Budget Management, Budgeting, Conferences, Copying Machines, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Data Management, EMC Proven Professional Certification (EPP), Educational Technology, Leadership, Learning Management System (LMS), Mentoring, Office Equipment, Onboarding, Online Training, People Management, Physical Demands, Progress Reports, Project/Program Management, Real Estate Appraisals, Reporting Skills, Security Monitoring, Spreadsheets, Status Reports, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Willing to Travel, eCos, eLearning
Position Title: Assistant Program Director of Educator Preparation
Classification: Full Time
Department: Academics
Reports To: Directors of Educator Preparation
Position Summary:
The Assistant Program Director of Educator Preparation will support the Executive Director of ResponsiveEd 180 Educator Preparation Program (180 EPP) and Alternative Certification Program Director by assisting with the management and oversight of the budget and day-to-day tasks of the ResponsiveEd 180 Educator Preparation Program (180 EPP). The Assistant Program Director will work closely with the Program and Executive Directors of 180 EPP to ensure the scope and direction of the EPP is on schedule and will work with various departments to support the program development. The Assistant Program Director will work with the 180 EPP leadership to develop data and reports to be presented to the ResponsiveEd executive leadership team on the progress of program development and implementation.
Education / Certification:
- Master's Degree (required) in Education or a related field
- Current and valid Texas teaching certification for 180 EPP certification area(s)
- Campus or program leadership experience (preferred)
- Current and valid Texas Principal certification (preferred)
Experience:
- 5+ years of teaching experience in Texas public school
- Supervisory experience (preferred)
- Experience with instructional technology, including online learning and data management systems (preferred)
- Certified as a T-TESS appraiser (preferred)
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Complete all required training, including but not limited to lead4ward Teacher Induction Training of Trainers, Teach Like a Champion (TLAC), Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support Systems (T-TESS) appraiser certification, Advancing Educational Leadership (AEL)
- Assistance in maintaining an up-to-date budget for the program
- Assists in managing the security and oversight of confidential and auditable 180 EPP candidate data
- Analyze and compile data on the success of the program and market capacity for growth
- Support the 180 EPP leadership in overseeing the program development and expansion
- Supports Program Director in ongoing progress monitoring and tracking of applications and candidate progress throughout the program
- Supports 180 EPP leadership in coordination and oversight of personnel to assist candidates on their path to teacher certification
- Maintain a comprehensive understanding of state certification requirements and ensure program alignment with Texas Education Agency (TEA) and State Board of Educator Certification (SBEC) standards and guidance
- Assists in the coordination and scheduling of 180 EPP candidate eligibility for state testing (TExES) and certification (probationary, intern, and standard)
- Supports the maintenance of accurate entries in the state database Accountability System for Educator Preparation (ASEP), Educator Certification Online System (ECOS), and Title II federal reporting databases
- Stays current with Texas Administrative Code (TAC) and Texas Education Code (TEC) rule changes and adoptions and communicates necessary updates
- Work collaboratively with TCPA campus leaders to orchestrate field-based experiences and internship placement.
- Develop spreadsheets, diagrams, and process maps to document needs
- Provide progress reports outlining project status
- Develop a thorough understanding of state certification requirements for Educator Preparation Programs
- Work collaboratively with Teacher Induction Program Manager to support 180 EPP candidates and mentor teachers
- Participates in professional development online training sessions and in-person conferences provided by TEA and other relevant educator preparation affiliates
- Remains current on knowledge of ResponsiveEd and 180 EPP policies and procedures related to this position
- Assists in candidate onboarding to program and supports candidate instruction and training
- Willing and able to travel to supervision sites within Texas
- All other related duties as assigned
Equipment Used:
- General Office Equipment such as a computer, copy machine, scanner, etc.
- Various software applications include but are not limited to Microsoft Suite Applications, Google Suite Applications, Smartsheets, Canvas LMS, Zoom Web Conferencing, etc.
Physical / Environmental Factors:
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Responsive Education Solutions considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital status, veteran or military status, disability, or any other legally protected status. ResponsiveEd is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Occasional district and statewide travel: occasional prolonged and irregular hours.
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