Position Type:
Elementary Teaching/Teacher
Date Posted:
7/27/2026
Location:
Multiple Locations Available
District:
Ann Arbor Public Schools
POSITION TITLE: Elementary STEAM/Project Lead The Way Instructor
FTE: 1.0
POSITION LOCATION: Multiple Elementary Buildings
EFFECTIVE: 2026/27 school year
SALARY: Teachers Salary Schedule
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Building Principals
QUALIFICATION 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/or EXPERIENCE:
Possess a valid Michigan Elementary K-5 or K-8 S.C. Teaching Certificate
Possess work experience with elementary students.
Must submit evidence, at time of interview, of highly qualified status as defined through NCLB.
PLTW Certification Preferred but not required
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Principal, direct and implement the PLTW 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.
Essential Duties:
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Provide STEAM content leadership for the schools servicing
Fully support 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 Teacher Learning Network
Ensure that STEAM activities are responsive to student needs:
Implement the PLTW Launch curriculum with fidelity.
Work 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
Perform other related duties as assigned
Knowledge, 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, engineering, 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 timelines
Advanced skill in preparing and presenting a variety of reports and materials
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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up
to 50 lbs such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts. 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.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
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 relevance of instruction/learning as needed
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. Duties are performed indoors and occasionally
outdoors.
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
