Gordon College Georgia Youth Science and Technology Center (GYSTC) Program Coordinator

Gordon State College; Barnesville (GA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

Gordon State College is seeking a part-time Program Coordinator for the Georgia Youth Science and Technology Center. This role involves managing operations for STEM education programs aimed at K-8 teachers and students in central Georgia.

Qualifications include a Master's degree in education or science, a valid GA Teaching Certificate, and at least 5 years of K-8 teaching experience in science or math. The pay rate is between $30 and $35 per hour, depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in K-8 science and/or math education.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and oversee program operations for school systems.
• Develop and conduct research-based professional learning.
• Coordinate and provide student programming.
• Offer STEM technical assistance to local school system personnel.
• Manage center operations within budget.
• Communicate effectively to all stakeholders.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Demonstrated success in relationship building

Strong knowledge of current science curriculum

Data analysis

Knowledge of Georgia K-12 Science and Mathematics Standards

Education

Master's degree in education, science or related field

Valid GA Teaching Certificate

Job description

Job Title: Gordon College Georgia Youth Science and Technology Center (GYSTC) Program Coordinator

Location: Gordon State College

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 298650

About Us

Founded in 1852, GSC is a member of the University System of Georgia. The college has a distinctive legacy of excellent scholarship and service. GSC offers nearly 30 degrees, which includes multiple associate and baccalaureate pathways for students. With an enrollment of over 3,100 students, GSC offers an intimate academic setting with state‑of‑the‑art classrooms and laboratories. In this setting, students receive individualized attention that only a small college with dedicated faculty and staff can provide.

Job Summary

This part‑time position is the principal operations manager of the Gordon Georgia Youth Science & Technology Center at Gordon State College. The position reports to the State GYSTC Executive Director as well as a Gordon State College official selected by the President. This individual shall oversee all operations of the program and deliver professional development in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects for kindergarten–eighth grade teachers in central Georgia as directed by the State Executive Director to include the School Systems in the counties of Butts, Crawford, Lamar, Monroe, Pike, Thomaston‑Upson, as well as other surrounding areas as interest is expressed. In addition, this individual will provide hands‑on and inquiry‑based activities for students in grades K‑8th. These activities include virtual and traditional in‑class field trips, Family Nights, and camps.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and oversee program operations for the school systems served by the center.
• Develop and conduct research‑based professional learning.
• Coordinate and provide student programming.
• Offer STEM technical assistance to local school system personnel.
• Manage center operations within the budget.
• Communicate effectively and regularly to all stakeholders and districts.
• Disseminate pertinent science education information to all districts.
• Some evening and weekend work is required based on events.
• Travel to school systems is required with some regional and conference travel.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, science, or related field.
• Valid GA Teaching Certificate.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in K‑8 science and/or math education.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated success in relationship building.
• Demonstrated success in current science curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
• Strong knowledge of best practices in leadership, planning/organization, and standards‑based instruction and pedagogy.
• Strong knowledge of data analysis.
• Strong knowledge of science content domains.
• Knowledge of current Georgia K‑12 Science and Mathematics Standards.
• Ability to function independently and to initiate, manage, and evaluate a variety of programs and activities is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Gordon State College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of Gordon State College to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75‑50).

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with Gordon State College, as determined by Gordon State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test.

Other Information

• This is a part‑time, non‑benefitted position.
• Rate of pay: $30 - $35/hr.
• May work up to 19 hours per week.
• Rehired retirees are subject to approval and required to comply with the laws and regulations governed by their applicable retirement plan.