K-12 Education Specialist, Mcdonald Observatory Visitors Center

The University of Texas at Austin

Fort Davis, Texas, US
$42,000 + ; not specified; competitive health bene...
On-site
K-12 education programs
Public outreach mission
Virtual and in-person delivery
This position supports and advances the education and public outreach mission of McDonald Observatory and The University of Texas

Job Summary

  • This position supports and advances the education and public outreach mission of McDonald Observatory and The University of Texas.
  • Develops and delivers K-12 education program content and materials, both virtually and in person, and facilitates public programs.
  • The University of Texas at Austin provides an outstanding benefits package to staff, including competitive health benefits, paid time off, and retirement plans.

Matching Summary

This position supports and advances the education and public outreach mission of McDonald Observatory and The University of Texas.

Salary

$42,000+; Not specified; Competitive health benefits, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • K-12 education programs
  • public outreach mission
  • virtual and in-person delivery
  • customer service
  • teamwork and independence

Nice-to-have

  • astronomy interest
  • knowledge of night sky
  • amateur/professional telescopes
  • Spanish proficiency

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in education, public affairs, communication, or astronomy
  • Three years of experience in teaching, public speaking, museum, or education
  • Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation capabilities
  • Class 'C' operator's driver's license

Work Rights

Not specified

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