STEM Education Specialist

New Mexico State University • Las Cruces, NM

5d • Onsite

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in STEM Education or related field.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Assist school leaders in creating OST structures that align with and support the broader school community.
• 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.
• Collect and analyze data relevant to the work NMSU STEM Outreach does in communities and partner districts and apply results for continuous improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level