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University of Washington is hiring a Curriculum Coordinator (Math Science) to tutor, advise, and teach STEM to high school students in the Upward Bound Math Science program. Working under the program director, the coordinator builds the Summer STEM Survival Skills curriculum, helps plan the Summer Academy, and tracks student progress at four partner high schools in King County. The role also maintains the program's online learning resources, website, and student portal.

Highlights

Tutor and advise students in math and science at each target school and online, monitoring progress and staying in touch with students, families, teachers, and guidance counselors.
Advise students on course selection and placement in advanced coursework, and arrange tutorial support, behavioral interventions, or referrals to service agencies when needed.
Develop and teach the two-year Summer STEM Survival Skills curriculum, run needs assessments for Summer Academy STEM courses, and present at Saturday Workshops.
Help the director plan the Summer Academy by recruiting UW lecturers and teaching staff, and direct the STEM field trips and the Summer Awards Ceremony.
Help manage UBMS mentor groups, including needs assessment, curriculum development, and academic and enrichment workshops for participants.
Create STEM content on graduation requirements, college admissions, financial aid, and career development for the program website and portals, and deliver online webinars and tutorials.
Review applications, present at informational meetings, and enter student records into the program database to support recruitment and the Annual Performance Report.
Requires a bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering, or math plus two years of experience tutoring or teaching mathematics through calculus.
Needs experience in curriculum design, online instruction, and educational technology, along with knowledge of tutoring strategies, college admissions, and career exploration resources.
The posted pay range is $67,800 to $74,400 per year.

Curriculum Coordinator (Math Science) Full Description

Job Description

The Upward Bound Math Science program has an outstanding opportunity for a Curriculum Coordinator to join their team.

About this Opportunity

Under the supervision of the Upward Bound Math Science (UBMS) Director, the Curriculum Coordinator will provide tutoring in math and science in the UBMS target schools and teach STEM and sections workshops and classes; help manage the design and implementation of UBMS curriculum and assist the Director in placing students in STEM classes and in coordinating the Summer Academy with lecturers, section instructors, and teaching staff; help plan program events and field trips; help coordinate the academic and enrichment workshops and mentoring and internship opportunities for program participants; and help manage the online learning environment, tutorial resources, and the program website, portal and online communication tools.

Key Responsibilities

Meet with students at each target school and online to provide STEM tutoring and advising to students, monitor student progress, and communicate with students, families, teachers, and guidance counselors to support students and overcome obstacles to their success. Advise students about course selection and placement in advanced coursework and arrange for tutorial support, behavioral interventions, or referral to service agencies when needed. (40%)
Coordinate and develop curricula for two-year Summer STEM Survival Skills curriculum and teach Summer STEM or section classes. Provide leadership in the development and implementation of comprehensive need assessments for Summer Academy STEM courses. Revise curricula, coordinate activities, and present at Saturday Workshops. (15%)
Assist the Director in developing and implementing the Summer Academy by collaborating with UW departments, faculty, and staff to enlist lecturers and teaching staff and provide opportunities and a rich curriculum for UBMS students. Direct the planning and implementation of STEM field trips and activities and the Summer Awards Ceremony. (15%)
With the Director, help manage the design and implementation of UBMS mentor groups including needs assessment, curriculum development, and coordination of academic and enrichment workshops for program participants. (5%)
Create dynamic and interactive STEM content and information about graduation requirements, postsecondary admissions, financial aid, and career development for the program website and student and staff portals and deliver online webinars and tutorials. With the Director, help maintain the systems utilized for collecting, organizing, and presenting information including databases, web sites, and content management systems. (10%)
Assist in recruitment and enrollment of new students. Conduct presentations and informational meetings; help review applications for completion and eligibility and collect missing documentation and student school records and assure proper entry into the program database; assist in reviewing, selecting, and notifying applicants to the program. (5%)
Work with the Director and Counselling Services Coordinator to utilize the UBMS database to generate required reports and input data as required and prepare for the Annual Performance Report (APR). (5%)
Liaison with teachers, counselors, and support staff at target schools and represent the UBMS program in meetings and other functions both on and off campus. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director. (5%)

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Manager.

Bachelor's Degree degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math. At least two years' experience tutoring or teaching Mathematics through Calculus.

Additional Qualifications

A strong math background.
Experience in curriculum design and experience in online instruction and effective use of educational technology.
Knowledge of effective tutoring strategies and tools, career exploration resources and postsecondary institutions and college admissions is required.
Ability to coordinate group activities and to help select, train and help supervise part-time staff and student workers is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Teaching certificate and/or bilingual preferred.
Past TRIO participant and/or experience in working with disadvantaged students and their families preferred.
Experience in graphical design of instructional materials for the web and knowledge of web and graphic software.
Experience working with databases and gathering data from users on the web.
Experience in working with WordPress, Excel, FileMaker, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Application Requirement

This recruitment requires a cover letter. Your application will not be considered unless you attach a cover letter.

Your letter should outline your interest in the position, highlight relevant experience or qualifications, and explain how you would add value to the team or organization. It must be specific to this role.

About UW Upward Bound Math Science

Established in 1968, the Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity creates pathways to higher education for underserved communities, supports students through their academic journey, and fosters a campus climate that enriches the experience for all.

The OMA&D College Access unit implements programs focused on expanding educational access for underserved communities through partnerships with K-12 schools and districts, colleges and universities, and community coalitions. College Access provides programming beginning in middle school that helps students identify pathways to postsecondary education, prepare for college, explore careers, and gain admission to institutions of higher education, including the University of Washington.

UW UBMS (STEMsub) helps eligible high school students excel in high school, get accepted to college and STEM majors, and graduate with a STEM degree. We serve low-income and potential first-generation college students interested in STEM fields from Cleveland, Chief Sealth, Foster, and Franklin High Schools in King County.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum: $67,800.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum: $74,400.00 annual

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular? This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit: Not Applicable

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

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