<p>TITLE: TECHNOLOGY/ENGINEERING SPECIALIST, GRADES 5-8 STARTING DATE: Beginning September 2, 2025 (183 day School Calendar) REPORTS TO: Director of Academic Programs GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Plan, teach, and evaluate assigned courses designed to meet the Massachusetts Science, Technology, and Engineering Frameworks. Perform those tasks associated with the teaching profession in general. Collaborate with and support the work of Science and Math classroom teachers. Inspire middle school students in all aspects of Science, Math, Technology, and Engineering for future course and career pathways. Become especially responsive to the needs of students enrolled in our middle schools and make a constructive effort to serve the needs of our students through extracurricular activities and clubs. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</p> <p>1.Plan, organize, and provide appropriate learning experiences within the assigned area of responsibility. 2.Establish and maintain an instructional atmosphere conducive to learning. 3.Complete assigned Project Lead the Way (PLTW) training and incorporate PLTW lessons. 4.Identify and explain the steps of the engineering design process. 5.Demonstrate appropriate application of interdisciplinary instruction. 6.Apply a variety of teaching techniques to the delivery of instruction. 7.Evaluate students' academic and social growth, keep appropriate records and prepare progress reports. 8.Perform all required duties (i.e. supervision, attendance taking, student/parent conferences, department/staff meetings, professional development, etc.). 9.Maintain up-to-date and accurate records necessary for the effective management of the school program. 10.Responsible for delivering appropriate accommodations and services for all students. 11.Participate in professional development activities that align with school-wide educational goals. 12.Adhere to the requirements of the Educator Evaluation System. 13.Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal, Director and, Team Administrator.</p> <p>QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <p>1.Bachelor's degree in STEM or related field. 2.MA DESE license in STEM -related fields at the appropriate grade-level 3.Computer literate. 4.Demonstrated proficiency in the execution of 2016 MA Science and Technology/Engineering Frameworks 5.Familiar with Science, Technology/Engineering MCAS test items 6.Demonstrated proficiency in the implementation of the Massachusetts Digital Literacy and Computer Science Curriculum Framework (DLCS). 7.Experience instructing at the middle school level preferred. 8.Ability to draw interdisciplinary connections between science, engineering, math, and technical fields. 9.Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a caring, positive, and constructive manner and specifically with students, teachers, school administrators, parents, and volunteers.</p> <p>Quincy Public Schools strives to create an inclusive and racially affirming environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Join the team and be part of a dynamic multicultural community. Thank you for your interest in joining our professional team. Quincy Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, or handicap, in its educational activities or employment practice as required by Title IX of the 1972 Federal Education Amendments, by Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act and by Chapter 622 of the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.</p>