Classroom Teacher - STEM - Kennebunk High School

About Kennebunk High School

The mission of Kennebunk High School is to “Develop productive global citizens,” and we work collectively to live that mission every single day in everything we do.  Kennebunk High School is an exceptionally well-resourced and brave learning community unafraid to look carefully and adjust our practices to best meet the needs of every student we are honored to serve.

We are seeking a dedicated, student-centered, and empathetic STEM teacher to join our strong team.

The ideal candidate will be ready to help the students we are privileged to serve achieve great things.

 As a Classroom Teacher, you will:

• Plan instruction using approved curriculum, high-impact instructional strategies, subject matter expertise, and up-to-date data to meet the needs of all students
• Establish expectations, routines, and procedures to provide a respectful, safe, positive, student-centered environment that maximizes opportunities for student learning
• Engage students in learning by using a variety of instructional strategies to meet individual learning goals and needs
• Set ambitious goals; gather, analyze, and use relevant data to measure student progress, guide instructional planning and delivery, and provide timely feedback to students, parents, and stakeholders
• Collaborate with colleagues to contribute to overall district effectiveness
• Engage in professional reflection and growth that results in improved instructional practice and student learning
• Serve as a leader in our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the district, school, classroom, and curriculum levels
• View leadership, professionalism, and effective communication as vital components of classroom teaching

Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required
• Appropriate Maine DOE certification (or ability to be certified)

Preferred:

• Experience with various coding languages and robotics
• Master’s Degree

Anticipated class load:

• Various STEM and technology courses

Reasonable Accommodations: RSU 21 will provide accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or applicable law, who has made the district aware of their disability, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to the district.

Terms of Employment: Salary and work year to be established by the Board and reflected in the contract.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board of School Directors policy on Evaluation of Certified Staff Members (GCOA).