Assistant Director of Innovation and STEM Ecosystems

The George and Betsy Sherman Center

Established by a visionary gift to UMBC from George and Betsy Sherman, The George and Betsy Sherman Center is committed to excellent urban schools that transform lives in the communities they serve.

We believe that in every community, public schools have an extraordinary and unique capacity to offer opportunity and change lives. Within each school, committed teachers are the most important factor in whether the transformational power of education becomes real for students and families. Surrounding each school, community and family partners are essential for children to thrive, particularly in a child’s formative early years.

The George and Betsy Sherman Center is committed to expanding high-quality STEM learning opportunities and pathways for learners in southwest Baltimore and across Maryland. The Assistant Director of Innovation and STEM Ecosystems will lead the Maryland Invention Convention, build statewide and regional partnerships, and strengthen STEM education and career pathways for educators, young inventors, and scholars.

UMBC offers competitive compensation.  This role starts at $72,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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• Grow and maintain relationships on behalf of Maryland Invention Convention.
• Oversee Maryland Invention Convention State Competition.
• Provide support and professional development for educators.
• Identify and manage grant and sponsorship opportunities to support the Invention Convention and the STEM Ecosystem.
• Serve as the point of contact for the STEM Community Partners.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required
• 2+ years in STEM and/or innovation/invention education
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated understanding of and sensitivity to diversity and low-income communities
• Budget and/or grant writing experience

• Coursework in education, innovation education, or STEAM education
• Experience working with families and students from a variety of backgrounds
• 1-2 Years experience in program development, curriculum development, or training development
• Volunteer recruitment and management
• Bilingual English-Spanish
• The ideal candidate is highly organized, execution-oriented, and passionate about expanding access to hands-on, student-centered K–12 innovation and invention programming

A background check will be required. 

Upload a cover letter and a resume.  

UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):

Generous Leave which includes accruing:

• 22 Days of Annual Leave  
• 15 Days of Sick Leave  
• 15 Holidays
• 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

• 8 credit hours per semester
• Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness opportunities
• & Much more

Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position. 

Salary: $72,000 - $81,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.