The Fisher Fellow for Climate Science - Cranbrook Schools

The Fisher Fellow for Climate Science - Cranbrook Schools

Founded by Detroit philanthropists George and Ellen Booth in 1904, Cranbrook Educational Community is one of the world's leading centers of education, science, and art. Comprised of a graduate Academy of Art, contemporary Art Museum, Center for Collections and Research, House and Gardens, Institute of Science, and more than 1,600 students attending our Pre-K through 12 independent college preparatory Schools, Cranbrook welcomes thousands of visitors and students to its campus each year. Critics have called Cranbrook "the most enchanted and enchanting setting in America" and in 1989 it was designated a National Historic Landmark. The campus is located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, about 20 miles north of downtown Detroit. For more, please visit our website: www.cranbrook.edu.

The Fisher Fellow for Climate Science (FFCS) is a full-time, four-year position responsible for the development and delivery of new and existing climate-related programming at Cranbrook Schools and the Cranbrook Institute of Science. This new position will play an integral role in creating exceptional interactive experiences and partnerships between Cranbrook Schools and the Institute related to climate science and climate change. The work of the Fellow will focus on the development and delivery of engaging programs that leverage the resources of the Institute of Science, and which will increase understanding of the intersection between environmental, social and economic issues related to climate change, and the evolving pedagogy of how climate science is taught in K-12 schools as well as other related public contexts (museums, nature-related sites, etc.). The position will also serve as the primary liaison between the Institute and the PreK-12 Cranbrook Schools, in the creation of an emerging climate-focused curriculum at all grade levels at the Schools. A demonstrated expertise with climate science and at least five years of experience with formal or informal educational practice, preferably at the secondary and/or elementary level, is required.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Serve as a liaison and significant relationship builder between staff at the Institute of Science and Schools' faculty.
• Envision, develop and deliver climate-aligned educational programs for a wide range of grades and courses for students at Cranbrook Schools, with eventual application to other student-focused audiences at the Institute and elsewhere.
• Evolve tailored state-of-the-art curriculum and associated digital and written resources for K-12 learners related to climate science.
• Work with diverse Schools' audiences in a thoughtful and enthusiastic manner with a demonstrated understanding of global, national, and regional climate issues.
• Find ways to use the natural biodiversity of Cranbrook's 319-acre campus to full advantage in developing curriculum and programmatic experiences for students.
• Adapt programs in response to age, readiness, and feedback of participants.
• Support the professional development and academic needs related to climate science of Cranbrook Schools' faculty.
• Assist the Institute in the development of a new long-term exhibition focused on climate change, including adjacent curriculum and programming associated with it.
• Promote the Institute's resources (including staff) related to climate science and climate change to Schools' faculty and other Schools' constituencies, as appropriate.
• Present the outcomes of the Fellow's work at regional and/or national level educational conferences and workshops.
• Develop relationships with SE Michigan district administrators and educators.
• Participation in Cranbrook Educational Community IDEA (inclusion, diversity, equity, and access) learning opportunities.
• Opportunities, over time, to present the outcomes of the Fellow's work at regional and/or national-level educational conferences and workshops.

Requirements:

• Enthusiasm for subject matter and eagerness to share that enthusiasm with learners of all ages.
• Undergraduate degree or higher in a field of study in which climate science was a primary component, with an academic record of scholarly achievement or advocacy for climate science.
• A minimum of five years' experience teaching in formal and/or informal setting required with demonstrated success in developing and presenting science content in a school, museum and/or institution of higher learning. Certification in elementary or middle school education is preferred.
• A detailed understanding of the State of Michigan Grade Level Content Expectations for K-12 student curriculums.
• Demonstrated experience with and understanding of a variety of content delivery methods, with a particular focus on and affinity for hands-on, constructivist, and/or experiential methodologies.
• Demonstrated portfolio or proficiency in creating effective and highly engaging presentations and materials.
• Strong customer service, interpersonal, active listening, and public speaking skills.
• Must be goal oriented, have a demonstrated ability to work independently and to drive program success.
• Strong organizational skills to keep track of materials, schedules, and associated communications from program delivery team.
• Mature and professional attitude; reliable.
• Possess a valid Michigan driver's license with satisfactory driving record.

Cranbrook offers competitive compensation and benefits that include medical, dental, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability, and retirement programs with employer contribution. We also offer generous paid time off, 11 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays, employee discounts, and a unique environment in an educational setting that values collaboration.

For consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume.