Coastal STEM Education and Outreach Coordination for Oregon Coastal Communities

Oregon State University is seeking to award a sole‑source contract to Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition to provide coastal STEM education and outreach coordination for K‑12 schools and community educators across Oregon’s coastal regions. The contractor must have deep experience in place‑based, ocean‑focused curriculum development, teacher professional development, and community‑science programs, and must be able to align activities with Oregon Sea Grant and Oregon Coast STEM Hub objectives. This effort aims to strengthen coastal stewardship, improve student engagement in STEM, and support ongoing environmental monitoring initiatives. • Deliver K‑12 curriculum modules and lesson plans focused on Oregon coastal and ocean topics. • Conduct professional development workshops and ongoing support for coastal teachers and community educators. • Coordinate place‑based science projects, environmental monitoring, and stewardship activities in partnership with Oregon Sea Grant and the Oregon Coast STEM Hub. • Serve as the primary liaison among schools, community groups, and state agencies to ensure cohesive outreach. • Provide regular reporting and evaluation of program impact.