POSITION DETAILS:

Assignment Term: 2026-2027 school year

POSITION: Academic Specialist - Science

REPORTS TO: Site Principal

LOCATION: Madroña Academy of the Arts and Sciences

HOURS: 10 hours/week

Salary: Salary based on work experience.

Benefits: This position is an exempt position and does not offer benefits.

Description: Along with classroom teachers, prepare and facilitate science lessons and instruction. Work includes in-person support for physical science and STEM labs lessons and planning. Provides leadership and participates in programs and activities that promote diversity, equity and inclusion. This is a part-time exempt employee position. Certificated specialist desired, but not required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

JOB DUTIES:

1. Prepare and facilitate science lessons aligned with curriculum standards.
2. Support integration of STEM concepts into general education classrooms.
3. Lead hands-on physical science and STEM lab activities.
4. Provide direct instruction to small groups or whole classes as needed.
5. Assist in developing engaging, inquiry-based science lesson.
6. Adapt materials to support diverse learners and instructional goals.
7. Contribute to a culturally responsive learning environment.
8. Participate in initiatives and activities that support diversity, equity, and inclusion in science education.
9. Participate in team meetings and collaborative planning sessions.
10. Serve as a resource for science instructional strategies and materials.
11. Set up, maintain, and manage science lab materials and equipment.
12. Monitor student progress and provide feedback to classroom teachers.
13. Provide input on program development and instructional improvements.
14. Support school-wide science events, fairs, or STEM nights.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from high school or equivalency.

JOB COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

1. Fundamental principles, methods and procedures of operating computers and peripheral equipment;
2. Fundamentals in classroom behavior management and support; classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct;
3. Applicable laws, codes, policies and regulations related to assigned activities.
4. Computer hardware systems and software applications utilized by the District.