Job Details

School Outreach Coordinator

Position Number: 7142585
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Extension and Outreach

School Outreach Coordinator

Job Summary

As part of the Museum on the Move team, the School Outreach Coordinator visits 4th grade classrooms across Utah to lead engaging, standards-aligned science activities on five topics: Fossils, Plants and Animals, Archaeology, Rocks and Minerals, and the Great Salt Lake. Our goal is to deliver education programs that make science accessible and exciting, while also encouraging critical thinking and supporting student's learning of science practices and ideas. The Museum on the Move team also supports the needs of K-12 teachers and schools by designing and hosting teacher professional development opportunities that align with Utah SEEd standards. These include both standalone workshops and ongoing series like Museum Ecologist and STEM Rooted in Culture. We inspire curiosity, encourage critical thinking, and support student and teacher learning of science practices and ideas. We invite you to visit nhmu.utah.edu/educators/museum-on-move to learn more about our outreach program before applying.

Responsibilities
Work with fellow School Outreach Coordinators to develop and teach NHMU's 4th grade outreach program and K-12 teacher professional development programs.
Teach the Museum's 4th grade outreach program statewide (requires valid driver's license, ability to travel on extended trips up to a week-long as needed for delivering programs statewide; and may require 4-6 hours driving in a single day)
Wheel and lift teaching kits weighing up to 50 pounds (ramps and assistance available)
Collaborate with Museum staff, educators, and scientists to improve NHMU's work with K-12 teachers and students, and develop programming aligned with Utah's SEEd Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and best practices in STEM education
Support an inclusive culture in the workplace and classroom, strive to broaden participation in STEM programs, and promote equity in STEM programs
Support program budget, reporting, and communication for assigned programs
Develop and maintain relationships with partner organizations and community

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience), and two years related experience required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences
Two or more years formal/informal education experience (volunteer, intern, paid) or experience in related science field
Bachelor's degree in education, science or related discipline
Demonstrated interest in museum education, science education, outdoor learning, community outreach, equity in STEM, curriculum writing, and teacher professional development
Bilingual in one of Utah's Dual Immersion languages (Spanish, Portuguese, French, or Chinese)
Experience presenting to audiences with a wide range of cultural backgrounds
Passion for natural history and for working at the Natural History Museum of Utah
Presentation skills and professional/academic writing ability
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal

Special Instructions
We welcome applicants with non-traditional backgrounds and alternative paths to achieving the required qualifications for this role. You are encouraged to apply if you feel your experience is equivalent to the required qualifications.

Requisition Number: PRN44956B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: This position is typically Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings, Saturdays, or Sundays as needed for outreach program delivery and teacher professional development programs. Driving to schools requires early morning starts during the school year. Several week-long trips are necessary in fall and spring.
Department: 00018 - Utah Museum of Natl Hist Oper
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 42000 to 51699
Close Date: 6/7/2026
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/201668