Job Description
Category: Middle School Teaching/Computer/Technology
Date Posted:
Location: Canaan Middle School
Date of Availability: 08/01/2026
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: STEM Teacher (CMS)
POSITION GOAL:
To teach 4th-6th grade students not only through technology standards but in collaboration with other learning standards in a hands-on learning environment.
- To lead a fully-integrated learning environment where everything from the future and technology to curriculum and assessment work together to support hands-on, minds-on learning introducing problem solving, collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, innovation and failing forward.
- To create lessons for 4th-6th grade students that integrate Ohio's Learning standards in technology and computer science into the curriculum along with other content areas and careers.
- To facilitate an environment where students explore together using the tools available in the Amazon Think Big Space and utilize these skills within their traditional content classrooms.
SUGGESTED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Successful prior teaching experience.
- Ohio Certification or License.
- Satisfactory BCI/FBI background check
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 184 day Contract, Certified Salary Schedule
EVALUATION: Evaluation by the building principal or designee which includes evaluation of successful goal achievement and an overall assessment of performance in alignment with OTES 2.0.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.01 Operates and supervises the CMS Think Big Space.
1.02 Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, curricular units, and projects and communicates these objectives to the students.
1.03 Employs a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and performance assessments, which guide the learning process toward academic achievement and curriculum goals.
1.04 Serves as a resource to teachers to provide STEM lessons in the classroom.
1.05 Teaches students to work collaboratively to solve problems and to think logically and creatively.
1.06 Works in partnership with teachers and staff, modeling consistent effective teaching with technology, engagement, lesson plan design, use of technology, STEM and online tools.
1.07 Demonstrates fundamental knowledge of the connection between technology, computer science, and other fields of study.
1.08 Understands and is able to design, develop, assess, and manage STEM learning experiences
1.09 Collaborates with teachers in promoting interdisciplinary STEM activities into the core curriculum.
1.10 Encourages teachers' involvement, empowerment, responsibility, and innovation in school improvement activities relating to STEM
1.11 Encourages parental and community involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
1.12 Pursues training and professional development in STEM to support teaching and learning.
1.13 Organizes, develops, and coordinates special STEM events/activities including community and evening events.
1.14 Coaches teachers on STEM initiatives and instructional best practices in the STEM areas.
1.16 Travels to professional meetings as required as well as attending CMS building staff meetings.
1.17 Other duties as assigned
2. PERSONAL QUALITIES
2.01 Maintains a well-groomed appearance
2.02 Possesses a positive attitude
2.03 Is punctual and dependable
2.04 Demonstrates an ability to make sound decisions independently
2.05 Maintains professional behavior and confidentiality when dealing with students,
staff, and parents
3. HUMAN RELATIONS
3.01 Cooperates with all employees
3.02 Shows tact and diplomacy when dealing with the public
3.03 Communicates all legitimate concerns to the supervisor
3.04 Demonstrates an ability to be fair and consistent when dealing with students
3.05 Maintains a warm and inviting atmosphere
4. SCHOOL-COMMUNITY RELATIONS
4.01 Communicates a positive image of the school
4.02 Supports the school to other community members