
- Communication, organizational and networking skills required
- Values equity, growth mindset, collaborative problem solving, relationships
- The consultant will work collaboratively with Kent ISD science, math, and technology consultants and local, regional, state and national stakeholders to support teaching and learning of STEM.
- The consultant will identify and utilize data to inform decision making, ensuring high quality teaching and learning at the local, regional, state and national level.
- The consultant will support progress monitoring and evaluation of implementation fidelity of selected evidence-based instructional strategies, practice, and curriculum.
- The consultant will continue to develop deep content and pedagogical knowledge in the evidence-based, learner-centered approach to instruction.
- The consultant will utilize project, place, and problem-based learning strategies while embedding design thinking processes to improve learning for students and staff.
- The consultant will provide coaching to support continuous improvement of classroom, school, and district practices.
- The consultant will facilitate professional development, working with educators to refine their knowledge and skills. Professional development could include, but not be limited to observing, modeling of instructional strategies, guiding teacher groups in looking at student work, developing lesson plans with teacher groups based on student needs, supporting data analysis, supporting the integration of technology, co-planning with teacher groups, etc.
- The consultant will communicate clearly and concisely with all stakeholders, both orally and in writing.
- Applications must be completed online at jobs.kentisd.org
- Please note, due to the large number of applications, we are unable to attend to e-mail or telephone inquiries on application status.
- All candidates will be timely notified regarding their application status.
Position Type:
District Support/Educational Consultant
District Support/Educational Consultant
Date Posted:
5/18/2022
5/18/2022
Location:
Kent ISD
Kent ISD
Closing Date:
05/30/22 @4pm
District:
Kent ISD - website
VACANCY NOTICE05/30/22 @4pm
District:
Kent ISD - website
Job Title: STEM Consultant
215 days per year
The work of the STEM Consultant will be to advocate for and support high quality curriculum, assessment, and instruction for all students via coaching, consulting, and facilitating individuals/groups. Through this work, the consultant will provide leadership in all areas of K-12 science, technology, mathematics, engineering and computer science; including program planning and visioning, progress monitoring, and evaluating impact. The STEM Consultant will be able to identify evidence-based practice for improving instruction and develop these skills with educators. In order to provide continual support, the consultant will facilitate these teacher groups continually by analyzing lesson plans, student work, and reflecting to continue to improve teaching and learning throughout the course of the school year.
Essential Job Qualifications Required:
Salary: Professional salary schedule, Grade 7 for 215 days (steps 1-5 posted below; increased placement on salary schedule negotiable based on education and experience)
Grade 7
Step 1 $68,805.00
Step 2 $70,182.00
Step 3 $71,585.00
Step 4 $73,017.00
Step 5 $74,478.00
Benefits: Robust full benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous sick and personal leave time; State of Michigan retirement program; tuition reimbursement
Posting Dates: 5/18/22-5/30/22 @ 4pm
Distribution: Internal & External
To Apply: Kent Intermediate School District manages employment applications online. No hardcopy applications/resumes will be accepted for this position.
It is the policy of the Kent ISD School Board that no student, staff member or candidate for any position in the District shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, ancestry, age, gender/sex, sexual orientation, marital status, height, weight, veteran status, political belief or physical/mental disability which does not impair their ability to perform adequately in the individual's particular position or activity, excluded from participation in, denied the benefit of, or to be subjected to discrimination in any program or activity for which the Kent ISD School Board is responsible for or receives financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education. The Coordinator for Title IX, Section 504, the Age Discrimination Act and Title II is: Danielle Hendry, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources and Legal Services.
Salary : $68,805 - $70,182
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