Place-based Education Specialist - College of Education and Community Innovation

Grand Valley State University•Grand Rapids, MI

4d•$50,000 - $52,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This position works with the Center for Educational Partnerships (CEP), Groundswell Stewardship Initiative (GSI) advisory teams, and a network of community partners to support PK-12 schools in the adoption and active use of place-based stewardship education (PBSE) principles and related practices within their institutions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in related field
A minimum of five (5) years of experience in K-12 focused classroom/programing, with a focus on developing learning experiences that align with K-12 curriculum standards
A minimum of two (2) years of experience planning, facilitating, and evaluating high-impact professional development for adult learners
Familiarity with and commitment to PBSE principles and practices of PBSE principles and practices
Strong skills in written and verbal communication, organization, and conceptualization
Ability to design and deliver effective presentations to a variety of audiences
Strong skills in cultural competence and collaboration, including an ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders and within large and small teams on various projects
Demonstrated commitment to community-based environmental stewardship with a focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and racial justice
Basic skills in fund development, including a basic knowledge of writing effective proposals, managing and reporting on funded projects, and cultivating professional relationships with funders
Willingness to learn new approaches to teaching and learning in order to support university and K-12 educators and students in the planning and practice of place-based stewardship education
Proficiency with office technology and software

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in educational leadership, nonprofit management, or related field
Experience working in higher education
Experience with project management software
Experience developing, managing, and interpreting/applying project and program evaluation for organizational reporting and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

Implement existing grant and program requirements, including project management, budgeting, and reporting
Collaborate with CEP staff and other GSI stakeholders to develop new grant/funding proposals
Work with CEP staff and other GSI stakeholders to develop, market, implement, and evaluate high-impact professional learning opportunities around PBSE
Support PK-12 educators in the field to facilitate the development and implementation of student-led PBSE projects
Support PK-12 teachers and community partners in the development of mutually beneficial relationships that support student/community stewardship
Work with CEP staff and other stakeholders to identify and implement strategies for program development, sustainability, and continuous improvement
Perform other duties as assigned per grant agreement and/or leadership