ASIM Secondary Science Biology Specialist for AMSTI Salary $0.00 Annually Location Florence, Alabama Job Type Staff Division Academic Affairs Department Alabama Math, Science, & Technology Initiative Opening Date 04/17/2026 FLSA Exempt Description Benefits Questions Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. The posted salary and/or position title may be adjusted dependent on the successful candidate's education, experience, and unique qualifications as they relate to the position. Sponsorship is not available for any staff positions and unless otherwise indicated within the posting information, is not available for most faculty positions. Description AMSTI is the Alabama State Department of Education's (ALSDE) initiative to improve STEM teaching statewide including improvements in individualized and integrated STEM subjects. ASIM is the high school science component of AMSTI. Regional assignments (schools/districts and grade levels/content areas) will be based on regional needs and are subject to change based on regional data. Salary will be based on education, experience, and the current AMSTI salary schedule for 11-month specialists. This is a grant-funded position. Initial and continued employment in this position is contingent upon funding by the sponsoring agency. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Essential Job Duties Professional Learning: Facilitate and/or participate in professional learning for teachers and/or administrators based on assignments and/or LEA needs, including online options; Assist AMSTI-ALSDE in developing and maintaining standardized, pre-approved professional learning offerings and supporting resources for AMSI/ASIM and/or for the ALSDE, including online options, and submitting them to ALSDE approval; Provide ongoing professional learning to AMSTI/ASIM teachers, certi?ed AMSTI facilitators, and/or instructional coaches; Assist IHEs with planning and conducting preservice and continuing education, and outreach activities; Participate in AMSTI/ASIM professional learning activities and staff meetings conducted by the ALSDE and Site Director, unless prior approval for absence is granted; Educator Support: Provide frequent, ongoing support and coaching to teachers, AMSTI/ASIM lead teachers, certi?ed AMSTI facilitators, instructional coaches, and/or administrators based on assignments and/or LEA needs as de?ned annually based on data; Assist AMSTI/ASIM teachers in effectively using common planning time and Professional Learning Communities to improve instruction; Assist in recruiting new AMSTI/ASIM teachers and/or facilitators; Conduct research on the effects of current math, science, and/or technology practices in AMSTI/ASIM classrooms, as requested by the ALSDE; Coordinate work through the AMSTI Site Director, collaborate with other specialists, and communicate with all stakeholders; Achieve and maintain pro?ciency in all standards, pedagogical content knowledge, and AMSTI/ASIM lessons and practices through AMSTI-ALSDE and approved outside professional learning opportunities, based on the AMSTI requirements; Instructional Materials: Work with general and materials managers to make site-level decisions based on teacher needs/requests; Some preparation, delivery, pickup, and maintenance of lesson materials and equipment may be required, including lifting (up to 50 pounds) and driving (box truck or delivery van); Provide feedback to the ALSDE regarding the customization of kits and materials to make them teacher/classroom friendly; General Duties: Maintain records (including financial) and complete paperwork in a timely manner, utilizing structures in Monday.com; Participate in the development, maintenance, and promotion of AMSTI/ASIM resources according to the resource development and PR requirements; Communicate with AMSTI Site Director, ASIMPI, and ALSDE in advance as it pertains to retirement or resignation plans (Under normal circumstances, a minimum of six-month advance notice is requested); ASIM/Secondary Science Specialist responsibilities include but are not limited to those listed in all categories above; Specialists may be required to perform other duties as assigned by the AMSTI/ASIM Site Director or AMSTI-ALSDE, including overnight travel; Perform all other duties as assigned. ADDITIONAL DUTIES: To be determined. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ability to drive up to 100 miles, one way; Ability to work under tight deadlines; Ability to communicate and work effectively and pleasantly with a variety of individuals and groups, both internally and externally; Successful problem-solving skills; Skills in writing and delivering verbal presentations to adults; Skills in teaching ASIM science lessons and managing ASIM science materials; Ability to effectively interact with a diverse array of staff, faculty, administrators, adult learners, and the public. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in science, science education, and/or a science related field is required; Master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university is preferred-preferably in science or science education; Minimum of three years of science teaching experience in an Alabama public middle and/or high school(5years preferred); Knowledge of and experience with AMSTI or ASIM programs is highly preferred; Teacher leader or instructional coaching experience is preferred. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS: Valid Alabama Teachers' Certification in Secondary Science is required; Clear status with FBI and ABI fingerprinting processes is required; Current, valid driver's license is required. Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants must upload a cover letter and resume at the time of application as well as provide contact information for at least three professional references. For questions, please email employment@una.edu or call 256.765.4291 and select option #2. Selecting an option other than #2 will result in a delayed response. UNA is an equal opportunity employer. We seek a wide range of applicants for our positions so that our core values will be affirmed. AMSTI 11-Month Benefit Summary - For more details regarding each benefit listed below, please visit the HR website at https://www.una.edu/humanresources/benefits or click on the links below. The benefits premiums listed below are effective March 1, 2026. Health Insurance UNA has a fully-insured group health insurance program with Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Alabama, which includes medical, prescription drug, vision, psychiatric, and substance abuse benefits for full-time university employees, and their eligible dependents. The University covers the full individual premium for eligible employees.Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama Health/Vision/RX - Monthly Premiums Tier Employee Cost UNA Cost Total Premium Employee $0.00 $728.36 $728.36 +Child(ren) $423.42 $778.36 $1,201.78 +Spouse $678.36 $778.36 $1,456.72 +Spouse & Child(ren) $786.88 $786.88 $1,565.24 Dental Insurance UNA also provides dental coverage through Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Alabama. The University covers the full individual premium for eligible employees. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama Dental - Monthly Premiums Tier Employee Cost UNA Cost Total Premium Employee $0.00 $29.61 $29.61 Family $39.07 $29.61 $68.68 Life Insurance UNA provides all eligible employees with basic life insurance at no cost to the employee. The basic life coverage level is 1.5 times the covered employees annual base salary with a maximum benefit of $400,000. Included with your basic life coverage is Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage at 3 times the covered employee's annual salary. The provider for this coverage is Symetra. As a member of the Teachers Retirement System of Alabama (TRS), eligible employees have life benefits available through the TRS. Also, for eligible active employees, a death benefit of the payment of accrued sick leave is paid to the employees beneficiary by the University. Long-Term Disability InsuranceThis coverage provides benefits after a 90-day period of disability. The monthly benefit is 60% of the covered employee's monthly base salary not to exceed $10,000 per month. The cost for this benefit is paid in full by the University for eligible employees and the provider for this coverage is Symetra. Retirement Plans The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama (TRS) is a defined benefit plan in which participation is mandatory for eligible employees. Eligible employees are categorized by the TRS as Tier I or Tier II members. Rates below are effective as of October 1, 2025 Tier I - Employee contribution rate is 7.5% for regular employees and 8.5% for law enforcement employees. Tier II - Employee contribution rate is 6.2% for regular employees and 7.0% for law enforcement employees. Voluntary TIAA-Cref 403(b) Plan - this retirement plan is a voluntary, supplemental, deferred compensation plan. Voluntary RSA-1 457 Plan - this plan is a voluntary, supplemental, deferred compensation plan offered by the Retirement Systems of Alabama. Supplemental (Voluntary) Benefits The University provide a $6.00 per month credit to eligible employees to offset the cost(s) for supplemental, voluntary benefits. All full-time regular employees are eligible for this benefit on the first day of the month following the completion of 90 days of employment. Flexible Spending Accounts - HealthEquity Cancer Insurance - Allstate Short-Term Disability Insurance - Fort Dearborn Life Life Insurance - Symetra Accident Coverage - Symetra Critical Illness Insurance - Symetra Hospital Indemnity Coverage - Symetra Vision Insurance - Vision Blue by VSP Air Evac Lifeteam Long-Term Care Insurance - LTCi Plans Remission of Tuition and Fees UNA provides remission of tuition to eligible employees and to their spouses and qualified dependent children. Paid Time Off Vacation Leave - AMSTI employees on an 11-month contract are eligible for 20 vacation days per year beginning on October 1 of each year. These days are not eligible to be rolled from year-to-year and are not payable if not used. Sick Leave - AMSTI employees on an 11-month contract are entitled to 88 work hours (11 workdays) of sick leave each year at the employees regular rate of pay regardless of length of service. Paid Holidays - Full-time, regular employees are eligible for paid holidays. Miscellaneous Benefits University ID Card (Mane Card) Athletic Ticket Discounts University Bookstore Discount Free Parking Credit Union Membership Kilby Laboratory School Employee Wellness Center Employee Wellness Program Faculty/Staff Meal Plan Travel Assistance Identity Theft Assistance Mental & Emotional Health Benefits Terminal Degree Assistance Program 01 Do you have a bachelors degree in science, science education, and/or a science related field? No Yes, in science or science education. Yes, in a science related field. No, but I have a higher level degree in science, science education, or a science related field. 02 Do you have a masters degree? No Yes 03 Is your masters degree in science or science education? No Yes, science. Yes, science education. 04 Do you have a minimum of three years of science teaching experience in an Alabama public middle and/or high school? No Yes, I have at least three years of science teaching experience in an Alabama public middle and/or high school. Yes, I have more than three but less than five years of science teaching experience in an Alabama public middle and/or high school. Yes, I have more than five years of science teaching experience in an Alabama public middle school and/or high school. 05 Do you have knowledge of and experience with AMSTI or ASIM programs? No Yes, AMSTI Yes, ASIM Yes, both 06 Do you have teacher leader or instructional coaching experience? No Yes 07 Do you have a valid Alabama teaching certificate in Secondary Science? No Yes, in Secondary Science. 08 Do you have clear status with both the FBI and ABI fingerprinting processes? No Yes 09 Do you have a current, valid drivers license? No Yes Required Question Employer University of North Alabama Division Academic Affairs Address 601 Cramer Way Florence, Alabama, 35632