Science Outreach Coordinator at Nevada County Superintendent of Schools (NCSOS)
About the Employer
Welcome to Nevada County Superintendent of Schools – where your passion for education meets exceptional opportunities! As a vital part of our NCSOS organization, you'll find a diverse range of rewarding job opportunities that contribute to the success of multiple school districts and charter schools across the county. Our mission is to provide exemplary countywide leadership, facilitation, and support to create, sustain, and encourage high-quality educational programs for all students. With a commitment to high academic standards, safe and engaging learning environments, and fostering community partnerships, we are dedicated to preparing students for a future of success. Join a team that values hard work, offers career growth opportunities, and takes pride in creating a workplace that people are excited to be a part of. Nevada County Superintendent of Schools is the County Office of Education for Western Nevada County, California. We are a rural community located in the heart of the Sierra Foothills, situated between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe. Nevada County is a vibrant community that is ranked highly for its quality of life and offers a picturesque setting for both work and leisure. If you're passionate about making a difference in education, NCSOS is the golden opportunity you've been looking for!
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Science Outreach Coordinator will play a key role in a new collaborative educational and research project between Nevada County Superintendent of Schools (NCSOS) office, Sierra Streams Institute and the Center for Community and Citizen Science at the UC Davis School of Education. This project is being funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) for the years 2019-2022. The Science Outreach Coordinator will work closely with elementary teachers, school administrators, education researchers, and environmental educators to run a community-based citizen science education program with 3rd-5th grade classes in Nevada County. As part of this program, students will investigate their local forest health by collecting, analyzing, and sharing data on forest and fire ecology, and teachers will receive professional development programming that supports them in leading these investigations in or near their own schools, and aligning this work with science curriculum standards. The Coordinator will be based in the NCSOS office, however they will also regularly visit classrooms, field sites, and the Sierra Streams Institute to assist with the implementation of the program.
Requirements / Qualifications
Only complete applications with all required documents attached will be considered. The following attachments are required:
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) letters written within the last three (3) years)
- Resume
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - General Subjects (Must have authorization in Biological Sciences and/or Geoscience) OR Single Subject Teaching Credential - Biological Sciences (Specialized)
OR Single Subject Teaching Credential - Geoscience (Specialized)
Requirements / Qualifications
Only complete applications with all required documents attached will be considered. The following attachments are required:
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) letters written within the last three (3) years)
- Resume
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - General Subjects (Must have authorization in Biological Sciences and/or Geoscience) OR Single Subject Teaching Credential - Biological Sciences (Specialized)
OR Single Subject Teaching Credential - Geoscience (Specialized)
Comments and Other Information
This is a grant-funded position with resources available through 2022.
Please see the links located in the "Links Related To This Job" section for more detailed information on the position and program.
Comments and Other Information
This is a grant-funded position with resources available through 2022.
Please see the links located in the "Links Related To This Job" section for more detailed information on the position and program.
Application Deadline
2/10/2020 12:00 AM Pacific
Date Posted
10/22/2019
Contact
Sara Cory
530-478-6400 x2064
530-478-6400 x2064
Number of Openings
1
Add'l Salary Info
$29.63 (Step 1) - $35.87 (Step 5) per hour, DOE. Non-negotiable maximum for initial placement (step 3) $32.60 per hour.
Length of Work Year
260 paid days; 20 hours per week
Employment Type
Part Time
First Review of Applications
11/5/2019
Work Hours
20 Hours per week
Location(s)
NCSOS Main Office in Grass Valley, CA
Start Date
ASAP
Test
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Retirement System
CalSTRS
Employment Benefits
Vacation accrual, prorated health benefits, employee assistance program, and wellness program