Assistant Director
SMEC
Vacancy #29E131
The Science and Mathematics Education Center within the Watson School of Education is seeking an Assistant Director. This is an eleven-month, full-time, non-teaching position. The Center is a member of the North Carolina Mathematics and Science Education Network, a comprehensive, statewide program aimed at significantly upgrading mathematics and science education. It is composed of eleven centers; each housed at a constituent institution of the University of North Carolina.
The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications:
- Masters degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in a science or math-based field;
- Demonstration of experience working with the target populations of SMEC and SVSM programs;
- Experience teaching in K-12 classrooms with a science or math content;
- Experience directing activities requiring organization, management and leadership skills;
- Experience with public/private K-12 school systems and university faculty/administrators;
- Knowledge of organizational, operational and structural functions of K-12 schools;
- Knowledge of current office computer applications;
- Ability to work without constant supervision; and
- Demonstration of excellent oral and written communication skills.
Salary is commensurate with qualifications with a maximum of $49,481 for 11 months. And, a one month summer stipend may be possible.
To apply, please complete the online application process available at http://consensus.uncw.edu. A letter of application addressed to Search Committee Chair, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references should be attached to the online application (not e-mailed, mailed or faxed) as Microsoft Word or ADOBE PDF attachments. For questions regarding the online application process, contact Anne Cameron Hosea at 910-962-3287. Priority consideration will be given to applications received by October 20, 2008 but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Additional information about UNCW and the Science and Mathematics Education Center is available at http://www.uncw.edu/smec.
UNC Wilmington actively fosters a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified men and women from all racial, ethnic, or other minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
