What are the responsibilities and job description for the Upper School STEM Teacher - Grades 5-8 position at Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School?
Description
About Us
Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School is an independent community school serving students in TK–8. Our mission is to cultivate a joyful learning community that builds students’ capacity for critical thinking, creativity, and moral courage through a complementary curriculum of and Jewish studies.
Why Teach STEM at Hausner?
At Hausner, STEM is about how students learn to think. Our program emphasizes inquiry, design, experimentation, collaboration, and persistence. Teachers are trusted as designers of learning experiences, supported by a collaborative faculty, and encouraged to innovate, reflect, and grow.
Position Overview
Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School seeks a skilled, thoughtful, and collaborative educator to serve as an Upper School STEM Teacher for grades 5–8. This role focuses on science, technology, and engineering learning through inquiry-based, project-based, and interdisciplinary instruction.
STEM Learning At Hausner Emphasizes
Professional Qualities And Skills
Experience and Education
Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a welcoming and inclusive community where individuals of all backgrounds are respected and valued. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, or any other status protected by law
About Us
Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School is an independent community school serving students in TK–8. Our mission is to cultivate a joyful learning community that builds students’ capacity for critical thinking, creativity, and moral courage through a complementary curriculum of and Jewish studies.
Why Teach STEM at Hausner?
At Hausner, STEM is about how students learn to think. Our program emphasizes inquiry, design, experimentation, collaboration, and persistence. Teachers are trusted as designers of learning experiences, supported by a collaborative faculty, and encouraged to innovate, reflect, and grow.
Position Overview
Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School seeks a skilled, thoughtful, and collaborative educator to serve as an Upper School STEM Teacher for grades 5–8. This role focuses on science, technology, and engineering learning through inquiry-based, project-based, and interdisciplinary instruction.
STEM Learning At Hausner Emphasizes
- Learning through investigation, design, and experimentation
- Conceptual understanding and scientific reasoning
- Project-based and interdisciplinary learning experiences
- Real-world applications and authentic problem solving
- Collaboration, persistence, reflection, and revision
Professional Qualities And Skills
- Strong knowledge of middle grade science and STEM instructional best practices
- Familiarity with Next Generation Science Standards and interdisciplinary STEM frameworks
- Student-centered approach grounded in curiosity, challenge, and support
- Experience designing project-based, inquiry-driven learning experiences
- Ability to differentiate instruction to support a range of learners
- Strong classroom management grounded in relationships, clarity, and consistency
- Experience with Vex Robotics, coding experience, or an engineering background is a plus
- Commitment to collaboration with colleagues and clear communication with families
- Reflective practice and openness to feedback and professional growth
- Comfort using educational technology, including Google Suite and classroom learning tools
- Teach multiple sections of STEM courses in grades 5–8
- Design and implement engaging, inquiry-based, and project-driven STEM units
- Collaborate with STEM colleagues to support coherence across grade levels
- Work with grade-level teams to integrate learning across disciplines when appropriate
- Review student work and assessment data to inform instruction and support growth
- Serve as an Upper School advisor supporting students’ academic and social development
- Develop and teach an Upper School elective during the school year
- Communicate regularly with students and families about progress and expectations
- Participate actively in faculty meetings, professional learning, and school events
- Take part in school programs such as Open House and Back to School Night
- Accompany students on an annual overnight field trip
- Fulfill other duties as assigned
Experience and Education
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Undergraduate degree or at least 24 semester units in science, technology, engineering, or a closely related field
- Prior middle school teaching experience preferred
- Valid teaching credential preferred
- Master’s degree in a related field preferred
- Competitive salary range: $85,000-$105,000 annually, dependent on experience
- Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b Retirement Plan, Long- and Short-term Disability, Voluntary Life and Accident Insurance, Work-Life Balance Employee Assistance Program, and pre-tax options for commuter benefits and flexible spending accounts
- This posting does not necessarily represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities or qualifications.
- The school reserves the right to modify or discontinue this position at any time.
Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a welcoming and inclusive community where individuals of all backgrounds are respected and valued. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, or any other status protected by law
Salary : $85,000 - $105,000