STEM Education Coordinator
Job Description
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
Posting Summary
Working Title
STEM Education Coordinator
Role Title
Education Support Spec III
Role Code
29144-FP
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
04
Position Number
280R0008
Agency
Northern VA Community College
Division
NV280-Provost Information and Engineering Technologies
Work Location
Alexandria - 510
Hiring Range
$75,000 - $85,000
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
B-Professional
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Yes
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Typically M-F 8:30am – 5:00pm with occasional week nights and weekends for programmatic needs.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
General Description of Position:
The STEM Coordinator leads STEM outreach activities with an emphasis on the development of curriculum for summer programs and STEM EXPOs that provide participants with opportunities to explore STEM fields through hands-on activities. This position is responsible for coordinating STEM outreach in northern Virginia with regional partners.
The STEM Coordinator leads STEM outreach activities with an emphasis on the development of curriculum for summer programs and STEM EXPOs that provide participants with opportunities to explore STEM fields through hands-on activities. This position is responsible for coordinating STEM outreach in northern Virginia with regional partners.
Duties and Tasks:
- Facilitates and coordinates STEM integration programming at elementary, secondary, postsecondary, and adult levels.
- Responsible for development and extension of school, higher education, and business partnerships in STEM.
- Develops hands-on curriculum for programs, such as summer STEM camps, Fab Lab activities, career exploration opportunities, expositions, and workshops.
- Coordinates STEM activities and professional development, which are being delivered to faculty, teachers, and students.
- Serves one or more of the NOVA area school divisions and may be called upon to engage in state activities.
- Plan, implement and assess outreach events.
- Recruit program participants and volunteer for NOVA SySTEMic activities and community STEM related events.
- Facilitates, develops, and coordinates NOVA SySTEMics outreach activities, including – as appropriate – STEM integration at all educational levels, STEM camps, Fab Lab activities, career exploration opportunities and workshops as well as STEM competitions and professional development to participating faculty, teachers, and students.
- Lead curriculum development for STEM programs, such as summer STEM camps, Fab Lab activities, career exploration opportunities, expositions, and workshops
- Work throughout the Northern Virginia region and work with instructional teams – as appropriate – to create effective STEM learning experiences for students, developing partnerships in STEM, plan, implement and assess outreach events and recruit participants and volunteers for STEM related events.
- Reports to the Director of NOVA SySTEMic and is expected to work collaboratively and effectively with a diverse college community.
SPECIAL ASSISNMENTS
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
**This position is restricted and is funded with non-continuous or non-recurring funding and is subject to continuation based on fiscal year funds and the needs of the College.
**This position is restricted and is funded with non-continuous or non-recurring funding and is subject to continuation based on fiscal year funds and the needs of the College.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
Required KSAs:
- Ability to Interact and maintain productive relationships with students, faculty, corporations, and community agencies.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Skilled in planning and coordination of activities.
- Excellent presentation and strong organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to follow a budget, track data, and maintain inventory.
- Knowledge of STEM pedagogy and educational programming.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Knowledge or expertise in one or more STEM field(s).
- Experience teaching, in a formal or informal professional setting, in a STEM or related field.
- Experience leading engineering educational programs (e.g. robotics, engineering technology, makerspace).
- Experience developing curriculum for STEM educational programs (e.g. classroom, camp, teacher PD, makerspace).
- Experience with planning and coordinating STEM activities.
Additional Considerations:
- Knowledge or expertise in engineering or engineering technology.
- Experience teaching or training students or adults, in a formal or informal professional setting, in a STEM or related field.
- Experience developing curriculum for STEM educational programs (e.g. classroom, camp, teacher PD, makerspace).
- Experience in both secondary and post secondary education.
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
n/a
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
CLS_2820P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
02/22/2024
Job Close Date
03/14/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Agency Website
www.nvcc.edu
Contact Name
Email
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealths Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information
Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.
At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVAs commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit our website.
NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.
We strive to ensure our employees have the tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVAs mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu.
The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVAs Annual Security Reports.
one telework day a week after probation period
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidates offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealths Statement of Economic Interest.
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
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