Program Manager, Science

Puget Sound ESD seeks a
Program Manager, Science
to lead and provide regional services in science education that meet district needs and transformational possibilities. The Program Manager,Science will be leading the development, implementation, and evaluation of innovative science education programs and services for K-12 schools across the region. This role collaborates with state leaders, educators, schools, and community partners to enhance science teaching and learning, with a focus on inclusion, access, and engagement for all students.

This job reports to the Director of Equitable Instruction and is a
part-time, year-round role (less than 1.0 FTE)
Please submit application before best consideration date
January 5th, 2025
. Interviews are tentatively scheduled for January 16th, 2025

Essential Functions

• Collaborates with internal and external partners, agencies, and organizations (e.g., LTFS, the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI), higher education, school districts, etc.) for the purpose of assuring stewardship for developing and delivering professional development learning opportunities for educators in instruction and instructional leadership, with ongoing support for sustainability.
• Develops and provides district and school-based curricular, instructional and assessment professional development and support for the purpose of improving instruction, implementing state education standards, and resolving learning issues to ensure department/program outcomes are met.
• Embodies the principles and practices that form our culture and commitment to becoming an Antiracist Multicultural Organization for the purpose of meeting the Agency's End: Success for Each Child and Eliminating the Opportunity Gap by Leading with Racial Equity.
• Facilitates meetings, workshops, Fellows program and seminars (e.g., inter- and intra-district committees, community and public agencies, etc.) for the purpose of gathering and conveying information on subjects required to perform functions.
• Identifies and pursues grant opportunities and other funding sources for the purpose of supporting program initiatives.
• Ability to collaborate across content areas (math, science ELA) to implement integrated approaches in K-12 districts and classrooms.
• Leads and coordinates the regional content area work for the purpose of establishing and sustaining regional delivery based on local needs, providing information and technical assistance, and ensuring availability of resources in support of the content area.
• Manages assigned project and program components for the purpose of ensuring completion within designed time parameters, budget, and supporting department goals.
• Monitors, communicates, and supports Washington's educational reform efforts, significant educational changes, national, state, and local trends in the area of teaching and learning of content area for the purpose of gathering and conveying information, and ensuring program services are aligned with the latest research and best practice.
• Collects and prepares a variety of reports and data for the purposes of providing responsive district support and documenting activities and issues, meeting compliance requirements, and measuring the success of program efforts.
• Conducts research to provide information and opportunities (e.g. best practices, pending legislation, emerging curriculum, technology, etc.) for the purpose of developing additional and appropriate resources that address districts' professional development and program needs.
• Responds to issues and inquiries from school district administrators and educators regarding development, implementation, and evaluation of programs in curriculum, instruction, and assessment for the purpose of providing information, resolving problems, and/or referring to appropriate personnel.
• Demonstrates awareness of personal and systemic biases. Leads with an equity-focused mindset and consistently apply the organization's equity tools to support fair and inclusive practices.

Other Functions

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.

CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT
: Demonstrates knowledge and expertise related to State and Federal learning standards and curriculum adaptation and implementation. Utilizes evidence-based research regarding teaching strategies to advance practices that meet the needs of all students.

PLANNING, ORGANIZATION, AND PRIORITIZATION
: Assesses the work to be performed, and considers how it should be organized and accomplished, with appropriate priorities and realistic time parameters.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FACILITATION
: Sharing knowledge and expertise with the goal of improving professional skills and knowledge through adult learning programs.

SYSTEMS THINKING
: Sees the integral, complex relationships of interconnected systems that need to work together for the whole to function successfully. Events and actions are seen in detail and in the larger context of a pattern that unfolds over time.

• Master's degree in science education, Educational Leaderhship or related field.
• Current Washington State Teacher or Administrator certificate.
• Job related experience with specialized field is required.
• Expert in Microsoft Outlook, Office Suite, and Microsoft Teams and Google.
• Strong understanding of current science education standards, curricula, and assessments.
• Strong presentation/communication skills to convey information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Experience in Multilingual Learning.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver Cross-Content Area Instruction, effectively integrating science, math, and literacy concepts to support interdisciplinary learning.
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Experience working in a school district or educational service agency.
• Knowledge of grant writing and fund development.