Teacher/Leader In Residence

4 days ago


San Francisco, United States Exploratorium Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

SUMMARY

The Exploratorium’s Educator Engagement teams offer nationally recognized professional development programs for teachers and leaders in science education that promote inquiry-rich and justice-centered teaching and learning.

The Teacher/Leader In Residence (TIR/LIR) position is designed for experienced Educators of Color from Exploratorium-local public schools, school districts or county offices who take a one-year leave or sabbatical from their schools, districts, or county offices. The TIR/LIR participates as a formal, embedded member of the Educator team in service of supporting Teachers of Color and science teaching and learning in their region, district, school, or community; in the Exploratorium community; and across the Exploratorium California K-12 Science Leader Network. In return, the TIR/LIR develops their leadership and teacher education skills, deepen the impact of their service to local and larger networks of teachers and students, and experience critical rejuvenation and nourishment as a professional educator, which supports their re-entry into their county office, district, or classroom. The TIR/LIR reports to a Director in the Exploratorium’s Educator Engagement team.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Contribute actively to the Exploratorium Educator Engagement team’s commitments to ensuring science Teachers of Color feel a rightful presence in science, have professional spaces and support to develop their racial wellness and literacy, and develop their and other teachers’ abilities to teach and lead for justice
  • Collaborate in the design, organization, and delivery of teacher professional development workshops for the TIR’s or LIR’s home community, within in the Exploratorium community, and for/with the California K-12 Science Leader Network
  • Contribute to the leadership and implementation of affinity-based professional programming for Teachers of Color and Teacher Leaders of Color
  • Provide content and pedagogical support to the Exploratorium, including offering advice to exhibit designers, conducting training for floor staff, and assisting with museum public programs when needed
  • Represent Exploratorium Educator Engagement teams programs both internally and externally

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • BA/BS degree in the sciences, science education, or equivalent, plus 45 credits; or an MA, and a minimum of twelve years’ experience teaching or providing inquiry-based science professional learning programs for K-12 science classrooms, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Five years of science teaching experience at the middle or high school level or 5 years of teaching experience at the elementary school level
  • Prior completion of an Exploratorium Institute for Teachers or for Teacher Leaders
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a team of scientists and master science educators
  • Ability to work on some Saturdays and evenings
  • Ability to travel to local and national workshops and conferences
  • Ease with the Google suite, including using Google Docs, Spreadsheets, Slides, and Drive

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience designing and facilitating professional learning for and/or with teachers in the TIR’s or LIR’s local community
  • In-depth knowledge of the Next Generation Science Standards
  • Experience in using digital media and/or educational technology in the science classroom

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Ability to move from place to place and to utilize computer terminal and general office equipment

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE

This position is open until filled

 

HOW TO APPLY

This is a one year, fixed-term, full-time (37.5 hours per week), exempt, union position that includes benefits. The position starts in June 2025, and application reviews begin in November 2024. The starting range for this role is $64.16 to $67.90. This range represents steps 1-3 on a 6 step union pay scale. Please, no phone calls in regards to this job. To apply, please visit the Exploratorium job page.

The Exploratorium is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, inclusion and respect.  We welcome and strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Exploratorium

Piers 15/17, San Francisco, CA 94111

Website: https://www.exploratorium.edu/about/jobs. No phone calls, please

The Exploratorium is committed to a diverse workforce.

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