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University of Colorado Denver
T-PREP
Instructor, Trinidad State Valley Residency Coordinator – 30808 Faculty Description
University of Colorado
Denver
Department: 30063 – SEHD CCEL
Job Title: T-PREP Trinidad State College (Valley) Residency
Coordinator
Position #: 00792373 – Requisition #: 30808
The Partnership for Rural Educator Preparation (T-PREP) in the University of Colorado Denver’s School of Education & Human
Development collaborates with a range of Colorado’s rural community colleges to offer pathways for individuals living in rural Colorado to
earn an undergraduate degree and become a certified teacher without leaving their local communities. Candidates in T-PREP at Trinidad State
College (TSC) earn an Associate’s degree from TSC and a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Education and Human Development (SEHD) from CU Denver
in a seamless program delivered locally on either the TSC main campus in Trinidad or on the Valley campus in Alamosa, Colorado. The first
half of candidates’ coursework is offered by TSC and the second half is offered by CU Denver in courses delivered locally in face-to-face
settings or online. The T-PREP at TSC (Valley) Residency Coordinator is one of the key personnel for the T-PREP pathway and will (a) will
support T-PREP candidates enrolled in T-PREP education pathways (b) will be an employee of CU Denver; and (c) collaborate and receive
support from both CU Denver and TSC administrators.
Supervision Received
The TPREP at TSC (Valley) Residency
Coordinator will have an office on TSC’s Valley campus in Alamosa, Colorado and will report to Valerie Sherman, Director of T-PREP at CU
Denver.
Supervision Exercised
Supervisory responsibilities as determined by the Associate Dean.
Examples of Work Performed:
Recruitment & Admission
- Collaborates with recruitment staff from
TSC, CU Denver, and a range of ECE and district partners to ensure program is highlighted in all recruitment efforts and staff have
up-to-date, high quality materials that clearly communicate key aspects of the T-PREP program - Supports interested students
in connecting with key personnel at TSC and/or CU Denver to facilitate admission and financial aid processes
Advising &
Learning Community Development
Collaborates with advisors at TSC and CU Denver to ensure all advising materials are accurate,
including articulation agreements and advising forms
Supports students on the TSC campus which will include some travel and designing
distance advising structures
Leads development and supports facilitation of a Learning Community infrastructure for T-PREP students in
the first two years at TSC and last two years as CU Denver students connected to the ed preparation curriculum.
Supports students in
connecting with key advising staff at TSC and CU Denver
Curriculum & Instruction Supports
Assists in the coordination of
instructors teaching T-PREP courses at TSC, and CU- Denver face-to-face courses delivered at TSC to develop a collaborative teacher
education instructor community that meets regularly to ensure alignment and coherence within and across clinical blocks of coursework as
well as identify necessary student supports.
Collaborates with TSC and CU Denver leaders to facilitate a summer professional
development institute for all current and new instructors from TSC
School Partnerships & Clinical Supervision
Initiates and
facilitates ongoing partnerships with local area schools and community- based programs where T-PREP students engage in varying levels of
clinical experiences
Works to lead and provide ongoing supervision, coaching and feedback to all T-PREP students in early field
experiences and residency year internships
Collaborates to develop connecting seminars for all students in early field experience
blocks and the collaborative learning community seminars for candidates during residency year internships
Works with other instructors
to complete all clinical evaluations for all candidates
In collaboration with local school district personnel and community-based
partners, provide support to mentor teachers in their roles. Also problem-solves issues students and/or school partners may
experience.
Teaching
Teach at least one course a semester (Other teaching may be available for additional pay).
Why Join Us:
The School of Education and Human Development at the University of Colorado Denver is a statewide and
national leader for educational quality, access and equity across the education lifespan, birth through higher education. Our undergraduate
and graduate programs prepare and inspire education and mental health leaders to have a profound impact in fostering student opportunity,
achievement and success in urban and diverse communities. We believe that all students, diverse in race, ethnicity, economic resources,
language, fluency, abilities, geography, first-generation status, age, gender and sexual identities, deserve access to an excellent
education. Our academic programs, our world-class faculty and our curriculum reflect this philosophy of inclusion and social justice.
Through innovative research and partnerships, we strive to be passionate agents of change, inspiring upcoming generations to learn from the
past and shape the future. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion works toward a more just and compassionate world.
The
University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition
benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/e
mployee-services/benefits-wellness.
The University of Colorado Denver
is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a
culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with
disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in
education and employment.
The School of Education & Human Development’s Equity, Diversity & Inclusion approach is described here: https:/
/education.ucdenver.edu/about-us/equity-diversity-inclusion
Minimum
Qualifications:
- A master’s degree in education or related field
- A strong base of teaching experience,
particularly working with diverse student populations. - Leadership experience in schools, project coordination, and student
support services
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in higher education, preferably
teacher education - Experience in teacher development, including mentoring and instructional coaching
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of and experience in PK-12 education and teacher education settings.
Knowledge and experience with local public schools and community-based partners.
Knowledge of social, academic, and financial
resources and supports for underrepresented students in higher education.
Knowledge of and experience in working with diverse
communities.
Proficiency in use of computers for technical writing, project planning, communications, dissemination, and database
management.
Ability to:
Provide leadership to coordinate complex and detailed tasks related to: ECE and elementary program
structures at both TSC and CU Denver; program delivery; developing a local teacher education community; local school and community-based
program relations; and support services to enhance retention and success of underrepresented students in higher education.
Collaborate with others to design and implement teacher education curriculum.
Work with diverse populations, demonstrating high
levels of cultural sensitivity and responsiveness.
For full consideration, please submit
the following document(s):
1. Current curriculum vitae
2. Letter of application including the candidate’s interests, experiences
and qualifications related to the position responsibilities
3. The names, addresses, daytime telephone numbers and e-mail addresses
for three professional references, either attached to your resume/CV or uploaded as a separate document.
Applications are accepted
electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Please do not submit any of your
application material (via email) to the job posting contact.
If your
application is selected for further consideration, you may be asked to provide confidential recommendation letters from individuals who
have specific knowledge of the skills you possess that apply to this position.
Reference checks are a standard step in our hiring
process. We will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references.
$25,000 (0.5 position) plus benefits.
This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Statement:
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment
application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA
Coordinator at [email protected].
The University of Colorado Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure
environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all
prospective employees.
Qualifications
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References
Job Category
: Faculty Primary Location
: Denver Department: U0001 — DENVER & ANSCHUTZ MED CAMPUS – 30063 – SEHD CCEL
Schedule
: Part-time Posting Date
: Aug 7, 2023 Unposting Date
: Aug 13, 2023, 5:59:00 AM Posting Contact
Name: Valerie Sherman Posting Contact Email: [email protected]
Position Number: 00792373
To apply, please visit: https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=30808&lang=en
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