Are you looking for an opportunity to join a team where your contribution makes a positive impact on the lives and learning of future leaders in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math? STEM Innovation Academy is looking for exceptional professionals to join our team.
About Us
STEM Innovation Academy is a public charter school in Calgary that opened in September 2021. Our junior high school currently serves over 450 students in grades 7-9. In September 2022, our high school campus opened a NW location located in the University Innovation Quarter with 115 Grade 10s. In 2023-24, we grew our program to 400 Grade 10s and 11s with a long-term goal of a full high school with over 900 students. In 2 short years we have created a culture of excellence led by a dynamic team focused on each student finding success in their learning. With a mission to inspire the next generation to be knowledgeable creators, innovators, and responsible leaders, we believe every student can be successful in STEM and should have the opportunity to learn about cutting-edge science and technology topics.
Position Information
Junior High STEM Option Course (CTF) Teacher
Education and Experience Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate
Bachelor of Education Degree or equivalent recognized by Alberta Education
Degree or Certificate in related courses Demonstrated Skills and Competencies Collaboratively work with STEM options team members and curriculum leader to support Grade 7-9 student learning in our options programming.
Ability to learn and develop as a professional willingness to learn
High level of organization and efficient project management; flexibility and adaptability in managing multiple class projects
Student centered approach and a willingness to personalize learning to the needs of the student
Provide formative and summative assessment to students on identified learning outcomes throughout the term
Foster positive relationships with students to create an atmosphere of trust and encouragement in the classroom
Option courses fall into 3 strands: Design and Engineering, Computational Thinking and Digital Media. Subject knowledge in at least two of the strands, with a portfolio of evidence, would be required:
Design and Engineering The design process/cycle and its application to student learning
Basic fabrication skills
Rapid prototyping, 3D modelling, 3D printing, and laser cutting with Glowforge (or willingness to learn)
Software: TinkerCAD, Blender, Sketchup, Fusion 360, Cura Computational Thinking Computer science topics may include digital information, the internet, app design, variables, conditionals, functions, lists, loops, traversals, algorithms, parameters, return, libraries, data, cybersecurity and global awareness.
Computational thinking concepts: abstraction, decomposition, pattern recognition, testing and debugging.
Physical computing with Hummingbirds, Phidgets, Arduino, and Raspberry Pi. (or willingness to learn)
Programming block based and script (preferably python)
Robotics design, build and program with a focus on VEX Robotics Digital Media Digital 2D and 3D Graphics
Digital Image Manipulation
Digital Video Composition and Editing
Digital 2D and 3D Animation
Creating for Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality
Game Design
App Design
Web Design
Digital Music and Sound Design
Media Marketing and Design
Software: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe InDesign, iMovie (or similar), Garage band (or similar), Blender, Unity, Unreal
Please visit our website for more information about each option courseApplication Package Requirements Cover Letter
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Names and contact information of three references, two of which must be current or very recent supervisors. To Apply: Create online portfolio with Apply to Education HERE
Submit application for desired job in online portal
While we appreciate all applications received, only people selected for an interview will be contacted.