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POST DATE:  May 23, 2008

Anticipated Vacancy Circular # 4,   2008-2009

(Contingent upon availability of funds)

Position:       Instructional Program Coordinator, 2 positions

Location:     NYC Center for Space Science, 220 Henry St, New York, NY  10002

Eligibility:     Minimum of 3 years of satisfactory science teaching experience  or equivalent Advanced Degree in Science or Science Education

                        Position is one year – renewal based on funding and performance

Selection Criteria:

·        Extensive expertise in science instruction at the elementary, middle or high school level

·        Excellent public speaking and facilitation skills

·        The ability to develop, plan and implement diverse types of science programs for school children (4th – 12th grade), teachers and private organizations within the city

·        Self starter with the ability to be very flexible with work schedules

·        Excellent organizational, oral, written communication and technological skills

·        Willingness to travel to schools and meetings throughout the city

·        Willingness to work occasional Saturday’s, summer and evening hours (additional compensation will be provided)

·        Excellent record of attendance and punctuality

·        Knowledge regarding current research and research practices of urban science education, with specific regard for space science.

Duties and Responsibilities:

·        Organize, coordinate, and run instructional programs for students in both public and private schools in grades 4th – 12th

·        Work collaboratively with Director and other Program Coordinators to develop and revise curriculum for the instructional programs at the Center. 

·        Work with Director and other Program Coordinators to plan and implement professional development programs for science teachers in NYC public schools.

·        Work collaboratively with Director, other Program Coordinators, The National Challenger Organization and other staff to operate all aspects of maintaining the Center.

·        Work with other staff to document, reflect upon, publish and give presentations about the work done at the Center at various conferences and meetings. 

·        Maintain daily operational needs of Center.

·        Work with Director to create promotional and marketing materials for Center

Hours/Work Year:  Work schedule follows a school work year schedule as per UFT regulations & 8:00 – 4:00 p.m. daily.

Salary:  As Per UFT Collective Bargaining Agreement

Application:  Send cover letter and resume no later than June 6 to:          

Mail:   Megan Roberts, Director
NYC Center for Space Science
220 Henry St.
New York, New York 10002

e-mail: mrobert2@schools.nyc.gov

fax:      212.608.7071

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