What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grandview K-8 Real World Learning Coordinator position at PREP-KC?
Do you have a passion for STEM and Real World Learning?
Are you interested in connecting Grandview's K-8 students and teachers with industry professionals across STEM fields?
Do you have a talent for bringing together organizations focused on a common goal for young people?
Join our team to help lead the work of the Grandview STEM Initiative as the K-8 Real World Learning Coordinator.
About the Grandview STEM Initiative: This exciting partnership among the Grandview C-4 School District, the Partnership for Regional Educational Preparation-Kansas City (PREP-KC), the Kansas City National Security Campus (KCNSC), and the KC STEM Alliance brings together K-12, industry, and nonprofit partners to expand STEM learning opportunities across Grandview's schools. Together, we seek to excite and prepare K-8 students for future careers through meaningful interactions with industry volunteers. This role is instrumental in creating a seamless, impactful educational journey for students by fostering strong corporate relationships, delivering tangible outcomes, and driving student engagement across grades K-8.
About the Job: The Partnership Coordinator will facilitate and coordinate the partnership among Grandview C4, PREP-KC, KCNSC, and the KC STEM Alliance to significantly enhance STEM engagement and deliver tangible, curriculum-aligned outcomes. In this position, you'll focus on the following priorities:
- Leading the development of a robust set of STEM and Real-World Learning (RWL) experiences in collaboration with the teams at the Grandview school district, PREP-KC, KCNSC, and the KC STEM Alliance.
- Develop a district-wide approach for industry professionals to connect with K-8 students through a continuum of volunteer opportunities that bring STEM to life through Real World Learning activities.
- Facilitating K-8 implementation of Project Lead the Way in Grandview
- Developing and providing professional development to K-8 teachers and other partners focused on Real World Learning tenets, goals, and objectives.
- Organizing and facilitating the work of the core partners on this initiative—Grandview Schools, PREP-KC, KCNSC, and the KC STEM Alliance—as well as other community partners.
- You can find a complete job description HERE.
Compensation: This position offers competitive pay commensurate with the candidate's skills and experience. Depending on the candidates' circumstances, we can structure this position as a full-time salaried or contract role. Please note that PREP-KC is the employer for this position and will administer all salary and benefits for the role.