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LiMPETS Science Education and Technology Specialist
URL: http://farallones.org/about_us/jobs.php
Company / Organization: Farallones Marine Sanctuary Association
Pay Rate: 26,000 - 32,000
Type: Part-time
City: San Francisco
State or Country if outside US: CA
Application Deadline: 18-May-14
Duration: permanent, 30 hours/week
Description:
The Farallones Marine Sanctuary Association (FMSA) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to protect Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary (GFNMS) habitats and wildlife through the development of a diverse community of informed and active ocean stewards. Program description: The Association in partnership with the Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary and others conducts LiMPETS, Long-term Monitoring Program and Experiential Training for Students. LiMPETS is a regional, youth-based citizen science program for students grade 6-college. The program, serving thousands of teachers and students annually, offers a 5-unit curriculum linked to science and math education standards, a variety of web-based resources, online data entry and graphing tools, and a hands-on staff with academic training in science and education. Visit the LiMPETS website for more information. Primary responsibilities: - Develop innovative science education tools and resources; keep resources current with the rapid evolution of educational technologies. - Identify new and appropriate media, such as web-based collaboration tools, to augment the reach and power of the LiMPETS network. - Lead LiMPETS programs, both in the classroom and in the field. - Assist LiMPETS Coordinator in administration of LiMPETS programs. - Develop, implement and maintain a model for student participation in science blogging via the LiMPETS website. - Organize and maintain data and media archives. - Ensure consistency and accuracy of student-generated monitoring data. - Assist in planning and implementation of annual teacher professional development series. - Support FMSA/GFNMS education programs and objectives. - Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Bachelors or Masters Degree in education, biology, marine science, or related field. - Experience using technology in the classroom or in an outdoor setting to advance instruction. - Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction using technology. - Knowledge of effective methodologies to extend the learning environment beyond the traditional boundaries of the classroom using web-based technologies. - Minimum 2 years of experience teaching environmental, outdoor or science programs to students grades 6-12. - Excellent classroom management and public speaking skills. - Environmental research or monitoring field experience preferred. - Knowledge of marine science concepts, local marine algae, invertebrates and California natural history. - Highly detailed oriented and organized. - Good driving record and ability to pass online government Driver Safety Course. Reliable transportation to and from Sanctuary office in the Presidio, San Francisco. - Flexible; willingness to work occasional early mornings, evenings and weekends.
Point of Contact: Amy Dean