The Utah State Board of Education (USBE) is looking for an innovative,collaborative,and evidence-based Elementary Science & STEM Education Specialist to envision and oversee elementary science and STEM initiatives for our agency. The elementary Science and STEM Specialist plans,develops,promotes,implements,and evaluates programs in this area and provides statewide training for education stakeholders of all levels,including school districts and charter schools,other state agencies,and the public. They will also coordinate with universities,and other educational institutions to improve the pre-service and in-service education of teachers and administrators.  

Principal Duties As an Elementary Science and STEM education Specialist,you will:  

• Collaborate with science leaders in finding coherence across various projects
• Review and approve educator endorsements in elementary science and STEM
• Collaborate with stakeholders in designing,implementing,reviewing,and updating Science with Engineering Education (SEEd) Standards 
• Use LEA input to identify project priorities,resources and timelines
• Facilitate professional development workshops for a variety of purposes and stakeholder groups
• Find the intersection of various stakeholder groups needs in crafting policy
• Implement the Strategic Plan of the Utah State Board of Education in Utah s science and STEM communities
• Serve on various boards,councils,committees and task forces to coordinate USBE efforts
• Travel to various locations for professional development and/or professional meetings
• Create professional learning,resources,and supports around the Science with Engineering Education (SEEd) Standards
• Engage and support LEA communities from a variety of backgrounds,locations,and cultures both in-person and remotely
• Ensure that the lens of equity is used across all initiatives.
• Build the capacity of science leaders across the state and leverage those leaders in creating supportive networks.
• Collaborate with Institutions of Higher Education to ensure fluency of messaging/instruction.
• Manage state website with up-to-date vetted resources.

The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will possess:  

• A Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field of study
• A current level 2 or 3 Utah State Board of Education license with a Science or Elementary STEM Endorsement
• Experience in administration
• Coaching and/or administrative experience in science and STEM education
• At least 5 years of classroom teaching experience 
• Experience implementing Phenomena-Based,Three-Dimensional Science Pedagogy 

Preference(s)

• A Master's degree in education with a concentration in science or STEM
• A Doctorate degree in education with a concentration in science or STEM

Why You Should Join Our Team This is your chance to join an exceptional team that is committed to the education of students in the State of Utah. A flexible schedule,priority of family and health,and a collaborative team environment are some of the things you can enjoy while working for the USBE. Additionally,you will receive an excellent compensation package which includes paid time off,retirement plan options,and a variety of medical insurance plans.  The Agency Click here to learn more about the strategic plan and the Utah State Board of Education.