This opportunity is curated through the UF TESI Environmental Leaders Network. Opportunities posted through the Network may not be affiliated with the Florida Museum or TESI, but are shared with UF undergraduate students who want to learn more about environmental research, education and outreach, and civic engagement.
Host Organization
Scientist in Every Florida School, UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute
Type of position
Paid job, full-time
Position description
The K-12 education and outreach scientist will be hired to work as a member of the SEFS team to ensure Florida’s teachers and students are provided quality instructional support to help meet our institute’s goals. They will be responsible for virtual and in-person classroom visits to provide Florida sunshine state standard-aligned lessons; generate and lead science content livestream events at the request of teachers; meet with internal and external stakeholders to promote and assist in growing the program; innovate through lesson planning to connect content with students and support teachers’ instruction; and performing other relevant tasks as requested by TESI/SEFS leadership. This position will primarily be located in Marion County.
Qualifications
Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred qualifications:
- Florida Department of Education teaching certificate (Professional or Temporary)
- At least one year of experience in K-12 school outreach
- Familiar with research-based teacher pedagogy and science communication strategies
- At least two years of work experience teaching outdoors
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Highly organized and able to work independently
- Ability to work on deadlines
Remote or in-person
In-person
Deadline to Apply
January 31, 2023
For questions, contact:
Brian Abramowitz, Babramowitz@floridamuseum.ufl.edu