Discovery Lab Teacher (0.25 FTE) - Vacancy ID: 245183

Position Title: Discovery Lab Teacher (0.25 FTE)
Department/Location: Wauwatosa Montessori School
Job Classification: Professional Staff
Reports to: Principal

Anticipated Start Date: August 18, 2025
Anticipated Rate of Pay: Commensurate with experience

The Wauwatosa School District (WSD) is seeking candidates interested in serving as a Discovery Lab Teacher at Wauwatosa Montessori School.  This position will provide instruction in STEM principles, with a focus on engineering and design practices, to students in grades K through 8.  This role requires an innovative educator dedicated to collaborating with fellow teachers to enhance and expand STEM learning experiences for all students across the elementary school.  The Discovery Lab Teacher fosters a dynamic and engaging learning environment that encourages to explore, problem-solve, and develop critical thinking skills.

The teacher delivers quality instruction to District students, equipping and inspiring them to conquer their challenges now and in the future.

Please consider joining the Wauwatosa School District educational community by applying to be a Discovery Lab Teacher at Wauwatosa Montessori School.  Wauwatosa Montessori School serves approximately 173 students.

WSD is a high achieving, forward-thinking, and richly diverse public school district serving about 7,000 students and their families. WSD has a strong commitment to creating a sense of belonging for all students. We are focused on increasing the diversity of staff in our schools, and we encourage educators of all backgrounds to consider joining our amazing District.

WSD consists of 16 schools: 11 elementary, two middle schools, two high schools, a Montessori school, and a virtual school. These neighborhood schools are nestled in the charming suburb of Wauwatosa, about 15 minutes west of downtown Milwaukee and the shores of Lake Michigan. Our educational community’s long history of excellence has been recognized both regionally and nationally.

Wauwatosa School District is a connected, inclusive community of learners. We serve as active advocates to provide equitable access to excellent academic, co-curricular, and social-emotional learning opportunities that empower every student to thrive as passionate, productive, and creative citizens. In WSD, we believe relationships are at the core of the success of our students, teachers, and administrators. To achieve that success, our decisions are guided by our 2022-2025 Strategic Plan. The Strategic Plan is available for review at this link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SzX8XqH7fBAPFeH3Ezl6_Mja90bUxu5vSC1yQtuj0-w/edit?usp=sharing

The WSD Teacher job description is available for review at this link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zF6f8clb2nelu-Mvg-zxr_5ZMEWOU8OkADOlvH-JFzs/edit?usp=sharing