Overview
K-8 STEM Educator Jobs in Harrisburg, PA at Independent School
Do you believe science should spark wonder?
Do you get excited when students ask questions nobody knows the answer to?
Are you the kind of educator who wants to build something, not just maintain it?
A mission-driven independent school is seeking an exceptional full-time K–8 STEM Educator to lead our science program and help expand a growing STEM vision that encourages curiosity, creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
This is an opportunity for an educator who loves both teaching and designing meaningful learning experiences. You’ll teach an engaging science curriculum across grade levels while helping shape the future of STEM education in a collaborative, student-centered environment.
What Makes This Role Special
We believe students learn best when they are actively engaged in exploring, questioning, designing, creating, and discovering. We know our students well, challenge them academically, and support them as individuals.
You’ll join a talented and collaborative faculty that enjoys working together, sharing ideas, and continually improving practice. We are building a school where students learn to think deeply, solve problems creatively, and develop the skills they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
We are looking for someone who:
- Brings positivity, energy, and intellectual curiosity to their work
- Loves science and helping students make sense of the world around them
- Creates rigorous learning experiences that challenge students to think critically
- Encourages innovation, experimentation, and productive struggle
- Builds strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues
- Sees STEM as a mindset, not simply a subject
- Is excited by the opportunity to grow and help shape a program
Responsibilities
- Teach science to students in grades K–8
- Implement and continuously strengthen an engaging science curriculum
- Design inquiry-based, hands-on learning experiences
- Expand STEM opportunities throughout the school community
- Collaborate with colleagues to integrate STEM across disciplines
- Foster a classroom culture of curiosity, creativity, and high expectations
- Help students develop problem-solving, collaboration, and critical-thinking skills
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
- Experience teaching science, STEM, elementary, or middle school students
- Strong content knowledge and enthusiasm for science education
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Growth mindset and willingness to innovate
- Passion for helping young people develop confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning
Why Join Us?
- Small class sizes
- Supportive and collaborative colleagues
- Opportunity to help shape and grow a STEM program
- Leadership that values innovation and professional growth
- A warm, mission-driven community
- The chance to make a meaningful impact on students every day
This position is ideal for an educator who combines strong academics with a sense of wonder—someone who wants students to ask great questions, think deeply, take intellectual risks, and see themselves as scientists, engineers, creators, and problem-solvers.
Pay: $55,000.00 – $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Title: K-8 STEM Educator
Company: Independent School
Location: Harrisburg, PA
