Natural Science Specialist

The Roper Mountain Science Center is the Upstate’s premier facility for all ages to learn, explore, and get involved with all things science.

• At Roper Mountain, our Mission is to ignite the natural curiosity of all learners to explore and shape their world.
• Our Vision is to be a pinnacle of innovative learning, an engine for community engagement and a national leader in science education.

Position – Natural Science Specialist
Location – Roper Mountain Science Center
Pay schedule – Full-time, 245 day; Administrative/Supervisory Scale K ($56,889-$93,639);
Daily Schedule – 8:30am – 5:00pm (Includes after-hours events and weekends as needed)

Major Responsibilities:

• Instruct daily, standards-based lessons for elementary and middle school students.
• Create new and innovative standards-based, hands-on natural science lessons that engage students in the inquiry process.
• Plan, organize, and provide high quality science programs for students, teachers, and the public (summer exploration camps, Summer Adventure, after school programs, virtual, professional development, workshops, outreach, etc.).
• Extend the impact of RMSC lessons and programs through pre-visits, post-visits, virtually, and through new and innovative techniques.
• Care for, maintain and create indoor and outdoor teaching spaces, technology, materials, and exhibits.
• Creatively improve and expand programs and facilities through grants, donations, acquisitions and community partnerships.
• Assist with animal care.
• Assist with the volunteer program.
• Manage budget and assist with purchasing.
• Manage part-time instructional staff and lab assistants.
• Follow procedures and policies of the district.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:

1. Preferred Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in the field of environmental science, natural science, or education,
2. minimum of 5 years teaching experience in a formal or informal setting preferred;
3. demonstrable knowledge of the natural history of the southeastern United States;
4. proven experience working with collaborative teams to effectively develop, market and deliver high-quality
5. life science and natural history programs;
6. strong organizational, writing and communication skills;
7. strong commitment to student education, customer service and creative problem solving; and
8. proven skills required to create and maintain exhibits and care for animals.