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Standing Committees

 

One of the most fulfilling ways to have an impact on science education is to participate at a national level.

Volunteer opportunities are available to NSTA members who would like to lend their skills, talents and passion for science learning to one of NSTA's standing committees, advisory boards, or panels.

 

Julie Luft
Julie Luft

President-Elect

President-Elect, Julie Luft is looking for dynamic and dedicated members who are ready to go beyond presenting at a conference and become engaged with the decision-making processes of the Association.

Serving on NSTA’s committees is a very rewarding experience. By serving NSTA, you are actively engaged in shaping the future of science education. As we are all trying to figure out new ways of thinking about high-quality teaching, this is your chance to be a part of these pivotal conversations by having your voice heard at a national level.

If you are willing and interested, but not sure which committee you’re interested in, take a moment to find descriptions on each committee below. You may apply for up to three committees. 

Now accepting volunteers through February 28, 2023.

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Additional Leadership Opportunities: NSTA Advisory Boards & Panels

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Preschool-Elementary Science Teaching

General Responsibilities: This committee shall review annually all NSTA policies, programs, and activities relating to the teaching of elementary science and see that the interests of preschool and elementary teachers of science are served by the Association. The Committee shall work together with other Division Committees on K–16 coordination. Additional charges may be directed by the President, requested by the Board of Directors, or initiated by the Committee and approved by the Board of Directors. The chairperson shall submit a semi-annual report to the Council including recommendations for action by the Board of Directors.

Middle Level Science Teaching

General Responsibilities: This committee shall review annually all NSTA policies, programs, and activities relating to the teaching of middle level science and see that the Association serves the interests of teachers at that level. The Committee shall work together with other Division Committees on K–16 coordination. Additional charges may be directed by the President, requested by the Board of Directors, or initiated by the Committee and approved by the Board of Directors. The chairperson shall submit a semi-annual report to the Council including recommendations for action by the Board of Directors.

High School Science Teaching

General Responsibilities: This committee shall review annually all NSTA policies, programs, and activities relating to the teaching of high school science and see that the interests of high school teachers of science are served by the Association. The Committee shall work together with other Division Committees on K–16 coordination. Additional charges may be directed by the President, requested by the Board of Directors, or initiated by the Committee and approved by the Board of Directors. The chairperson shall submit a semi-annual report to the Council including recommendations for action by the Board of Directors.

Post-Secondary Science Teaching

General Responsibilities: This committee shall review annually all NSTA policies, programs, and activities relating to the teaching of college science and see that the interests of college teachers of science are served by the Association. The Committee shall work together with other Division Committees on K–16 coordination. Additional charges may be directed by the President, requested by the Board of Directors, or initiated by the Committee and approved by the Board of Directors. The chairperson shall submit a semi-annual report to the Council including recommendations for action by the Board of Directors.

  

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