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Aerospace Scholars Education Specialist
Universities Space Research Association (USRA), a non-profit consortium of universities, seeks a K-12 Education Specialist for a full-time exempt position in the Houston, Texas area. Candidate will work with NASA and education partners to coordinate, implement, and facilitate interactive STEM workshops and educational experiences for middle school students and teachers. Candidate will also facilitate and support secondary and undergraduate student programs and public outreach activities. The successful candidate will possess the ability to work cooperatively and professionally with multiple teams and diverse groups to attract and retain students in STEM disciplines by promoting literacy and awareness of NASA’s mission.
Successful candidate will possess excellent computer and software skills; experience writing web-based science education curriculum; excellent communication skills (written and verbal); knowledge and experience using national and state educational standards; experience with evaluation of education programs. Demonstrated knowledge of NASA space program and resources and experience delivering outreach programs to the public is highly desirable.
A Bachelor’s degree in education, science, or mathematics; three years of professional experience teaching science or mathematics in grades K-12, is required.
Salary is commensurate with experience and capabilities; excellent benefits program. Applicants should submit a resume, letter of interest, and 3 professional references to resume@hou.usra.edu. Review of candidates will begin immediately with a hiring decision in the early fall. Additional information on USRA and the Education Programs Office can be found at www.usra.edu and www.epo.usra.edu.
Universities Space Research Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer.