Education Coordinator

Central State University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Central State University is seeking an Education Coordinator to support a USDA SAS grant in the College of Engineering, Science, Technology and Agriculture. You will lead high school curriculum development, organize internships and workshops, and supervise undergraduate researchers to advance educational objectives.

You will collaborate with partner institutions, disseminate instructional materials, and travel to Ohio and Missouri as needed to achieve project goals and ensure alignment with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in an educational setting.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Self-directed, can work alone or in a team environment.
• Ability to travel frequently in Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Supervise undergraduate researchers involved in the project.
• Develop and disseminate high school curriculum in agricultural sciences.
• Organize in-person and virtual meetings involving educational project team members.
• Help manage the project budget pertaining to the educational goals at CSU.
• Outreach to high schools with a high population of underrepresented minority students.
• Organize workshops and outreach activities.
• Assist in the integration of project objectives with ongoing on-campus summer educational activities.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Work Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout their employment. The University is not able to sponsor employment visas for this position now or in the future.

Non-Discrimination Statement

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident.

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA’s TARGET Center at [phone] (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at [phone]. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call [phone]. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: [phone]; or (3) email: [e-mail]. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.

This position is 100% grant funded for up to 5 years. The candidate will report to Dr. Sakthi Kumaran, Research Associate Professor in the Agricultural Research and Development Program at Central State University. For further information, please contact Dr. Sakthi S. Kumaran at 937-376 6561 or by email to: [e-mail]

All offer of employment at Central State University are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. This may include, but is not limited to, verification of education and employment history, criminal history check, driving record (if applicable), drug screening, and tax compliance review.

Certain positions may require additional screenings based on job responsibilities, regulatory requirements, or funding sources.

Failure to successfully complete the required background check or provide accurate and complete information may result in withdrawal of an offer or termination of employment.

Posting Number 0801849

Classification Title

Working Title

Department College of Engineering, Science, Technology and Agriculture

Department Contact Email [e-mail]

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Agricultural Research and Development Program in the College of Engineering Science, Technology, and Agriculture (CESTA) at Central State University is looking for an Education Coordinator. The position is in support of a recently funded USDA Sustainable Agricultural Systems (SAS) grant awarded to Central State University and partner institutions including The Ohio State University, the University of Missouri, and Lincoln University. The candidate will help accomplish all aspects of the educational objective of the USDA project including but not limited to facilitation of undergraduate student internships at partner institutions, organizing student workshops and team activities, facilitating in-person and virtual meetings for pertinent team members, and supervising and mentoring participating students in lesson plan, classroom activity and curriculum development for high school agricultural science education. Working with partnering high schools, the candidate will help integrate the developed instructional materials within the high school curriculum. Using the curricula designed and trialed, the candidate will develop curriculum modules and resource guides for dissemination to teachers in school districts ensuring the module and guides align with the standards outlined by the National 4-H council for wider adoption. The position will involve travel to partnering institutions and schools in Ohio and Missouri as necessary to accomplish the educational objective. The Education Coordinator is expected to take the lead on high school curriculum development and dissemination in agricultural sciences.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise undergraduate researchers involved in the project
• Develop and disseminate high school curriculum in agricultural sciences
• Organize in-person and virtual meetings involving educational project team members
• Help manage the project budget pertaining to the educational goals at CSU
• Outreach to high schools with a high population of underrepresented minority students.
• Organize workshops and outreach activities
• Assist in the integration of project objectives with ongoing on-campus summer educational activities
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in an educational setting
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Self-directed, can work alone or in team environment
• Ability to travel frequently in Ohio

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s in education or in agricultural education
• Experience as a high school teacher or curriculum director

Posting Date 08/19/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Work Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout your employment. The University is not able to sponsor employment visas for this position now or in the future.

Non-Discrimination Statement

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA , its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident.

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA’s TARGET Center at [phone] (voice and TTY ) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at [phone]. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call [phone]. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: [phone]; or (3) email: [e-mail]. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.

This position is 100% grant funded for up to 5 years. The candidate will report to Dr. Sakthi Kumaran, Research Associate Professor in the Agricultural Research and Development Program at Central State University. For further information, please contact Dr. Sakthi S. Kumaran at 937-376 6561 or by email to: [e-mail]

All offer of employment at Central State University are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. This may include, but is not limited to, verification of education and employment history, criminal history check, driving record (if applicable), drug screening, and tax compliance review.

Certain positions may require additional screenings based on job responsibilities, regulatory requirements, or funding sources.

Failure to successfully complete the required background check or provide accurate and complete information may result in withdrawal of an offer or termination of employment.

Position Category Staff - Monthly (Exempt)

Budgeted Annual Salary Commensurate with experience

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