STEM Teacher, Academy at Middle Fork

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Working Title STEM Teacher, Academy at Middle Fork Location Winston-Salem, NC Position Number N12502 Department ASU/RCOE Lab School - 260850

Position Summary Information

Minimum Qualifications

• Two or four-year degree in a relevant field
• Must be able to pass a background check

License/Certification Required Essential Job Functions

The North Carolina General Assembly established the University of North Carolina System Laboratory School initiative to provide enhanced educational programming to improve student performance and to plan demonstration sites to prepare future teachers and school administrators. Appalachian State University operates the App State Academy at Middle Fork.

The STEM teacher will plan, organize, and implement an appropriate STEM instructional program that encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. The teacher will provide a broad range of teaching services that assist elementary students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed as a foundation for future interests and/or careers. The teacher will use a variety of instructional strategies to meet the academic, social, and behavioral needs of students.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliver STEM-oriented instruction through inquiry-based learning methods utilizing effective teaching strategies.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and performance assessments, which guide the learning process toward curriculum goals and student learning.
• Understand the developmental appropriateness of materials and differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
• Monitor the progress of students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
• Evaluate student performance on a regular basis using multiple assessment methods.
• Treat all students in a fair and equitable manner.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing clear expectations and procedures.
• Maintain effective classroom management that recognizes and addresses learning and behavior needs.
• Maintain positive and constructive communication with students and families.
• Attend professional development and training related to STEM programs and methodologies, staying abreast of current research.
• Adhere to staff expectations and handbooks.
• Maintain appropriate work habits, including regular and punctual attendance and appropriate use of planning time.
• Attend workshops, seminars, and conferences as well as staff meetings, PLT meetings, and other committee meetings as assigned.
• Respect the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, families, and teachers in accordance with accepted professional ethics and state and federal laws.
• Share responsibility during the school day for the supervision of students in areas of the school.
• Comply with state and federal education statutes, including the NC Code of Ethics for Educators.
• Adhere to the North Carolina Professional Teaching Standards.

Preferred Qualifications

Hold or be eligible for a NC teaching license in elementary education, K-6

Master's degree

3+ years of successful teaching experience

A degree in one of the following areas: Science Education, Math Education, or Elementary Education with specialization in STEM

National Board Certification

Work Schedule/Hours

Monday - Friday, 7:30 to 3:15

Number of Hours Per Week 29 Number of Months Per Year 10 Mandatory Staff No Physical Demands of Position

Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments. This work requires frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, and lifting a minimum of 50 pounds.

Hiring Range $40.00

Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date 08/06/2026 Closing Date 08/13/2026 Open Until Filled No Applicant Pool Preference External (Post on the Web) Special Instructions to Applicants Not Eligible for Visa Sponsorship VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/55573 Posting Number 201500979P

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

• License/Certification