Middle School DREAM Lab Coordinator

Founded in 1888, The Baldwin School is a non-sectarian college preparatory, independent day school, pk-12, dedicated to a tradition of excellence in the education of girls. In a nurturing atmosphere, where the population reflects socioeconomic, ethnic and religious diversity, our girls strive to develop scholarship, leadership and citizenship within a community that emphasizes intellectual rigor, ethical integrity, and independence of thought. More information is available on our website www.baldwinschool.org.

Middle School DREAM Lab® Coordinator

The Middle School DREAM Lab® Coordinator serves as a teacher and facilitator within our unique STEAM focused Makerspace.

• Teaches 4-5 sections of Middle School STEAM classes.
• Prepares lessons, materials and tools for hands on lessons and activities.
• Assesses student performance based on regular observation and student reflections
• Manages Makerspace equipment and tools, regular maintenance, and repairs.
• Maintains a safe, productive space accessible to all students.
• Serves as Technology Student Association (TSA) advisor.
• Works to assist colleagues with integration of technology and hands on learning throughout the Middle School.
• Seeks to grow and develop more hands on and experiential learning within the Middle School as a whole.

 Teaching experience is expected, particularly at the Middle School level.  In addition to the ability to teach the subject material effectively, engage students positively, and interact productively with colleagues and parents, the successful candidate will have a knowledge of and strong facility in supporting students with reading, writing, research and technology skills.

Qualifications

• BA in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or related experience.
• 1-5 years of teaching experience.

 The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in makerspace environments
• Experience with a range of 3D design tools such as SketchUp, AutoCad, TinkerCad, etc.
• Willingness to learn new skills as the field changes.
• An understanding of Design Thinking and/or Project-based Learning.