Curriculum Specialist Full Time

NY Sun Works is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to integrating the science of sustainability and climate education into K-12 urban schools. Through our hydroponic classrooms, we provide hands-on learning experiences that foster scientific inquiry and environmental stewardship. We bring quality education to the communities where it’s most needed. Together with our 300+ partner schools, we’re shaping the next generation of environmental innovators empowered to create solutions to global climate challenges.

NY Sun Works serves a diverse population of students primarily across the five boroughs of New York City, with a small but growing number of schools in the greater metropolitan area. We strive to make our program accessible to all types of learners, especially to students who are at-risk, require special accommodations, or are currently underrepresented in STEM fields.

NY Sun Works is an EPA, NAAEE, and HBSCNY award-winning organization, and maintains a platinum-rated status on Guidestar and a top-rated status on Great NonProfits.

Title: Curriculum Specialist

Position Summary

The 6-12 Curriculum Specialist will lead the integration of NY Sun Works’ curriculum at our partner schools. As a member in our team of enthusiastic educators, you’ll play a pivotal role in advancing educational initiatives, fostering collaboration among teachers, and ensuring engaging curriculum alignment with national standards. Join us in making a profound impact on PK-12 education while supporting the development of dynamic learning environments for students.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive training programs to partner teachers, enabling effective utilization of NY Sun Works’ science program within their curricula.
• Advise partner teachers on content connections within the NY Sun Works curriculum and suggest implementation timelines.
• Provide timely and comprehensive email support to address content-related inquiries.
• Develop and foster positive relationships with partner teachers to ensure effective collaboration.
• Travel to partner schools to facilitate meetings with partner teachers, with the possibility of conducting virtual meetings.
• Align existing educational materials with national and state curriculum standards.
• Develop new high quality curriculum resources based on the goals of the organization and needs of partner schools and teachers.
• Conduct research on curriculum innovation and best practices in K-12 science education.
• Utilize organizational tools such as Accelo, G Sheets, and other relevant resources to manage and organize program data effectively.
• Regularly update and maintain accurate records of information received from schools and other partners
• Schedule and conduct meetings with teachers and partner schools in person as well as remotely (based on organization standards) . This includes maintaining correspondence via email, phone, and text messaging.

Principal Relationships:

• Director of Education
• Education Team
• Executive Director
• Grow Support Team

Qualifications:

Education and Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree (required)
• Master’s in education, science, curriculum development, or a related field (required)
• Teaching certification (preferred)

Teaching Experience:

• Experience as an educator with a strong background in 6-12 science education (NYC experience a plus).
• Experience developing and implementing curriculum materials and educational resources.
• Familiarity with various teaching methodologies and best practices in science education.

Curriculum Development:

• Proficiency in curriculum development, including aligning materials with national and state curriculum standards.
• Experience delivering professional development workshops, webinars, or training programs for educators.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills to effectively train and engage teachers in one to one and group settings.

Communication Skills:

• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to provide timely responses to content-related questions via email.
• Ability to build positive and productive relationships with partner teachers and school staff.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration and support.

Travel and Flexibility:

• Willingness to travel to partner schools for meetings and training sessions, as well as the ability to conduct virtual meetings when necessary.

Others:

• Passion for teaching and working with teachers
• Classroom management skills
• Passion for Science, Sustainability, and Environmental Education
• Attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and on a team
• Flexibility to jump-in and help team as needed
• Excellent time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Job Location: New York City

This role is in-person, allowing you to be at the center of our dynamic work environment. You’ll typically enjoy standard working hours from 9 am – 5 pm. However, we understand that life sometimes calls for flexibility. We are open to occasional remote work options, especially when travel or special circumstances arise.

Compensation:

This is a full-time position with a salary range of $60,000 – $70,000 USD.

Benefits:

• NY Sun Works offers comprehensive and competitive medical benefits covering 100% of an individual’s medical, dental, and vision expenses.
• Full-time employees at NY Sun Works enjoy 15 paid vacation days in addition to paid holidays provided by the organization. Furthermore, we provide 10 paid sick/personal days to ensure your well-being.
• Additionally, we extend the privilege to our employees to enroll in our 401(k) plan. Moreover, we provide a comprehensive package of benefits, including short-term disability coverage, life insurance, accident insurance, and illness insurance.
• Work/Life balance- we prioritize fostering a healthy work environment that supports flexible schedules. We recognize that occasionally, employees may need to address personal matters, and in such instances, they have the option to adjust their work hours to accommodate these needs rather than taking a full day of leave. These arrangements are permissible once mutually agreed upon with departmental supervisors.
• Professional Development- We are committed to nurturing the growth and advancement of our team members.

How to Apply:

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume, cover letter, and the contact details of three professional references here or Simon Collins, HR at simon@nysunworks.org.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please note that due to the volume anticipated, we will not be able to respond individually to each applicant. We kindly ask that you do not send duplicate applications via mail or email, and no phone calls. Research suggests that women and structurally marginalized and/or underrepresented groups of people believe they need to meet 100% of the requirements in job postings to apply. NY Sun Works encourages anyone who believes they have the skills and motivation necessary to succeed here to apply for this role, even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications, as no one applicant ever does. New York Sun Works is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, citizenship status, current employment status, or caregiver status. New York Sun Works values diverse experiences, including with regard to educational background and justice system contact, and depends on a diverse staff to carry out our mission. For more information about New York Sun Works’ mission, please visit www.nysunworks.org.