Science Education Consultant

Science Education Consultant

Start Date: July 1, 2024

IN THIS ROLE:

We are looking for a dynamic, collaborative individual to provide leadership, professional learning, consulting, resource development, and technical assistance to the local school districts, public school academies, and community partners in Oakland County in Science Education.

WHAT WE NEED:

· Provide leadership and support to local districts, educators, community partners, and families in Science Education in Oakland County.

· Lead local, regional, and statewide projects/initiatives in service of local districts, educators, community partners, and families.

· Design and conduct professional learning opportunities for local districts, educators, community partners, and families in Science Education.

· Provide technical assistance to local districts, educators, community partners, and families on federal legislation/regulations and state mandates regarding Science Education.

· Serve as a liaison to external agencies such as the Michigan Department of Education, universities, and professional organizations in Science Education.

· Work within the assigned team to identify, design, manage, assess, and evaluate products and services in Science Education.

· Maintain knowledge of current research, leading edge developments, and legal mandates related to Science Education.

· Work cooperatively with local districts, educators, community partners, and families on efforts related to Science Education.

· Build leadership capacity among educators in the county in Science Education.

· Create and oversee the development of resources and services for educators in Science Education.

· Compose grant proposals and manage resultant grants according to outlined grant expectations.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU NEED:

· Master’s degree or higher in science or a related field is required. Doctorate degree is preferred.

· Minimum of five years’ work experience related to Science Education, such as classroom teaching responsibilities or working in diverse schools/districts.

· Valid Teaching Certificate in the area of science or a related field.

· Deep content expertise in the area of K-12 science.

· Strong knowledge of adult learners and group facilitation skills.

· Ability to properly utilize technology necessary in conducting professional learning and work productivity.

SALARY DETAILS:

$96,106.00 - $111,453 based on experience, with the potential of earning up to $120,023.00 Annually / Exempt Position / 12-month work year. Start Date: July 1, 2024

WHY WORK FOR OS?

Oakland Schools offers a great benefits package for our employees! What we provide includes:

· The opportunity to enroll in a pension plan to help ensure your financial security.

· Quality health insurance, dental, and vision plans

· Generous vacation and leave time so you can have a healthy work-life balance.

· OS-paid coverage for life insurance, short and long-term disability, and well-being benefits including access to an Employee Assistance Program for staff and dependents.

· Our flexible work program, which gives you flexibility where you work up to two days per week.

· The opportunity to buy optional health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), pet insurance, legal insurance, college savings plans, and tax-sheltered annuity (TSA) plans.

· OS provides the ability to get involved within the organization and advance your skill set with education development.

WHO WE ARE:

Oakland Schools (OS) is an intermediate school district (ISD) that is focused on providing educational and technology services to local school districts in a cost-effective manner so that they can provide students with a superior education. We also operate our Oakland Schools Technical Campuses (OSTC) and Virtual Learning Academy Consortium (VLAC). Through your work at OS, you will help children have the best learning experience possible! To learn more about us, visit https://www.oakland.k12.mi.us/about

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, please use the Oakland County Human Resource Consortium (OHRC) website. You can find it by clicking here. You will need to make an account on the OHRC website to apply.

Oakland Schools is a member of the OHRC. Once you create your account, you will be able to apply for positions within our district as well as positions available through other member districts. All applications must be completed on the OHRC website. Please do not email or fax application materials to Oakland Schools.

POSITION DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Alicia Beck at

In accordance with state and federal law, Oakland Schools does not discriminate, nor permit discrimination, on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, in its educational programs and activities, employment, or enrollment. The District also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

For questions or complaints regarding unlawful discrimination or harassment, employees should contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Personnel Management and Labor Relations at (248) 209-2429 or HR@oakland.k12.mi.us. Students and others should contact the Civil Rights/Title IX Coordinator at (248) 209-2590 or Jacqueline.Zablocki@oakland.k12.mi.us.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $96,106.00 - $111,453.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $91,475 - $106,083