Director of Science

1 month ago

Jefferson City, Missouri, United States State of Missouri Full time

Why you'll love this position:


The curriculum services section provides professional services related to the development and implementation of improved curricula in the schools of the state.

The unit engages in a broad range of activities including:

the preparation and dissemination of curricular materials; in-service training for professional staff members in curriculum development and in specific subject areas; and consultative assistance in solving instructional problems.

Consultants provide services upon request in the areas of citizenship education, health and physical education, fine arts, reading, writing, mathematics, social studies, science and library/media.

Particular emphasis is placed on assisting schools in aligning curriculum with the Show-Me Standards and the development of written curriculum guides required by the Missouri School Improvement Program and the Outstanding Schools Act.

Provide technical assistance to local education agencies regarding the development and implementation of research-based instructional practices in science education.
Create and conduct high-quality professional development opportunities that promote effective instructional and evaluation strategies of science education competencies.
Coordinate the creation and refinement of science education standards and curriculum resources.

Develop various processes/procedures that effectively educate and support stakeholders with the implementation of state and/or federal mandates relating to science education.

Serve as a subject matter expert and provide appropriate curricular and assessment resources to various stakeholder groups.

Collaborate and consult with the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) coordinator to accomplish goals that support the implementation of strategic planning.

Provide content expertise for the development and implementation of Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) assessments through activities such as item writing, content review, scoring material creation, item/form selection, scoring monitoring, training materials review, assessment manual creation/review, and performance level descriptor drafting.

Engage in continuous learning of science content, curriculum and instructional research and development by monitoring current trends and research.
Assist educators with interpretation and implementation of Missouri State Board of Education policy requirements pertaining to science education.
Develop and lead new initiatives that enhance science education.
Plan, organize, and coordinate the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Interface Conference.
Conduct other duties and functions as assigned by department leadership.
Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance.

Minimum Qualifications:


Four or more years of experience as a classroom teacher with certification or training in science, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Lack of post secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.


The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage.

Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck.

To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator.

This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

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Affirmative Action Employer:
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Human Resources at , through Missouri Relay System at , or via email at .


Notice of Non-Discrimination:

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities.

Inquiries related to Department employment practices may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Human Resources Director, 8th floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O.

Box 480, Jefferson City, Missouri ; telephone number or TYY .

To Our Applicants with Disabilities:
For assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director of Human Resources at . Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs. TTY/TDD Relay Missouri service .

Notice to Applicants:

The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants in their application for work visas through INS.

If you have questions, please contact Human Resources.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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