Summary To find additional information on "What Is DHA" and to view and/or apply to current DHA opportunities listed on Air Force Civilian Service's "Direct Hire Job Board", please click here. In this position you will coordinate site operations of the DoD STARBASE program (a hands-on, minds-on 5-day STEM academy on Edwards AFB that serves underprivileged and underrepresented students across the Antelope Valley) and supervise the STEM education program for elementary/middle school children. Responsibilities For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities at least 25% of the time. Represents the local STARBASE site as area coordinator and technical advisor to local boards of education. Confers with the Deputy Director, 412th Test Wing Plans and Programs, in the development and implementation of STARBASE goals and objectives. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. In order to qualify, you must meet the Individual Occupational Requirements located here and specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions. Basic Requirements: Degree: that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours appropriate to the work of the position to be filled. The course work must have included study in at least four of the following five areas: Learning theory, psychology of learning, educational psychology: Study of learning theories as they relate to the systematic design, development, and validation of instructional material. Instructional design practices: Study of the principles and techniques used in designing training programs, developing design strategy and models, and applying design methods to the improvement of instructional effectiveness. Educational evaluation: Study of the techniques for evaluating the effectiveness of instructional/educational programs, including developing written and performance tests and survey instruments, and determining reliability and validity of evaluation instruments. Instructional product development: Study of the techniques appropriate for developing training materials, including identifying learner characteristics, specifying objectives, applying training strategy, validating training materials, and evaluating training. Computers in education and training: Study of the application of computers in education and training, including selecting appropriate computer software. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02 or equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 in the Federal Service. Specialized experiences is to supervise a STEM education program for elementary/middle school children; knowledge of the methods and techniques of instruction and practical knowledge of program management. Run the STARBASE program, coach and develop staff, and do community outreach. KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the principles, methods, practices, and teaching techniques of STEM curriculum for K-12. Skill in applying this knowledge to designing, evaluating, or revising lessons, materials, aids, methods, etc. Knowledge and skill to develop a substantial amount of STEM information and produce original material incorporating different developments, approaches or specialized fields of knowledge. Knowledge and skill to serve as a resource consultant and advisor to program administrators and subject matter personnel. Skill in providing advice, guidance, and authoritative consultant services throughout the organization on matters pertaining to the specialty field. Knowledge of cost-estimating procedures in order to estimate cost for program operations and classroom curriculum delivery. Knowledge of instructional techniques in an elementary and/or middle school setting at the level of eligibility for teacher certification. Knowledge of local school district operations and procedures in order to provide a more cooperative working relationship. Knowledge of management skills needed to successfully operate a STARBASE program. Knowledge of effective Marketing Skills needed to better promote the STARBASE program in the local community, military base, and school districts. Desired Skills: Demonstrated history of successful teaching in a K-12 classroom. An active teaching credential. Desired graduate degree (Masters, Ed.S, Ed.D) in an education discipline is preferred. Must provide copies of official Bachelor's transcripts (include Masters, EdS, or Doctorate's if applicable). Knowledge of NGSS, CTE, and ISTE standards. Skill with developing and coaching teachers. Knowledge of management skills needed to successfully operate a large-scale education program. Education Additional Information Please note: Positions in this field/series may or may not be available, depending on current manning. For the most up-to-date notifications on available positions, we recommend candidates subscribe and complete their profile at (https://afciviliancareers.com/subscribe), indicating their position and location preferences. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. Direct Hire Authority: NO 6-MONTH WAIT! Recently retired and/or retiring from MILITARY service ARE eligible for immediate appointment for AFTC positions. The 180-day waiting period has been waived for AFTC to hire recently retired and/or retiring service members. Air Force Civilian Service Employment Benefits: Paid Time Off: 11 Federal Holidays off per year Vacation time (Annual Leave) accumulates based on length of employment. Starts at 13 days (104 hours) per year and up to 26 days (208 hours) per year 13 sick days per year (104 hours) Retirement: Pension: Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) 401K: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) available with up to 5% agency matching Health & Wellness: Various Medical, Dental & Vision packages to choose from for entire family Flexible Spending Account Federal Long Term Care Insurance, and Life & Disability Insurance Work/Life Balance: Family and Medical Leave Act Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Flexible Work Arrangements (dependent on position) Career Development: Tuition Assistance & Professional Development opportunities Career enhancement and promotion opportunities To learn more about our benefits, please check out the AFTC Benefits Trifold at https://simplebooklet.com/230809aftcbenefitstrifold_v5_. 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