Upper School STEM Teacher (Grades 6–12)

CSS • Full-Time • Reports to Upper School Director

About the Role

CSS is seeking an innovative and passionate educator to join our Upper School faculty as a full-time STEM Teacher for grades 6–12. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, student-centered teacher who thrives on hands-on, project-based learning and wants to play a meaningful role in advancing our STEM program.

The primary focus of this role is technology and engineering — designing and delivering curriculum that challenges students to think like engineers, build real-world solutions, and develop fluency with modern tools and systems. The position also incorporates foundational science and math concepts as they connect to and support the technology/engineering strand. Candidates with industry backgrounds in engineering, technology, or computer science are strongly encouraged to apply.

The ideal candidate brings a broad STEM skill set and is energized by the challenge of designing authentic, real-world learning experiences for adolescents. This position reports directly to the Upper School Director and/or Assistant Division Director.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in engineering, technology, computer science, or a related STEM field; industry experience in engineering or technology welcomed in lieu of or alongside a teaching background
• Demonstrated ability to design and teach technology and/or engineering curriculum, including hands-on, design-thinking, or maker-based approaches
• Experience teaching middle or high school students (grades 6–12 preferred); familiarity with supporting science and math concepts a plus
• Deep familiarity with 21st-century STEM instruction trends for adolescent learners, including areas such as coding, CAD, robotics, or electronics
• Strong skills in project-based learning, collaboration, communication, and educational technology
• An innovative, growth-oriented mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement

Roles and Responsibilities

Curriculum & Instruction

• Design and deliver a differentiated, globally integrated STEM curriculum with a primary focus on technology and engineering — including design thinking, applied problem-solving, and real-world project work — supported by foundational science and math concepts
• Take a student-centered approach, providing responsive instruction and adjusting plans to meet the needs of individual learners
• Use a variety of assessment types to monitor student growth and provide regular, meaningful feedback
• Stay current on STEM instructional research and bring new approaches into the classroom

Community & Advising

• Potentially serve as an advisor for a group of 8–10 students, supporting their academic, extracurricular, social, and personal development and serving as the school’s primary liaison to their families
• Serve as an instructor in CSS’s signature experiential learning opportunities, both on campus and in the field, which may occasionally require travel
• Promote a culture of character, curiosity, and community in all student interactions, including consistent and fair enforcement of school expectations
• Be involved in the broader school community and contribute to our Community of Belonging in both formal and informal ways

Professional Responsibilities

• Attend all required faculty, department, and school-wide meetings
• Collaborate actively with colleagues and seek feedback in a spirit of continuous professional growth
• Complete grades, narrative comments, advisor letters, and other academic communications in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain accurate assessment records and communicate proactively with students and families about progress
• Know your students well — their developmental stages, academic strengths, and learning needs — and use that knowledge to inform instruction and relationships

Compensation

Salary is commensurate with experience, ranging from $48,000 to $63,000. CSS offers a competitive benefits package including health coverage and tuition remission for dependents enrolled at CSS.

How to Apply

Email cover letter, references and resume to: [email protected]

CSS is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive community