What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Dean and Director of Teacher Education position at Carlow University?
Carlow University is now accepting applications for our Assistant Dean and Director of Teacher Education position. The Assistant Dean and Director of Teacher Education will be responsible for effective leadership and management of educator, specialist, and administrative certification programs and state and national teacher accreditation. Reporting to the Dean of the College of Education and Social Work, the Assistant Dean will serve as liaison to the Pennsylvania Department of Education for state licensure and coordinate compliance and assessment for certification programs. This is a 12-month, full-time academic staff appointment with teaching responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A doctoral degree in Education awarded by a USDE-recognized institutional accrediting agency.
- At least 5 years of full-time teaching in PreK-12th grade education.
- At least 5 years of full-time teaching experience in higher education teacher preparation
- This higher education experience must include:
- Title II reporting and national teacher education accreditation experience
- State-level certification and licensure experience for educator preparation
- Assessment and data management in teacher education
- Administrative experience including program planning, program design, and teacher education program evaluation/assessment
- Scholarship (e.g., scholarship of teaching and learning).
- Strong project management and Excel skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Desire to work in a highly collaborative and growing academic College
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
- Serve as certification officer for Carlow’s teacher and administrative certification programs and School Social Work certificate program
- Complete annual PDE reporting and Title II report
- Lead program review and assurance document process in collaboration with program directors and faculty
- Participate in State-level meetings and conferences
- Lead and facilitate national teacher accreditation process
- Ensure program syllabi are consistent with university policy and accreditation standards
- Encourage and coordinate new certification program development efforts
- Serve as liaison with PDE and professional and community agencies
- Manage data collection and assessment system
- Coordinate alumni outreach and ACT 48 professional development programming
- Teach four classes per year
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
- Cover letter outlining alignment of position with qualifications
- Updated Vitae
Carlow University is Devoted to....
- A culture of integrity, dignity and respect for all
- A strong commitment to social justice
- Ethical forward-thinking leadership
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life & disability benefits package
- Tuition benefits for undergraduate and graduate programs
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- Wellness and Employee Assistance Program
- Complimentary use of Carlow’s fitness center and amenities
Successful candidates must be committed to envisioning the future of liberal arts and professional education in a rapidly changing environment; have experience working with diverse populations; actively support Carlow’s commitment to equity, inclusion, and community; and be able to articulate how they will contribute to Carlow University’s Catholic, Mercy mission and values through their teaching, scholarship, and service.
Carlow University is a comprehensive Catholic University situated in a culturally rich and diverse urban setting of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1929 by the Sisters of Mercy, an international community of Roman Catholic women with a mission to serve the poor, the sick, and the uneducated. Carlow is an institution grounded in the liberal arts while also offering strong professional programs, committed to engaging its diverse community in a process of life-long learning, scholarship, research, and service. Degrees are offered at the baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral levels. Carlow University aims to provide transformational educational opportunities rooted in social justice for a diverse community of learners, and to empower them to excel in their chosen work as compassionate, responsible leaders in the creation of a just and merciful world.
Carlow University employees commit themselves to the highest standards of ethical conduct. They commit to act with integrity, treat others with respect and dignity, carefully steward the University's resources, avoid conflicts of interest or commitment, maintain confidentiality, and to comply with legal and professional obligations.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and
responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
