Assistant Director of Teacher Preparation, Clinical Practice, and Certification

Posting Details Posting NumberS200Classification TitleS180Working Title Assistant Director of Teacher Preparation, Clinical Practice, and CertificationDepartmentCompliance & CertificationHome CampusLock HavenBargaining UnitNon-representedWork LocationHome CampusPosition TypeManagementTemporary/ PermanentPermanentFull-time/ Part-timeFull-TimeIf Part-time, specify percentage (Examples: 0.75; 0.50; 0.25)Benefits The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education provides a comprehensive package of employer benefits to eligible employees and their enrolled dependent(s), which include*:Medical and prescription drug benefits.Generous retirement plans, two options:Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP)State Employees’ Retirement System (SERS)Tuition benefits for employees and dependents.Paid time off.Employer-paid dental and vision benefits.Employer-paid life insurance.Voluntary insurances and additional retirement programs.*Specific benefits may vary based upon university, employee group and/or collective bargaining unit. Visit: http://www.passhe.edu/inside/HR/syshr/healthcare/Pages/Summary-of-Benefits.aspx for additional information regarding benefits.To be eligible for most benefits, you must be a permanent, full-time employee (including temporary, full-time faculty with at least an academic year contract) or a permanent, part-time employee (including temporary, part-time faculty with at least an academic year contract) who is scheduled to work every pay period for at least 50% of full-time hours.Start Time8:00AMEnd Time4:30PMHours Per Week37.5 hours per week Days Worked (Check all that apply)Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, FriSalaryCommensurate with ExperienceAnticipated Start DateFall 2024Anticipated End DateNone Position Summary Information Position PurposeThe Assistant Director of OTPCPC is responsible for providing leadership and coordination for student teaching and educational field experiences within the Educator Preparation Programs (EPP) (CAEP, PDE). The Assistant Director serves as a liaison among local and regional PK-12 school administrators, teachers, university faculty members, and EPP students. Additionally, the Assistant Director will support the role of compliance required by PDE for students and alumni to apply for Teacher Certification.Description of DutiesProvides leadership and coordinates field and clinical experiences for the college and EPP programs based on PDE and university requirements and expectations (accreditations, program review and approval).Represents the Teacher Education EPP’s on- and off-campus to a variety of constituents, including students, faculty, teachers, administrators, and other community agencies and stakeholders.Plans, coordinates, and executes student teacher workshop experiences that reflect field needs and prepare student teachers for the experience.Plans, arranges, and executes cooperating teacher education, including workshops, faculty meeting visits, and individual training sessions.Provides Education Unit placement direction for student teacher assignments and university supervisors for student teachers.Coordinates student teacher placements in the field with special attention 1) to ensuring a point of contact on-campus, 2) to providing the field with anticipated procedures and consistent expectations, and 3) to ensuring field experiences augment and enrich student learning.Works individually with students who are interested in pursuing student teaching placements outside of the geographic designation; establishes placement sites; leads special application processes and assists in obtaining agency agreements.Works with university supervisors and school district teachers and administration to insure a successful learning experience.Works with university supervisors and the Educator Preparation Program Deans and Department Chairs when necessary to resolve conflicts and establish remediation plans.Supervises the assigned clerical support.Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws; Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.Provides problem solving and ongoing communication with the Education Unit and University administration regarding field experience issues and complaints.Works with university legal counsel when necessary.Provides ongoing leadership while clinical and field placements are taking place and works with EPP professors, Department Chairs and Deans when necessary to solve concerns and positively influence student learning.Provides direction in forums related to teacher education, including the PK-16 Advisory Council and the Teacher Education Advisory Council.Manages the teacher certification process at CU, including student education, PDE Gate matriculation, PDE TIMS verification, and verification forms/letters.Co-Manages the EPP’s required regulatory clearance policy, including student education, clearance verification, and mediation for clearance issues.Articulates and represents the EPP’s policy decisions in the Student Teaching and Early Field Experience Handbooks as per PDE and University policy and procedures.Manages the Field Experience and Cooperating Teacher In-Service budgets.Identifies needs related to Educator Preparation Program Workforce Development needs in the service region and beyond and works collaboratively to meet those needs.Maintains the ETS Roster of Attending Students for the EPP’s and college.Maintains and works with assigned teams to support the OTPCPC assessment processes in the CU and external data systems (e.g. USDOE Title II, CPAST, PDE, CAEP) and to produce deadline specific reporting and compliance.Performs related duties as assigned by the Dean and Associate Dean for the college.Decision MakingExercise sound judgement in decision making and making effective decisions related to areas of responsibility in a timely and responsive manner. For example:Manage several projects simultaneously to meet deadlines in a timely manner.Sort, organize and disseminate information to Dean and other stakeholder groups.Carry out duties in a team-oriented environment, working collaboratively with the College, University, and external agencies and accreditors as appropriate.Analyze data used in completion of surveys and for external reporting requirements.Coordinate special projects through planning, design, implementation, and analysis stages.Present data and information to others internally and externally through strong written and oral communications.Represents the office on committees, attends professional meetings, and provides consultative services as needed.Make presentations and provides training and education to the campus and outside community including for stakeholder meetings and feedback for continuous assessment and EPP improvements.Performs other duties as assigned.Fiscal ResponsibilityAssist of the Dean of the college and the Director of OTPCPC in generating, monitoring, projecting, and evaluation of programming budgets.Oversee financial remuneration to PK-12 school cooperating teachers.Oversee the department budget for the OTPCPC.Supervisory ResponsibilitySupervise and effectively manage the activities and responsibilities of administrative assistants and work study students through assignments, review, and monitoring of work.Minimum Requirements ProfileCompleted master’s degree in education or a related field from an accredited higher education institution;OR5 years related successful experience and/or education and valid teaching certification in a PK-12 area/level.Preferred QualificationsSuccessful PK-12 teaching experience.One year of related management and supervisory experience.Experience with supervision and evaluation of student teachers and/or teachers.Background as a cooperating teacher and/or manager.Experience in Educator Preparation initial and advanced programs in an accredited institution of higher education.Experience with or experience in a PK-12 environment with diverse populations.Knowledge of and experience with leading in technology systems in a data informed academic environment with accountability to regulatory, accreditation, and compliance requirements.A record of successful relationships with PK-12 districts and school and community stakeholders.Applicant Rating CriteriaKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesEffective communication skills, verbal and written.Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of constituent groups including students, University departments, staff, and faculty; visual, auditory, and speaking skills.Ability to use software application programs such as word processing, excel, spreadsheets, e-mail, and effective use of phone, keyboard, and other office equipment.Student development and student learning theories as they pertain to higher education.Fiduciary responsibilities and budgeting.Issues currently affecting higher education including accountability, state and federal regulations, FERPA rulings, ADA and disability requirements, human resources regulations, strategic planning, long range planning, and quality assessment.Project management from initiation to final analysis.Human resources management.Adherence to and knowledge of College and University policies and procedures.Essential Functions1. Sitting – 80%; Walking – 10%; Standing – 10%; Squatting – 3%, Bending – 3%2. Working indoors – 95% and Outdoors (for errands) – 5%.3. Frequent lifting of objects weighing less than 10 pounds.4. Occasional lifting of objects weighing 25 pounds or greater.5. Occasional pushing/pulling objects weighing 25 pounds or greater.6. Frequent reaching for objects at, above and below shoulder.7. Frequent twisting at waist and stretching to reach objects.8. Occasional fine manipulation with hands.9. Frequent simple grasping; occasional power grasping.10. Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).11. Reading skills including understanding written direction.12. Writing skills in preparing and organizing documents.13. Sensory skills, i.e., visual, hearing, and speaking.14. Keyboard skills. Posting Detail Information Open Date mm-dd-yyyy09/04/2024Close Date mm-dd-yyyyOpen Until FilledYesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsFor full consideration, applications must be received by September 18, 2024.Finalists for this position must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process.Completing this search is contingent upon available funding.Background ClearancesOffers of employment are conditional, pending successful completion of the background clearances mandated by Act 153 of 2014 and Board of Governors Policy 2014-01-A: Protection of Minors. In order to qualify for a provisional appointment, the Applicant Acknowledgement Consent Form, Provisional Hire Form, Pennsylvania State Police and Justifacts portion of the clearance process must be successfully completed prior to your start date. The remaining PA Child Abuse History Clearance and FBI Clearance must be successfully completed and returned as soon as possible within the first 90 days of employment.Diversity StatementAt Commonwealth University we recognize our responsibility to continuously support a living, learning, and working environment that values the diverse contributions from all members of our campus community. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion enriches our campus community and is instrumental to our institutional success. Commonwealth University strives to cultivate a campus climate that allows all members to embrace diversity, equity and inclusion as we achieve success both in and out of the classroom, in our work responsibilities, and in our professional lives beyond Commonwealth University. We uphold our commitment to DEI by:• Actively supporting and promoting the intellectual and personal growth of our students, inside and outside of the classroom.• Providing workshops, trainings, programs designed to broaden the knowledge and understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion within our campus community.• Ensuring that all learning and living environments throughout our campus are welcoming and capable of serving all individuals.Title IX/CleryThe University prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or family status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability in any decision regarding admissions, employment, or participation in a University program or activity in accordance with the letter and spirit of federal, state, and local non-discrimination and equal opportunity laws, such as Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendments Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act.The University also complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crimes Statistics Act, as amended by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Title IX prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discrimination. VAWA imposes additional duties on universities and colleges to investigate and respond to reports of sexual assault, stalking, and dating or domestic violence, and to publish policies and procedures related to the way these reports are handled. The University has designated the Title IX Coordinator (Jennifer Raup, Elwell Hall, ORL, 570-389-4808, jraup@commonwealthu.edu or titleixcoord@commonwealthu.edu), to coordinate the University’s compliance with Title IX and VAWA and to respond to reports of violations. The University has directed the Police Department to coordinate the University’s compliance with the VAWA-related Clery reporting requirements. Additionally, inquiries concerning Title IX and its implementing regulation can be made to the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, Region III, The Wanamaker Building, 100 Penn Square East – Suite 505, Philadelphia, PA 19107; Phone: (215) 656-6010; Fax: (215) 656-6020.About Commonwealth University of PAThe Power of Three Bloomsburg, Lock Haven and Mansfield universities have joined forces to boldly transform higher education in our region and beyond. While we are uniting as Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, you can expect a college experience that is anything but common.We’re Honoring our History by preserving the founding principles of each campus and continuing our vibrant on-campus student experience, serving as pillars of our communities, supporting students and our neighbors alike.We’re Investing in Today by answering the greatest challenges facing higher education: accessibility, cost, quality, and relevance through the combined strength of our storied institutions.We’re Building a Powerful Tomorrow by boldly changing the trajectory of public education to position ourselves for growth, increased access, and to meet economic and workforce development needs in our region, across Pennsylvania and beyond.Quick Linkhttps://commonwealthu.peopleadmin.com/postings/2693
Salary: . Date posted: 10/22/2024

Location: Lock Haven, PA, US

Posted Date: 11/14/2024