Position Type: Administrative StaffDate Posted: 10/2/2024Location: INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES DEPARTMENTPOSITION PURPOSE: The STEAM Integration Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing interdisciplinary curricula that integrate Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) across K-12 academic subjects. This coordinator supports educators in blending artistic creativity with technology-driven problem-solving to create dynamic, hands-on learning experiences. The role also includes guiding assigned schools in meeting Cognia STEM Accreditation standards and fostering community engagement through the development of STEAM events and STEM/STEM after-school programs with local partners.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Curriculum Development & Integration: Design and implement STEAM curricula that integrate both technology (such as cybersecurity, computer science, and engineering) and the arts (visual arts, music, drama, etc.) to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Teacher Coaching & Support: Provide in-class coaching, co-teaching, and professional development to help educators develop competencies in STEAM-based and arts-integrated teaching methods.
- Collaboration: Work closely with school teams, artists-in-residence, industry professionals, and community partners to create real-world, interdisciplinary projects that connect academic content with practical applications.
- Project-Based Learning (PBL): Facilitate PBL activities that encourage students to solve complex problems, collaborate in teams, and apply both artistic and technical skills in meaningful ways.
- Cognia STEM Accreditation: Provide expert guidance and resources to schools as they work toward Cognia STEM Accreditation, ensuring that all STEAM initiatives align with accreditation standards. Support the development and implementation of evidence-based practices and instructional strategies that meet the criteria for high-quality STEM education.
- Accreditation Monitoring & Support: Assist schools in preparing documentation, meeting Cognia's benchmarks, and conducting self-assessments. Collaborate with school leaders and teachers to ensure consistent progress toward achieving and maintaining accreditation.
- STEAM Events & Community Outreach: Create, develop, and infuse STEAM events at schools and within the local community. Coordinate STEAM-focused after-school events and programs that engage neighboring community partners, promoting collaboration with local businesses, organizations, and families.
- Professional Development: Lead workshops, training sessions, and continuous learning opportunities for educators focused on integrating STEAM concepts, and accreditation standards into classroom instruction.
- Program Leadership: Support the implementation of school-wide STEAM initiatives by promoting a cohesive and innovative learning environment, leveraging the arts to engage students in STEM subjects.
- Evaluation & Feedback: Assess the effectiveness of STEAM integrated programs through data collection, classroom observations, and feedback from students and educators, and parents to drive continuous improvement.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES: Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Chief Instructional Services Officer, Superintendent or other district office administrator as designated by the Superintendent.
QUALIFICATIONS: - Master’s Degree in education, arts, technology or a related field.
- Related experience (preferred).
EXPERIENCE:
- A minimum of four years of experience in education, preferably in roles involving STEAM, arts integration, or interdisciplinary curriculum design. Experience with Cognia STEM Accreditation processes is highly desirable.
- Skills: Strong expertise in both technology (STEM) and the arts, with a demonstrated ability to coach and mentor teachers in integrating these areas into classroom instruction. Knowledge of Cognia STEM Accreditation standards and processes.
- Collaboration: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with educators, community partners, and students.
- Innovation: Ability to think creatively about curriculum design, and to inspire and guide educators in developing innovative approaches to teaching STEAM subjects while meeting accreditation standards.
- Community Engagement: Proven experience in organizing and leading community outreach initiatives, events, and after-school programs to promote STEAM education and foster collaboration with local community partners.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.
Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:
- Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.
- Sit, stand and walk for required periods of time.
- Speak and hear.
- Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision.
- Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
- Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, technology equipment, computers, and/or controls.
WORK PLACE EXPECTATIONS: - Work effectively with and respond to diverse cultures or backgrounds.
- Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean and professional manner for the assignment and work setting.
- Have regular and punctual attendance.
- Follow all District policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by the proper authorities.
- As an employee of Beaufort County School District, I am to adhere to confidentiality as directed by Federal, State and Local Laws/Regulations; and in accordance with district administrative rules as it pertains to sensitive information, employee information and student information. Failure to adhere to confidentiality may result in disciplinary actions, up to and including termination of employment.
REPORTS TO: MSAP Program Project Director
DAYS PER YEAR: 240
SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Administrative Level 203
EMPLOYEE GROUP: Administrative
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Must apply online by completing an "Administrative" application and adding this specific job to your online application.
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
EMPLOYEE'S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT: 1. I have reviewed the above position description and understand its contents.
2. I am aware that my position description may be revised or updated at any time and once notified of changes, I remain responsible for knowledge of its contents.
3. I hereby certify that I possess the physical and mental ability to fulfill the essential functions of the above position with or without reasonable accommodation(s). If I require accommodation(s) in order to fulfill any or all of these functions, I agree to provide information to the District regarding the requested accommodation(s).
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