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As a full-time Lower School STEM Specialist at Sage, you will guide students through a dynamic learning experience that combines hands-on inquiry, design-based projects, small-group instruction, and project-based learning opportunities. Primarily working with students in early childhood through grade 4, this role may also involve teaching mathematics and science with developmental-age-appropriate students in grades 5 and 6, depending on program needs. You will teach early childhood and lower school computer science as well as lower school mathematics, including concepts leading up to pre-algebra. Students explore the interconnectedness of the natural, technological, and mathematical worlds, developing critical thinking skills and a nuanced perspective on how systems, patterns, and processes are related. By investigating topics such as mathematics, scientific inquiry, engineering design, and computational thinking, students engage in meaningful problem-solving, creativity, and real-world application. Beyond content knowledge, you will foster students’ independence, curiosity, and ownership of their learning, providing opportunities for joyful exploration and a love of STEM. Sage’s interdisciplinary STEM program ensures that science, mathematics, engineering, and computer science remain relevant, up-to-date, and closely integrated with other subjects, including the humanities. Students are empowered to pursue their unique interests and passions, cultivating a deeper understanding of the interconnected disciplines of STEM.

While your primary teaching responsibilities will originate in the Lower School, you are an essential member of the broader STEM team. This includes collaborating with colleagues across grade levels and disciplines, co-teaching when appropriate, and contributing to curriculum development, program planning, and other initiatives that support the department’s mission and the school’s integrated learning program.

Guided by our mission, We encourage our diverse community of gifted students to engage in academic challenges, nurture their love of learning, and cultivate their humanity so they can serve, inspire, and create impact.

STEM Teacher Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach or co-teach classes in STEM topics for students in Beginners through Grade 8, including select enrichment mini-courses, workshops, or intensives aligned with interdisciplinary initiatives across the department. Potential courses include but are not limited to: Elementary CS, math topics through Pre-Algebra, and Upper Elementary Science topics.
• Communicate in a timely and professional manner with all community stakeholders, including parents.
• Demonstrate a knowledge of varied teaching strategies to differentiate learning, employing a hands-on approach to teaching and learning that engages all students.
• Actively participate in the development of the STEM department curriculum
• Maintain an active presence and participate fully in campus life by attending school events and activities when possible.
• Assume additional responsibilities (e.g., serving on committees and advising clubs) in other areas of school life
• Stay current with the latest developments and research in STEM education by attending professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to develop interdisciplinary projects and integrate concepts across the curriculum

Essential Job Functions

• Must be able to adequately communicate needs of the science and/or math departments related to supplies, equipment, tools, classrooms, and storage spaces.
• Must be able to exert a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Have experience with and/or understanding of gifted education, and an ongoing interest in related professional development as available through the school.
• Communicate effectively in English.
• The ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively to meet deadlines.
• Maintain familiarity with Sage’s STEM curriculum maps (including math, science, and computer science).
• Requires the ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes receiving instructions, assignments, and/or directions from supervisors.
• Requires the ability to read a variety of correspondence, reports, handbooks, forms, lists, etc. Requires the ability to prepare correspondence, simple reports, forms, instructional materials, etc., using prescribed format(s).
• Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with emergency situations.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge and a continued interest in content, current computer science and math education research, best practices, and professional growth.
• Maintain a commitment to excellence and possess the ability to work independently and collaboratively with flexibility and enthusiasm.
• Possess a strong work ethic, an openness to understanding broader institutional needs and goals, a sense of humor, and a kind spirit.

Reports to: Assistant Heads of School and Head of School

FLSA Status: Exempt

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this job.

Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and three letters of reference to:

Amy Jackson

Director of Communications

The Sage School

171 Mechanic Street

Foxboro, MA 02035

ajackson@sageschool.org