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1 person is interested
CPA - Board Member (Non-Profit)
ORGANIZATION: Neurodiversity Education Research Center
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1 person is interested
Better Autism Schools for Arizona Inc, the Arizona based Nonprofit and parent organization of Science Prep Academy has a mission to increase the successful participation of Neurodiverse students and young adults with Autism in the STEM workforce remains the same. Neurodiverse/Autistic students who want to transition into the STEM workforce benefit from research-based teaching strategies, curricula, and career preparation program models. STEM teaching strategies and workforce preparation programs embedded with social & emotional support reduces barriers to transitioning into sustainable employment.
Vision, Mission, Values:
Vision
We believe Neurodiverse individuals with Autism can become STEM professionals. The mission is to build a Neurodiverse STEM workforce by providing opportunities for academic, physical, social, and emotional growth through teaching and learning Science, Technology, Engineering, and
Mathematics (STEM).
Mission
Our strategy is to equip and prepare students for an emerging 21st Century global scientific workforce. This will be accomplished by the use of research-based teaching and learning strategies, high-performance standards, and sensory integration including behavioral, speech, and occupational support.
Core Values
Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, Positive Thinking, and Scientific Inquiry
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About Neurodiversity Education Research Center
Location:
515 E. Grant St, #150, Phoenix, AZ 85004, US
Mission Statement
NERC is an independent nonprofit research center dedicated to improving access to quality education and workforce development for Neurodivergent humans. Stakeholders in the neurodiversity community rely on us to solve problems that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach--one that integrates expertise across STEM education, social & emotional learning, and workforce development.
Description
Combining K-12 expertise and teaching and learning designs, we deliver reliable models, thorough social & emotional support, innovative methods, novel technologies, and sustainable programs that help to inform public policy and ground practice in evidence. We believe in the promise of access to quality education for all, and we push ourselves every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses around the world. Science Prep Academy, is NERC’s flagship STEM private school that has validated our innovative research-based education model that is designed to support neurodivergent students transitioning into college and career. Science Prep Academy is breaking ground in the areas of teaching and learning, vocational training, mental health, and adaptive recreation for neurodivergent students.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
October 10, 2020
SKILLS
- Financial Auditing
- Accounting
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training
- 1-2 Hours Per month