Education Specialist - 530679

The University of Alabama; Tuscaloosa (AL); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Specialist at The University of Alabama assists teachers and schools involved in AMSTI and Science-in-Motion by delivering professional development and follow-up support services.

The role requires a Master’s degree in education, math, or science, Alabama teaching certification, and a valid driver's license. Some overnight travel is required, with standard work hours Monday–Friday.”

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education, math, science, or a related degree in a math or science field.
• Must be certified to teach in Alabama (Teacher Certificate issued by the Alabama State Department of Education).
• Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Applicants must be at least 19 years old at hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.

Responsibilities

• The Education Specialist works with Teachers and schools participating in AMSTI or Science-in-Motion, providing professional development and follow-up support.
• This position requires some overnight travel.
• Background check will be conducted as part of the pre-employment process.

Skills

Keyboarding

PC usage

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in education, math, science, or related field

Job description

Pay Grade/Pay Range:Minimum: $56,600 - Midpoint: $73,600 (Salaried E9)

Department/Organization:212105 - Inservice Center

Normal Work Schedule:Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Job Summary:The Education Specialist works with Teachers and schools who participate in the Alabama Math, Science, Technology Initiative (AMSTI) project or Science-in-Motion project. Provides professional development and follow-up support services to teachers and schools.

Additional Department Summary:This position requires some overnight travel.

Required Minimum Qualifications:Master's degree in education, math, science, or a related degree in a math or science field and some experience in an education work environment. Must be certified to teach in Alabama. Teacher Certificate issued by the Alabama State Department of Education.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.

Skills and Knowledge:Knowledge of keyboarding, personal computers usage, and standard application software (Word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation programs). Strong interpersonal skills in a professional setting.

Preferred Qualifications:Three (3) years of experience in education with a background in Secondary Math.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity:The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC'sKnow Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegalposter.

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