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University of Alaska is hiring an ANSEP Acceleration Academy Education Facilitator - Bethel. The role supports up to 100 high school students at the Bethel site of the Alaska Native Science & Engineering Program (ANSEP), combining direct supervision, academic coaching, and STEM-focused extracurricular programming. The facilitator works with site leadership and staff to keep the program safe, academically focused, and supportive.

Highlights

Supervise high school students directly at the Bethel Acceleration site, keeping the learning environment safe and productive and ensuring student safety on and off campus.
Provide academic support, including tutoring and time management coaching, and give students constructive feedback to build their success.
Plan, facilitate, and implement extracurricular activities and programming focused on STEM classes, life skills, and other school subjects.
Work with site leadership and staff toward program goals, using behavior management, conflict resolution, and sound judgment while maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality.
Respond effectively to incidents and emergencies and drive an ANSEP vehicle, including a 15-passenger van, which requires a valid Alaska driver's license with three years of clean driving record and a minimum age of 21.
Bachelor's degree in a STEM or education field plus two years of progressively responsible experience related to school-aged children.
At least one year of management experience in a school or youth development program, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Preferred qualifications include teaching certification, current CPR with AED/First Aid certification, and experience working with rural and/or Indigenous Alaska populations.
Full-time, 9-month term staff position running early August to mid-May on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 79, with a 38% geographic differential, reviewed annually for contract renewal.

ANSEP Acceleration Academy Education Facilitator - Bethel Full Description

ANSEP Acceleration Academy Education Facilitator - Bethel

Staff Full-time - Grade 79 (38% GeoDiff) - UAA Office of the Provost

Join the Alaska Native Science & Engineering Program (ANSEP) as an Education Facilitator at our Bethel location! In this vital role, you'll empower school-aged children by providing direct supervision, academic coaching, and engaging STEM-focused programming. Be a key part of fostering a supportive learning environment and guiding students toward success in college and future STEM careers.

At ANSEP, we are dedicated to transforming education and career pathways for all students, with a special focus on supporting Indigenous Alaska students. Our mission is to increase representation of Indigenous people in STEM and other high-demand fields through a model that begins in middle school and continues through graduate school and into the workforce. Working at ANSEP means joining a team committed to excellence and opportunity - where we empower students to achieve their full potential and create lasting change for Alaska and beyond.

ANSEP is seeking a dedicated student support staff member to join its Bethel Acceleration site. This position is central to the daily operations, providing a safe, academically focused, and supportive environment for up to 100 high school students, with future growth anticipated. The role involves direct student supervision, academic coaching, and the implementation of enriching extracurricular activities, all while ensuring the well-being and success of every participant. The Education Facilitator is responsible for supporting the academic and extracurricular success of students through program development, facilitation, supervision, and support. This role involves assisting with the planning and implementation of activities, providing direct student support, and ensuring a safe and productive learning environment. The Education Facilitator will work collaboratively with site leadership and staff to achieve program goals.

To thrive in this role, candidates will need exceptional organizational and time-management skills to effectively juggle responsibilities. Strong program design, facilitation, and presentation abilities will be key to engaging and motivating students, with a capacity to provide constructive feedback and support will foster their growth. Adaptability and flexibility are crucial for navigating the dynamic environment. Candidates should excel at building strong working relationships and collaborating as a team member, all while maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, coupled with sound judgment and decision-making, are essential. Conflict resolution, problem-solving, and behavior management skills will be vital for fostering a supportive and productive learning environment. A candidate must possess strong student supervision skills and be proficient in providing academic support, including tutoring and time management coaching. Experience in developing and facilitating programming focused on STEM based classes, life skills and other school subjects is essential. The ideal applicant will demonstrate a commitment to risk management, including responding to incidents and emergencies effectively and ensuring student safety on and off campus. A valid driver's license and ability to operate a 15-passenger van are also required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM or education field and two years progressively responsible experience related to school aged children.
At least 1 years of management experience in a school or youth development program or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Position requires driving an ANSEP vehicle. Applicant must be 21 and older to apply and have a valid AK driver's license with three years of a clean driving record on a valid driver's license.
Must be able to lift or move 25 to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.
Current or Previous Teaching certification preferred.
Current CPR with AED/First Aid certification preferred.
Experience working with rural and/or Indigenous Alaska populations preferred.

Position Details:

This position is located on the UA campus in Bethel. This is a full-time, 9-month exempt, term staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 9-12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 79, with a 38% geographic differential based on education and experience.

This position supports our student during the academic year and runs from Early August to Mid May. This position is a term-funded position and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.

We review applications on a rolling basis. Because we may close the posting once a sufficient pool of qualified candidates is established, we encourage early submission. Please note that once a viable pool is identified, further applications may not be reviewed.

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references including at least one previous supervisor.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Cate Weist, ANSEP HR Manager at [email protected].

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at [email protected].

The University of Alaska (www.alaska.edu) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination (www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination) against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

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ANSEP Acceleration Academy Education Facilitator - Bethel

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ANSEP Acceleration Academy Education Facilitator - Bethel Full Description

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