Position Type: Elementary Teaching/Teacher

Date Posted: 8/8/2025

Location: Multiple Locations Available

District: Ann Arbor Public Schools

POSITION TITLE: Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Launch Teacher

FTE: 1.0

POSITION LOCATION: Bryant Elementary School and Pattengill Elementary School

SALARY: Teachers Salary Schedule

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Building Principal QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The following is a list of qualifications for the position, any one of which may be waived by the Board in exercising its prerogative to determine qualifications.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Posses a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate Elementary school Teaching experience preferred Project Lead the Way Teaching experience preferred Demonstrated success working with historically underachieving students and closing achievement gap(s) Be recognized as a collaborative instructional team member Demonstrated proficiency with instructional techniques such as: Workshop teaching methods Word Generation Reading Apprenticeship Project based learning including Project Lead The Way Text-based discussions Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) Instructional uses of assessment data Differentiated teaching methods in all content areas Integration of content area instruction Have demonstrated skillfulness collecting and analyzing data for instructional purposes including report cards, NWEA, SRI, MEAP/Mi-STEP, etc. Have daily experience implementing Developmental Designs techniques

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Under the direction of Principal, direct and implement the PLTW Launch Curriculum. Plan instructional resources and support functions of the STEAM/PLTW curriculum to enhance student learning and achievement; provide consultation and professional development activities to administrators, staff and faculty to enhance the educational effectiveness of students in the areas of science, technology, engineering, fine arts and math. Ensure that STEAM activities are responsive to student needs: implement the PLTW Launch curriculum with fidelity working with students on effective and safe use of technology, specifically as it relates to technology as a learning tool Support students in developing a responsible, effective online presence through social media Support fully a commitment to addressing the achievement gap for students of color, students living in poverty and English Learners through STEAM activities while increasing the achievement of all students Establish and maintain liaisons with districts, universities, outside agencies, organizations, and other partners Plan, design, develop, implement, coordinate and conduct training and professional development activities for faculty, staff and administrators in Project Based Learning, STEAM, and Project Lead The Way Ensure that STEAM activities are responsive to educator needs: Make connections with outside schools and resources that might assist teachers in providing the best STEAM resources to support our students. Seek out opportunities for administration, staff, parents and students to connect with schools around the globe for distance learning projects and discussions Participate in the district STEAM initiatives and PLC

Communicate regularly with parents, business partners and community members outside normal classroom day by means of teacher developed website, email, phone calls, conferences, etc. Promote PLTW programming in all facets of communication Participate in flexible scheduling to collaborate with all departments Regular and reliable attendance OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Knowledge or experience in Project Lead the Way Skill in implementing effective professional development activities Deep knowledge of principles, theories, standards, practices, strategies and procedures involved in project based learning and STEAM integration Knowledge of curriculum standards and application in subject or instructional areas including science, technology, engineer, arts, and math Good judgment, flexibility, creativity and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others Ability to effectively manage a large project with multiple partners Ability to multi-task and work independently with little direction Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing Demonstrated ability to meet schedules and time lines Advanced skill in preparing and presenting a variety of reports and materials Demonstrate interdisciplinary thinking and instruction Demonstrate open-ended critical thinking and problem solving Demonstrate a willingness to use and develop technology tools that promote shared problem solving and inquiry Demonstrate instructional understanding of higher order questioning skills; apply these skills to advance rigor and relevancy of instruction/learning as needed PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. The employee is directly responsible for safety, well-being, or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.

Ann Arbor Public Schools is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ann Arbor Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

METHOD OF APPLICATION: All applicants must complete the online application at A2schools.org --> District Links --> Job Postings.

Certified Positions Only: Copies of an active Michigan Teaching Certificate and college transcripts are required with application packet. Original certificate and certified transcripts are required prior to being hired.