Design Thinking Teacher

Company: Northeast Academy for Aerospace & Advanced Tec
Location: Elizabeth City
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Reports to: Principal Employment: 10 months POSITION PURPOSE Northeast Academy for Aerospace and Advanced Technologies is a public regional STEM school. Our coaches facilitate learning through hands-on, project and problem based instruction thoughtfully designed to challenge students. We encourage and support each other to think differently, creatively, and purposefully about teaching and learning, keeping with the idea that we’re all teachers, we’re all learners, and we all have potential for high intellectual and professional growth throughout our lives. Teachers in innovative schools have a commitment to ensure that every student graduates from high school ready for college, careers, and life. Through rigorous teaching and learning based on high expectations along with extensive, onsite coaching, teachers foster a culture of collaborative inquiry providing students with the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) knowledge, skills, and dispositions that will enable them to participate fully in the technologically-rich, contemporary society. NEAAAT teachers are positive, enthusiastic, and proactive educators with a demonstrated passion for working with middle and high school age students. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Essential Job Functions Plan, prepare, and deliver rigorous engaging lessons in ways that build upon individual strengths and offer students maximum opportunities to participate in the planning and direction of their own learning experience Engage all students in learning using a contextual project based instructional format Lead students to develop soft skills, including critical thinking, problem solving, communication, and collaboration skills Utilize technology to facilitate instruction and maximize student learning Employ a variety of assessment tools and strategies to measure student progress toward learning, college and career goals Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs Counsel students through service as an Advisor in the Advisory Program Promote high expectations and the skills needed for success beyond high school Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs Promote family support of students’ learning experience within the context of multicultural understanding and competencies Promote and enhance the instructional program by leveraging home, school, and community partnerships to address barriers to learning and achievement Develop and provide training and educational programs that address the goals and mission of the educational institution Demonstrate personal commitment to professional growth through participation in professional learning activities Contributes as a member of a high performing team Performs other duties as assigned and as necessary to fulfill the day-to-day needs of the school Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Strong academic foundation with the ability to integrate STEM across content areas Understanding of the emotional and social development of children and the influences of family, community, and cultural differences on student success Familiarity with current trends and leading innovations in education Ability to work effectively in a collegial, team-centered environment Intrinsically motivated and dedicated to continuous professional and personal growth Ability to effectively engage parents and community in the learning process Represents the school positively in the community. Excellent organizational skills and communication skills, both written and oral Understands the critical nature of building positive working relationships with students, parents and colleagues Effective in integrating technology into the classroom to enhance learning Minimum Training & Experience Bachelor’s degree in education or related field; Master’s degree or higher preferred Minimum of three years experience as a middle or high school teacher preferred NC Professional Educator’s License preferred, but not required; Must be eligible to obtain license within 3 years Possess a deep commitment to serve the needs of students and families who are first generation college goers and those typically underrepresented in postsecondary education and STEM fields Benefits State Retirement Plan State Health Insurance State Salary Schedule & Local Supplement Supplemental Insurance & 401k Plans Available Professional Development Family Atmosphere Travel Opportunities DISCLAIMER The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor at any time

Keywords: Northeast Academy for Aerospace & Advanced Tec, Newport News , Design Thinking Teacher, Education / Teaching , Elizabeth City, Virginia