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Position title:
Director of Teacher Education – Academic
Administrator
Salary range:
A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $99,253-$113,704.
The posted UC academic salary scales (https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/compensation/2023-24-academic-salary-scales.html) set the minimum pay
determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See the following table for the salary scale for this position https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2023-24/july-2023-acad-salary-scales/t34.pdf
Application Window
Open date: November 8, 2023
Next review date: Tuesday, Dec 5, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply
by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific
Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if
the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
Diego Department of Education Studies (http://eds.ucsd.edu) invites applications for the
position of Director, Teacher Education. This is a full-time, non-tenure track appointment (payroll title: Academic
Administrator).
The Teacher Education Program (TEP) in the Department of Education Studies is committed to preparing aspiring
teachers to create and promote justice-oriented learning environments through participation in and collaboration with diverse school
communities. TEP offers several undergraduate and graduate pathways that culminate in preliminary teaching credentials and Master of
Education (M.Ed.) degrees, including Multiple Subject Education, Single Subject Education (Science, Mathematics, English Language Arts, and
World Languages), Bilingual Authorization, and Education Specialist Credential in American Sign Language – English Bilingual
Education.
We seek a dynamic and forward-looking Director of Teacher Education to sustain and build upon our regional and national
reputation. The Director will provide leadership and administrative oversight for curriculum and instruction across all the Departments’
teacher education programs, foster excellence in teaching, and effectively represent program constituents at local, regional, state, and
national meetings. Core responsibilities include:
- Coordinate and write reports, program proposals, and assessments of the teacher
education programs and courses as part of the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing accreditation process; - Oversee program
recruitment, admissions, and scholarship processes; - Manage the annual budget, program expenditures, and fundraising
efforts; - Coordinate student teaching, resident, and internship placements and manage school district partnerships;
- Monitor
student teacher progress and address student conduct issues and faculty concerns; - Mentor and provide support to faculty related to
teaching and supervision; - Teach Credential and/or Master’s level courses.
The University of California is committed to
creating and maintaining a community dedicated to the advancement, application, and transmission of knowledge and creative endeavors through
academic excellence, where all individuals who participate in University programs and activities can work and learn together in a safe and
secure environment, free of violence, harassment, discrimination, exploitation, or
intimidation.
Department: http://eds.ucsd.edu/
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
- Doctorate in education or a related field with explicit connections to education;
- Minimum three
years K-12 public school teaching experience; - Knowledge of teacher education policy and practice in California;
- Record of
supporting teacher preparation and development in the service of diverse, marginalized communities; - Demonstrated commitment to
social justice and educational transformation.
Preferred qualifications
- Knowledge of California state teaching standards (TPEs), California Teaching Performance Assessment (CalTPA),
teacher credentialing requirements, and accreditation processes; - Valid and current clear California teaching
credential; - Experience teaching and/or collaborating with multilingual children, youth, and families;
- Minimum three years
experience supervising, guiding, or coaching educators; - Minimum three years experience leading, coordinating, or managing
educational programs; - Evidence of excellence in teaching in higher education and/or teacher preparation commensurate with
experience; - Established record of relationship-building and partnership activity with K-12 public school and/or school district
administrators; - Experience applying current theories and research related to teacher education and development in culturally and
linguistically diverse instructional or programmatic settings; - Background in administration, personnel management, and
budgeting; - Vision and creativity around program development, student recruitment, and external
funding.
Application Requirements
Document requirements
-
Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V. -
Cover Letter – Cover letter that describes your professional activities, teaching, and/or leadership experiences, and your approach to
teacher development. -
Statement of Contributions to Diversity – Applicants should summarize
their past or potential contributions to diversity. See our Faculty Equity site for more information. -
Teaching Evaluations (Optional)
Reference requirements
- 3-5 letters of reference
required
Apply link:
https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF03841
Campus Information
excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, covered veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC
nondiscrimination policy.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or
collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional
requirements.
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Job location
La Jolla, CA
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://www-hr.ucsd.edu/saa/nondiscr.html
