ANSEP K-8 Cultural Engagement & Education Facilitator

The Alaska Native Science and Engineering Program (ANSEP) is seeking a dedicated Cultural Engagement & Education Facilitator to join our team. ANSEP is committed to effecting systemic change in educational outcomes for students in STEM fields by building community, academic success, and cultural understanding from K–12 through higher education.

This role is a dynamic mix of cultural programming and core educational facilitation. You will split your time between delivering culturally responsive STEM activities—educating students about Alaska Native culture, values, and Traditional Ecological Knowledge—and managing day-to-day program operations. This daily support includes providing academic coaching, facilitating general STEM and life-skills activities, leading temporary staff, and supervising students during classroom, residential, recreational, and off-campus events.

The position works primarily with middle school students (grades 6–8).

To be successful as the Cultural Engagement & Education Facilitator, you should bring a strong background in middle school youth education paired with a deep familiarity with Alaska Native cultures, values, and traditions. You will thrive if you excel at taking cultural concepts and seamlessly weaving them into engaging, hands‑on STEM lessons for students of all backgrounds. Success in this position requires strong everyday classroom management, where you feel equally confident guiding youth through interactive science projects, supporting their academic growth, and coordinating daily logistics with program staff.

Candidates who excel in this role demonstrate sound judgment when supervising students across classroom, residential, and outdoor environments, along with the flexibility to adapt activities seamlessly as student needs or schedules evolve.

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Indigenous/Alaska Native Studies, STEM, Environmental Science, or a closely related field (or equivalent professional experience).

At least 1 year supervising youth programs, leading day‑to‑day educational activities, and facilitating hands‑on STEM or environmental science learning for K–8 youth (with an emphasis on middle school students). AND

At least 1 year incorporating Indigenous perspectives into educational programming, sharing Alaska Native cultural knowledge with youth, or working directly with communities and Tribal organizations.

Understanding of K–8 child and middle school adolescent development, classroom management, and youth engagement strategies, alongside knowledge of Alaska Native cultures, values, histories, Traditional Ecological Knowledge, and place‑based learning frameworks.

Must be at least 21 years of age.

Experience working with rural and/or Indigenous Alaska populations preferred.

Must be able to lift or move 25 to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.

Must possess a valid Alaska Driver’s License and a clean 3‑year driving record (eligible and willing to operate 15‑passenger vans for student transportation).

Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings, weekends, overnight residential supervision, and statewide events/travel as assigned.

This position is located on the UAA campus in Anchorage. This is a full‑time, term‑funded, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage.

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