Leadership and Professional Growth
The STEAM teacher shall:
? Identify and apply educational and technology-related research, the psychology of learning, and
instructional design principles in guiding use of technology in education.

? Identify, implement, and investigate software in both classroom and administrative
environments.

? The STEAM teacher will identify resources, plan, and design staff development activities to
support professional growth in learning technologies.

? Participate in professional development experiences that allow him or her to observe, evaluate,
and apply the use of technology to support instruction.

Preferred Qualifications

? Advanced degree from an accredited college/university.

? Expert level of technology and 21st century learning understanding and application.

? Deep knowledge of content standards, effective instructional strategies, and assessment driven
instruction.

? Strong Google Apps for Education skills (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Sites, etc).

? Experience (or familiarity with) tools such as, but not limited to: 3D printing, autocad, laser
cutting, vinyl cutting, Arduino, Makey-Makey, Codecademy, Sphero, Tynker, BeeBot, Parrot
MiniDrone.

? Highly effective communication, listening, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

? Effective written, verbal, and technology-based communication skills.

 

Core Competencies:

In addition to the tasks outlined above, it is the responsibility of the STEAM teacher to:
? Understand and support Quest’s mission and philosophy and to promote a positive image of the
school.

? Contribute to a harmonious school atmosphere by working cooperatively with all colleagues.

? Respect the confidentiality of private information relating to students, colleagues and the
operations of the school.

? Refrain from establishing close relationships with colleagues, students, parents or trustees that
would compromise professional integrity.

? Demonstrate responsibility and punctuality.

? Display flexibility in responding to new situations and expectations, a positive attitude and a
helpful, nonjudgmental demeanor.

? Show willingness to consider and implement suggestions for improvement.

? Model the good character traits that Quest students are expected to embody.