STEAM Teacher (DVE) SY 26-27

Company: Summit School District Region 1
Location: Dillon
Posted on: April 4, 2026

Job Description:

Elementary STEAM Teacher (Art Engineering Innovation Specialist) Position Summary The Elementary STEAM Teacher designs and delivers an innovative STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) program that integrates artistic creativity with engineering and problem-solving. This position provides students with hands-on learning experiences that foster creativity, design thinking, collaboration, and real-world problem solving. The STEAM program balances artistic expression with engineering design , ensuring students complete at least one significant art-based project each quarter while engaging in standards-aligned STEM and engineering challenges throughout the year . This teacher works collaboratively with classroom teachers to connect projects to grade-level learning and supports the school’s mission of developing creative, bilingual, and innovative problem solvers. Essential Responsibilities STEAM Instruction Teach weekly STEAM classes to elementary students (K–5). Implement hands-on engineering and STEM projects aligned with grade-level science and math standards. Integrate design thinking and the engineering design process (ask, imagine, plan, create, improve). Develop lessons that blend creativity, experimentation, and real-world problem solving . Art Integration Design and teach at least one major art project per quarter . Teach foundational art skills such as: drawing color theory sculpture mixed media design Connect art to engineering through projects such as: kinetic sculptures architectural models product design environmental art maker projects Project-Based Learning Facilitate inquiry-driven, project-based learning experiences where students: design solutions build prototypes test ideas iterate on designs Guide students through collaborative projects and reflection on the design process. Engineering & STEM Experiences Students may engage in projects such as: building bridges and structures designing simple machines robotics and coding basics environmental engineering challenges renewable energy experiments maker-space design challenges Collaboration Partner with grade-level teachers to connect STEAM projects to classroom content. Support interdisciplinary learning across science, math, literacy, and social studies. Collaborate with other specials teachers and school leadership to build a cohesive program. STEAM Space & Materials Maintain and organize STEAM classroom materials and tools. Manage equipment such as: maker materials art supplies engineering kits robotics tools Ensure safe use of tools and materials. Student Engagement Foster curiosity, creativity, and perseverance. Support students in developing problem-solving, collaboration, and innovation skills . Encourage risk-taking, iteration, and learning from mistakes.

Keywords: Summit School District Region 1, Denver , STEAM Teacher (DVE) SY 26-27, Education / Teaching , Dillon, Colorado