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STEM K-5 Teacher

Young World Physical Education, Little Rock, AR, United States


STEM K-5 Teacher
Lisa Academy Charter Schools – LISA Academy West Elementary – Little Rock, Arkansas. (Open in Google Maps)

Job Details
Job ID:

5654886

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Apr 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

To Be Determined

Job Description
STEM Teacher (K–5) – Future Openings

LISA West Elementary | Little Rock

LISA West Elementary is seeking a

highly creative, driven STEM Teacher (K–5)

who understands that STEM is a

critical driver of student engagement, innovation, and retention in a charter environment .

This is

not a passive role —this position requires

initiative, vision, and instructional leadership .

We are looking for someone who will

bring energy to our building, showcase student innovation, and actively contribute to making our school a place families choose and stay.

Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, the STEM Teacher (K–5) will provide

hands‑on, engaging STEM instruction

to all elementary grade levels (Kindergarten through 5th grade), while also

leading school‑wide STEM initiatives and integration across all content areas .

This role extends beyond the classroom—the STEM teacher will serve as a

leader in innovation , helping both students and staff

think critically, solve problems, and apply learning in meaningful ways .

Key Responsibilities (Non‑Negotiables)
STEM Leadership & School Impact

Design and implement a

high‑quality K–5 STEM program aligned to school goals

Take ownership of

STEM visibility and culture across the building

Ensure STEM is

visible, celebrated, and integrated school‑wide

Support and lead

cross‑curricular STEM integration

Student Experience & Instruction

Teach STEM to students in

Kindergarten through 5th grade

Develop

hands‑on, inquiry‑based lessons

across science, engineering, and problem‑solving

Ensure lessons align with

school curriculum and academic expectations

Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners, including

SPED and diverse learners

Maintain a

structured, safe, and highly engaging classroom environment

School‑Wide Events & Showcases (Non‑Negotiable)
The STEM Teacher is responsible for

planning and executing ONE major event per quarter :

Quarter 1:

STEMTastic Night (September)

Quarter 2:

School STEM Fair

Quarter 3:

District STEM Fair Participation

Quarter 4:

Creative STEM Showcase/Event (teacher‑designed)

Each event must:

Showcase

multiple grade levels and student ability levels

Include

hands‑on family engagement

Highlight

student projects, innovation, and problem‑solving

Be

well‑organized, high‑quality, and aligned to school expectations

Include opportunities for

after‑school club students to present work

Instructional Leadership & Teacher Support

Lead and model how to

integrate STEM into all subject areas , including:

Literacy

Math

Science

Social Studies

Provide

practical strategies and support to teachers

Collaborate with teams to ensure

STEM is not isolated but embedded across instruction

Be creative while

maintaining alignment with school curriculum and expectations

Opportunities & Exposure

Actively seek out and submit student work to

STEM competitions and contests

Identify and bring in

external STEM opportunities, partnerships, or experiences

Expand student exposure to

real‑world STEM applications

After‑School Programming

Lead

TWO days of after‑school STEM clubs per week

Design clubs that are

hands‑on, innovative, and student‑centered

Use clubs to

deepen learning and build student interest in STEM fields

Professional Expectations

Maintain accurate records of

student progress and participation

Collaborate with staff and contribute to

school‑wide initiatives

Participate in

professional development and meetings

Uphold school expectations for

behavior, safety, and accountability

What We Are Looking For

Strong background in

STEM education and hands‑on learning

A

creative problem‑solver

who brings new ideas

Someone who

takes initiative and ownership —not someone who waits to be told what to do

Ability to

lead adults and support teachers instructionally

A

team player

committed to the school’s mission and vision

Passion for

student engagement, innovation, and excellence

Why This Role Matters
At LISA West, the STEM Teacher is

not just teaching a class —this role helps:

Drive student engagement through innovation

Support academic growth across all subjects

Strengthen school identity and culture

Increase family connection and retention

If you are

creative, driven, and ready to lead innovation , we want you on our team.

Position Type:

Full‑Time

Salary:

$50,000 Per Year

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Art

Job Requirements

Bachelor degree preferred.

Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

Necati Sahin

10825 Financial Centre Pkwy Suite 360

Little Rock, Arkansas 72211

Phone: (501)916‑9450

Email: sahin@lisaacademy.org

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