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Apply for Job Job ID361947 LocationDuluth Job FamilyEducation-General Full/Part TimePart-Time Regular/TemporaryTemporary Job Code9745S2 Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job Title: Minnesota Sea Grant Education Specialist Temporary End date: December 31, 2024 Total hours per week: 80 hours total/ 11 weeks, 7hrs per week Job summary Minnesota Sea Grant seeks an Education Specialist Temporary to participate in an exciting Center for Great Lakes Literacy (CGLL) project. The Education Specialist Temporary, in collaboration with Minnesota Sea Grant extension educators, will be responsible for developing a final, review-ready draft of the "Great Lakes Shipping 101" curriculum. This position will facilitate the internal and external review of this curriculum, including CGLL's curriculum review process, respond to and address reviewer feedback, and prepare the curriculum for publishing on Minnesota Sea Grant's website. The Education Specialist Temporary will update existing Minnesota Sea Grant watershed-focused curriculum to meet CGLL curriculum standards and facilitate review through CGLL's curriculum review process, respond to and address reviewer feedback, and prepare the curriculum for publication. The curricula will become part of Minnesota Sea Grant's Educator Resources Program and will be made publicly available on the Center for Great Lakes Literacy website. Job tasks and essential functions Work closely with Minnesota Sea Grant extension educators and partners to refine "Great Lakes Shipping 101" and watershed-focused curriculum to produce final, review-ready drafts in alignment with CGLL curriculum standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and Minnesota State Standards (50%). Facilitate internal and external review of the "Great Lakes Shipping 101" and watershed-focused curriculum. Respond to and address reviewer feedback (40%). Prepare reviewed curriculum for publication on Minnesota Sea Grant's website (5%). Present at and participate in the Shoreside Educator Professional Development Workshop (Duluth, MN) during the week of August 5, 2024 (5%). Description of duties Refine lessons, activities, and related instructional materials to adhere to CGLL curriculum standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and Minnesota State Standards Address unit feedback and concerns stemming from content review Qualifications Required qualifications Bachelor's degree with at least six years of relevant post degree experience Experience teaching or working with K - 12 youth Experience and ability developing engaging curriculum and/or lesson plans in a K - 12 education setting Knowledge of Next Generation Science Standards Core knowledge of science, mathematics, engineering, or related fields Strong written communication skills Organized, detail oriented, focused, independent, and reliable Able to meet deadlines while working independently Familiarity with Google Workspace How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. This position will remain open until filled. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647. Diversity Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. About the U of M University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) consistently ranks among the top Midwestern, regional universi ies in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges" issue. Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium-sized campus of a major university. A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs. At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022). The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. 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