Assistant Director for Mathematics Education

Rice University•Houston, TX

4d•$65,000 - $68,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Rice Center for STEM Engagement (R-STEM) supports and promotes Rice University's wide-ranging efforts to improve K–12 science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education in all Greater Houston Area school districts. We are proud to serve as the central point of contact for school districts, parents, students, nonprofit organizations, university faculty, and others in the Greater Houston Area regarding various STEM outreach programs and events at Rice. The Assistant Director for Mathematics administers a program or set of programs and is responsible for devising operational plans to achieve the stated goals and objectives for the program(s). This includes administering key functions such as: Teaching and mentoring teachers and students, Development of Mathematics and STEM curriculum, Management of programs, Observation and assessment of teaching and learning, and Writing and submission of grant proposals. Ideal candidates should have extensive skills and experience in mathematics education, teaching, and pedagogy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
Three or more (3+) years of related experience in mathematics education
Ability to develop and initiate new strategies
Advanced problem solving skills
Strong verbal and written communications skills
Ability to work well under pressure and manage projects simultaneously
Strong organizational and time management skills
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
Strong data analysis skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet expected deadlines and schedules
Adept at problem solving, creating contingency plans and handling issues when necessary
Strong client service orientation and attention to detail
Ability to develop complex or multiple program partnerships and funding sources
Ability to oversee and direct staff
Knowledge of managing budgets and developing financial plans

Nice To Haves

Five years of related experience in middle and/or high school science, math, engineering, or computer science classrooms
Experience working in a middle school or high school science, math, engineering, or computer science classroom
Experience in leading professional development for teachers at a campus or district level
Master’s or Ph.D. in a science-related field, science education, or education

Responsibilities

Teaching and mentoring teachers and students
Development of Mathematics and STEM curriculum
Management of programs
Observation and assessment of teaching and learning
Writing and submission of grant proposals
Develops, implements, administers, and evaluates programs by: conducting research activities within the program, analyzing data, creating reports, reviewing trends, and making program improvement recommendations
Develops and implements strategies related to outreach, events, communications, development, partnerships and fundraising / funding
Creates short term and long term plans to achieve mission and objectives for the program
Devises and manages financial and budgetary plans for the program(s), approves and monitors expenditures
For academic programs, may be responsible for graduate student recruitment and admissions, student records, curriculum support, coordinating the accreditation process, managing scholarships and fellowships, and monitoring student progress
May be responsible for grant preparation and submission or research administration
May teach a course, seminar or workshop
May supervise small staff (up to three full time staff)
Performs all other duties as assigned
Teaches using innovative pedagogy, designs and writes curriculum, visits schools, observes, coaches, and assess teaching
Manages and analyzes qualitative data such as classroom observations, text comments, and interview notes
Prepares descriptive reports, grant proposals, and evaluation reports with R-STEM staff assistance