High School STEM Options - Design, Engineering and Computational Thinking

Join Our Team at STEM Innovation Academy

Are you eager to make a meaningful impact on the lives and education of future leaders in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math? At STEM Innovation Academy, we are seeking exceptional professionals to join our team and help us continue to build a program of excellence.

About Us

STEM Innovation Academy is a dynamic public charter school in Calgary, founded in September 2021. Our junior high campus serves over 450 students in grades 7-9, while our high school campus, launched in September 2022 in the University Innovation Quarter, has rapidly grown to host 710 students with plans to reach a capacity of 1,000 students.

Our mission is to inspire the next generation of knowledgeable creators, innovators, and responsible leaders. We believe every student has the potential to succeed in STEM and deserves access to cutting-edge education in science, math, and technology. At STEM Innovation Academy, staff and students thrive in a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration.

Join us and be part of shaping the future of STEM education!

Position Information

High School STEM Options (CTS) Teacher

Education And Experience

• Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate
• Bachelor of Education Degree or equivalent recognized by Alberta Education

Demonstrated Skills And Competencies

• Collaboratively work with CTS team members and learning leader to support Grade 10 -12 student learning in our STEM electives program.
• Ability to learn and develop as a professional.
• High level of organization and efficient project management; flexibility and adaptability in managing multiple class projects.
• Student-centered approach and a willingness to personalize learning to the needs of the student; provide formative and summative assessment to students on identified learning outcomes throughout the term.
• Foster positive relationships with students to create an atmosphere of trust and encouragement in the classroom.
• Commit to ongoing curriculum enhancements and development.
• Subject knowledge in Design and Engineering and/or Computational Thinking is required.

Design and Engineering Skills

Courses in the Engineering and Design strand focus on utilizing the design process to create innovative solutions to real-world problems. Students learn a variety of hands-on and digital skills and gain valuable prototyping and fabrication experience in our MIT Fab Lab, which connects students to their global peers via a network of 1750 labs in over 100 countries. Key features include:

• The design process/cycle and its application to student learning and problem solving.
• Basic fabrication skills.
• Rapid prototyping, 3D printing, CNC, and laser cutting (or willingness to learn).
• Software: TinkerCAD and Fusion 360.

Computational Thinking

Is a systematic approach to solving complex problems by breaking them down into a series of distinct steps. Solutions are presented in a form that can be effectively carried out by people or computers. Courses in the Computational Thinking strand involve students undertaking hands-on learning in computer programming and electronics to create smart design solutions.

• Computer science topics may include digital information, the internet, app design, variables, conditionals, functions, lists, loops, traversals, algorithms, parameters, return, libraries, data, cybersecurity, and global awareness.
• Computational thinking concepts: abstraction, decomposition, pattern recognition, testing, and debugging.
• Physical computing with Adafruit Circuit Playground, DJI Tello drones, Arduino, and Raspberry Pi (or willingness to learn).
• Programming: block-based and script.
• Robotics design, build, and program with either the VEX or First Tech Challenge.

Please visit our website for more information about each STEM options course.

Application Package Requirements

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Names and contact information of three references, two of which must be current or very recent supervisors.

Shortlisting and initial interviews scheduled for Spring 2025.

While we appreciate all applications received, only people selected for an interview will be contacted.