Certified Teacher Application
Certified Teacher Application
Teacher Responsibilities
• Establish a culture of high expectations for all students
• Develop and implement inquiry curriculum and instructional practices consistent with established STEM Charter Academy instructional guidelines and Core Standards
• Actively engage all students in their learning
• Create productive and positive relationships with students and their families
• Be a master of classroom management
• Assess students’ learning regularly in accordance with school policy and established practices, examine student data, and refine instructional and classroom practices as needed
• Provide students and their families with regular and timely information on classroom activities and students’ progress
• Actively participate in professional development.
• Collaborate with other STEM Charter Academy teachers to improve own and others’ instructional practices; share best practices
• Track critical student information and maintain accurate student records
• Demonstrate commitment to, and support of, STEM Charter Academy’s mission, vision, value statements, practices, policies and procedures, operation instructions, confidentiality standards, and code of character
• Adhere to Idaho State Code of Ethics
Salary and benefits package is available and is based on experience. STEM Charter Academy is an equal opportunity employer.
Application Procedure: Persons wishing to be considered for a position should submit an application containing the following:
1. Letter of introduction stating personal qualifications, experiences, and reasons for interest in the position
2. Certified Employee Application (See pdf link at top of page)
3. Current letters of recommendation.
• Submit via US mail to:
Scott Thomson Executive Director
STEM Charter Academy
PO Box 434
Rathdrum, Idaho 83858
Qualifications - Candidates must:
• Be certified to teach in public schools, either in Idaho or in another state with a willingness to transfer certification to Idaho
• Meet or be willing to meet HQT requirements
• Maintain an unyielding commitment to students’ learning: No limits, no excuses
• Be determined to reflect on and improve instructional practice
• Thrive in an intellectually challenging and rewarding charter school environment
• Know how to manage data
• Be willing to sponsor and attend student activities outside of the classroom
• Possess multiple endorsements (preferred)
