Department/Organization
212702 - CrossingPoints

Rank
Assistant Professor

Position Summary
This position is for a nine-month academic year, non-tenure earning appointment as CrossingPoints Certificate in Occupational Studies (CCOS) Program Faculty in the CrossingPoints Program in the College of Education.

Detailed Position Information
This position is for a nine-month academic year, non-tenure earning appointment as CrossingPoints Certificate in Occupational Studies (CCOS) Program Faculty in the CrossingPoints Program in the College of Education. Renewal of this appointment is contingent upon satisfactory performance, program needs, and availability of funding.
The CCOS program faculty will:
Teach specialized CCOS courses as assigned
Advise CCOS students in scheduling inclusive and specialized courses
Supervise UA undergraduate CCOS mentors, volunteers and, and practicum students assigned to the Academics domain
Ensure that CCOS students, staff, volunteers, and other program participants adhere to program protocols and regulations within the Academics domain
Implement CCOS students' individualized plans for inclusive and specialized academic participation
Assess and implement skills for fostering self-determination of CCOS students
Utilize person-centered planning to prioritize and support needs
monitor CCOS students' progress in the Academics domain
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Monitor and track CCOS students' progress by utilizing and reviewing a variety of data sources to ensure that CCOS students' are on track and making adequate progress towards meeting program and individualized requirements in areas of inclusive academics, employment, independent living, community participation, and leisure/ recreation for program completion
Ensure CCOS student schedules/ planned activities are documented in program calendar platform
Plan and coordinate Summer Bama Bound Orientation for admitted CCOS students
Provide periodic written reports to Program Director on overall and individualized CCOS student progress and issues pertaining to student access and participation in inclusive courses
Work with faculty in departments and colleges across the university to develop\establish inclusive academic opportunities for CCOS students
Organize and lead the semesterly CrossingPoints team course selection for each CCOS students and ensure timely registration of CCOS students in selected courses
Meet with each CCOS student and inclusive course instructor to develop a learning contract for each student at a minimum a week before Drop/Add period
Facilitate the registration of each new CCOS student with the Office of Student Disability Services
Work with inclusive course instructors to ensure midterm and final CCOS grades are submitted per the Learning contracts and documented in the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) monitoring document.
Plan and oversee the development of CCOS students' Person-Centered Plans and keep accurate documents of the PCPs and the ensure follow-through with Action Plans
Lead in the development of the Program of Study and Semester Reports for all CCOS students
Maintain an active research/publication record
Seek and submit grants related to the CrossingPoints program
Work collaboratively with other CCOS colleagues to ensure all essential program activities are coordinated and in synch with each domain
Oversee all CCOS study halls and supervise and support mentors assigned to study hall
Recruit volunteer mentors and practicum students to serve as domain mentors
Collaborate with CMT and other relevant key personnel in developing a plan for publicizing CrossingPoints activities and social media engagement
Monitor, analyze, and report content engagement on all CrossingPoints media platforms
Collaborate with relevant College of Education and Strategic Communication personnel to ensure adherence to relevant University policies
Ensure appropriate data collection, analysis, and periodic reporting to Program Director on all aspects of the role responsibilities
Prepare all necessary information for Program Director or designee to communicate with students and families on overall inclusive student campus involvement
Assume other reasonable job-related and service duties as assigned by Program Director

Minimum Qualifications
Earned doctorate or ABD in Special Education or Higher Education
Minimum 3 years' experience in an inclusive postsecondary program with for students with intellectual disabilities
Minimum 3 years' experience teaching in higher education
Ability to teach specialized courses for students with intellectual disabilities
Ability to collaborate with critical stakeholders in planning and implementing transition related instruction for students with intellectual disabilities
Commitment to excellence
Ability to develop and create media content, for press releases, social media messages, and visual content that inform the public about the CrossingPoints Program

Preferred Qualifications
Successful teaching experience in higher education or in an IPSE program Potential to pursue external funding Ability to pursue research on intellectual disabilities in postsecondary transition

Instructions and Required Materials for Application
Application Deadline: The review of credentials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Application Process: Please apply online at https://facultyjobs.ua.edu. A letter of application, unofficial transcript(s) of all undergraduate and graduate level coursework, vita, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references are required to complete the online application process. Further information about the college and program is accessible at www.education.ua.edu. Questions regarding this position can be directed to Dr. Kagendo Mutua at kmutua@ua.edu. Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience Starting Date: August 16, 2024

About the Division/College/School
For over 150 years, the College of Education has been dedicated to developing professionals with the expertise needed to advance the intellectual and social conditions of all learners. By effectively preparing graduates to pursue their pedagogical and scholarly endeavors, the College of Education aims to lead Alabama in teaching, scholarship, advocacy, and service. Our faculty's research, teaching, and service is widely recognized through their securement of external funding, national awards, professional organization leadership, established centers and offices, and outreach to the local, state, and national communities. Faculty in the college are free to pursue their passions, partner with the local communities, and excel in their many pursuits of academia.
The College of Education consists of six academic departments and 29 high-caliber programs, including opportunities that enable students to earn specialized degrees in teacher education, exercise science, and educational neuroscience. Through a robust offering of main campus options, online degrees, and certification programs, the College is poised to accommodate any learner. The College of Education is also home to the No. 1 competitive adaptive sports program in the nation, UA Adapted Athletics, and proudly supports their successes at their state-of-the-art facilities. With teaching, research, and outreach efforts that serve the local community and beyond, the College of Education continues to expand its footprint in both the world of academia and in our global society.
The College of Education is committed to advancing opportunities for all of its community members, including increasing and retaining faculty, staff, and students from a range of backgrounds and areas of expertise, creating a culture that welcomes a vibrant and global college community, and providing opportunities for faculty, staff, and students to develop competencies that support these efforts. For more information on the College of Education's commitments and efforts, please visit our website: https://education.ua.edu/

About the University
The University of Alabama, part of The University of Alabama System, is the state's flagship university. UA shapes a better world through its teaching, research and service. With a global reputation for excellence, UA provides an inclusive, forward-thinking environment and nearly 200 degree programs on a beautiful, student-centered campus.
A leader in cutting-edge research, UA advances discovery, creative inquiry and knowledge through more than 30 research centers. The University of Alabama has R1: Doctoral Universities - Very High Research Activity status by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education and is among the top doctoral research universities in the United States.
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Background Investigation and EEO Statement
Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
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