Instructor

Kansas Energy Program (KEP), from Kansas State University Engineering Extension, invites applications for the full-time, on-site required, position of Instructor (energy educator). The Instructor will travel and provide energy related resources, equipment, and NGSS-aligned lessons to Kansas teachers and the public. The Instructor will be responsible for planning, organizing, facilitating, and teaching lessons created and provided by the Kansas Energy Program. While on-site work is required, flexibility with remote work is possible. Travel is anticipated to be 20% or less with majority of travel located within Kansas and not requiring overnight stays.

Responsibilities include the following:
* Plan, coordinate, promote, teach and evaluate energy-related lessons and activities. Programming will include but is not limited to: community outreach programs, after-school programs, school enrichment programs, and public events.
* Distribute, collect and report on program evaluations, participant engagement, and equipment deliveries.
* Assist and collaborate with the ongoing Benchmarking Project curricula and revisions.
* Assist in website maintenance for Educators.
* Performance responsibilities are not limited to those outlined in this description and may include any other responsibilities as assigned by the Director.

K-State Engineering Extension is the independent leader in technical assistance, training and outreach for the Carl R. Ice College of Engineering, disseminating knowledge to citizens of Kansas and the nation in service of the land-grant mission.
Our expertise focuses on the issues of pollution prevention, environmental compliance, radon and energy.

This position is On-site.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in science or education-related discipline, particularly science-related.
• Experience working with youth across multiple age groups in both formal and informal settings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Science-, Engineering-, or Education-related discipline.
• 5+ years or more of education experience.
• Hold a current Kansas teaching license.
• Familiarity with the Next Generation Science Standards and Energy Curricula.
• Self-motivation and ability to work with minimal supervision while balancing multiple projects.
• Possess computer skills including email, internet, and Microsoft Office Programs.
• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately with administrators, teachers, students, and Kansas Energy Program sponsors and partners.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Submit electronic copies of cover letter, resume, examples of applicant's writing, 3 references familiar with your professional training and/or experience (including their names, e-mail and post office addresses, and phone numbers).

For best consideration, apply by July 25, 2025.

$45,000 - $55,000