Science Education Specialist

🇺🇸 Chapel Hill, North Carolina 🕑 Temporary 💰 $20 - $22 per Hour 💻 Teaching 🗓️ September 19th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is hiring a Science Education Specialist to deliver hands-on science programming for Morehead Planetarium & Science Center's Programs Team. On-site and off-site education programs make up the bulk of the work, including support for the North Carolina Science Festival and testing new activities for future use. Program administration, coordination of professional development opportunities, and outreach to school groups and camp visitors round out the specialist's responsibilities.

Highlights

Deliver Morehead Planetarium's on-site and off-site science education programs.
Support statewide outreach efforts, including the North Carolina Science Festival.
Lead hands-on STEM activities for visiting school groups and camp participants.
Test and refine new educational activities for the Programs Team.
Assist with program administrative support and scheduling logistics.
Coordinate professional development opportunities for program staff.
High school diploma and one year of relevant experience required; college coursework in science or education preferred.
Bring bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, which is a plus.
Travel occasionally overnight, with some flexibility in work location.
Pay ranges from $20.00 to $22.00 per hour for this 11-month position.