STEM Education Specialist

New Mexico State University; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico State University’s STEM Outreach Center is seeking a STEM Education Specialist to advance STEM+ education across New Mexico. The role focuses on providing high-quality professional learning for PreK–12 educators, developing engaging inquiry-based curricula, and supporting out-of-school time programs.

The position requires a Master’s in Education and 4+ years of experience, with the ability to travel and work nonstandard hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Education and 4 years or relevant experience are required.
• Master’s Degree in STEM Education or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead PD for PreK–12 staff on STEM-based OST curricula.
• Help leaders create OST structures aligned with schools.
• Develop hands-on, inquiry-based NM standards-aligned curricula.
• Collect and analyze program data for improvements.

Skills

Adult learning theory

Facilitation skills

STEM content knowledge

Education

Master’s Degree in Education

Master’s Degree in STEM Education

Job description

Department Contact:Sara Morales, [e-mail], [phone]

Internal or External Search:External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary:The NMSU STEM Outreach Center is seeking STEM Education Specialists to advance STEM+ education across New Mexico by providing high-quality professional learning for PreK–12 educators, developing engaging inquiry-based curriculum, and supporting schools and communities in creating impactful STEM+ out-of-school time programs.

Position Details

PositionTitle: STEM Education Specialist

College/Division: College of Hlth, Educ & Soc Trans

Department: 350410-INST FOR EXCEL IN MATH & SCIENCE ED

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: 53,165.80 - Commensurate with qualifications

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

FLSA Status: Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon external funding

Standard Work Schedule: Shift: Other Shift

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: Position requires ability to travel, work evenings and weekends when required to complete business in schools.

Job Duties and Responsibilities: This grant-funded role is designed to advance STEM+ education across PreK–12 classrooms by providing high-quality professional learning, curriculum development, and facilitation support. The position also plays a vital role in establishing high-quality STEM+ out-of-school time (OST) programs and organizing outreach events. STEM Education Specialists collaborate with partner districts, individual schools, and community and governmental organizations throughout New Mexico to promote STEM+ learning. The position requires knowledge in adult learning theory and best practices for adult professional development; strong facilitation skills with the ability to design and deliver effective, engaging learning experiences for educators; and comprehensive understanding of STEM+ content areas and their integration into both school-day and OST programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• 1. Lead professional development and ongoing support to PreK–12 principals, teachers, and staff implementing STEM-based OST and intervention curricula. Deliver professional learning experiences focused on effective STEM+ instructional strategies, increasing educators’ capacity for impactful teaching and learning.
• 2. Assist school leaders in creating OST structures that align with and support the broader school community.
• 3. Develop hands-on, inquiry-based curriculum materials that support academic growth in alignment with New Mexico State standards for science, technology, engineering, mathematics, language arts, and computer science.
• 4. Collect and analyze data relevant to the work NMSU STEM Outreach does in communities and partner districts and apply results for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience: Master’s Degree in Education in a specialized field as defined in the position description + 4 years or relevant experience.

Equivalent Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree in STEM Education or related field.

Special Certification/Licensure:

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed indoors.

Physical Effort: Moderate physical activity.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.