Assistant Dean of Curriculum and Instruction

Description

About the Job 
The vision of the CCU Academy is to provide affordable online general education courses for high school students to help cut costs for families, prepare students for college, and provide an avenue for high school students to graduate with a high school diploma, CCU college credit, and even an associate's degree at the same time when they choose to pursue the A.A. in Liberal Arts track.    
    
The Assistant Dean of Curriculum and Instruction for CCU Academy is a full-time, non-exempt position, reporting to the Associate Dean of Academic Programs. The Assistant Dean supervises CCU Academy Support Analysts while assisting the Associate Dean and Dean of CCU Academy in the dual credit application processes, reviewing college-level curriculum and faculty credentials. This position also works with partner high school instructors and administrators to assist with curriculum and training needs and assists the Associate Dean of Academic Programs and the Dean of the CCU Academy in conducting professional development opportunities for partner high school instructors and administrators.     
    
About CCU    
   
Colorado Christian University is the premier interdenominational Christian university in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region, delivering world-class education to thousands of students. The fully accredited, nonprofit University is located in Lakewood, Colorado, a suburb of Denver.    
   
Colorado Christian University was founded in 1914. CCU's motto is--grace and truth. This motto comes from John 1.14: "And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, the glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth." (ESV)     
   
CCU's mission is Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth.    
   
Colorado Christian University cultivates knowledge and love of God in a Christ-centered community of learners and scholars, with an enduring commitment to the integration of exemplary academics, spiritual formation, and engagement with the world. We envision graduates who think critically and creatively, lead with high ethical and professional standards, embody the character and compassion of Jesus Christ, treasure the gospel, and who thereby are prepared to impact the world in their callings.    
   
CCU embraces an educational model that was present at the foundation of many of the great western and American universities. It is made up of three pillars—competence, character and Christ-centered faith. Secular universities have abandoned two of those pillars. We think this is a major oversight that eventually undermines education. Furthermore, we believe this classical educational model is both life-giving and greatly needed in our time.    
   
A leader in higher education, CCU has been consistently ranked in the top 2 percent of colleges and universities nationwide for its core curriculum by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni. CCU has had ten consecutive years of enrollment growth and has been named one of the five fastest-growing master's granting universities by The Chronicle of Higher Education.     
   
CCU offers more than 200 degree program options for traditional and adult students through its two colleges--the College of Undergraduate Studies and College of Adult and Graduate Studies. More than 9,000 students attend the University on the main campus, in regional centers throughout Colorado, and online.    
  
What is most appealing about working at CCU?    

Faith-friendly: CCU's culture is unique to higher education. Where else can you pursue academic excellence yet read the Holy Bible, pray with teammates and students at work, and work to impact our culture in support of Christian values?

Convictionally Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.

Live out your calling: We are a traditional evangelical university where you can invest your God-given talents and abilities alongside coworkers and teammates, while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.

Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings and preparing them for positions of significant leadership in the church, business, government, education, and other professions, as a key part of our University's Strategic Priorities .

We're looking for candidates who have:     

A Master's degree in education, curriculum and instruction, or related field is preferred. 

Experience in secondary education (high school) or higher education.

Supervisory experience.

Excellent oral, written communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to create processes and procedures to improve program effectiveness.

Experience with high school and/or higher education curriculum development.

Ability to develop and execute strategic plans; open to new ideas and collaborates/communicates well with peers within administration and academics.  

Familiarity with database systems and technologies used within higher and secondary education.

Excellent technology skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, Salesforce, Filebound, Colleague, and Adobe Pro.

Strong organizational skills and work ethic, with the ability to work on various projects simultaneously to meet challenging deadlines with excellence.

Key Job Duties    

Contribute to CCU's mission: Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth. In this role, the Assistant Dean of Curriculum and Instruction for CCU Academy champions the mission of the University by providing opportunities for dual credit and dual enrollment students to experience transformative Christ-centered higher education. 

Supervises and supports CCU Academy Support Analysts and Academic GA(s) in the gathering and reviewing all required dual credit application documents.

Supports the Associate Dean and Dean of CCU Academy in the dual credit application process, including reviewing faculty and course applications, using application systems including, Salesforce, Filebound, Microsoft Office software, Adobe Pro, etc.

Provide customer service with partner schools addressing curriculum needs and faculty requirements.

Develop professional development materials and opportunities for partner school dual credit instructors and administrators.

Work closely with CCU Academy partner relations to solve school application barriers.

Visit schools in support of the Academy Representatives and Associate Dean of Partner Relations with course evaluations as needed.

Work in a collaborative team environment in order to meet the totality of assigned CCU Academy goals and objectives each academic year.

In collaboration with the Associate Dean of Academic programs, work closely and collaborate with the registrar's office to ensure the needs of the CCU Academy academics are met.

Support CCU's Student Life department through involvement in campus-wide programming, committees, and events.

Other duties in support of programs and student success as assigned by the Dean of the CCU Academy.

Work Environment    
   
While performing the duties of this job, you may be required to walk, stand, sit, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, speak with clarity, and have appropriate vision and hearing capabilities. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Colorado Christian University expects all faculty and staff to become a part of the University community by participating in activities and events that occur on the campus throughout the year, which may occur during evenings and weekends.    
   
What we offer our employees:    
   
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to all employees. Our benefit package includes: a tuition waiver program, excellent healthcare, generous paid time off, matching 403(b) retirement plan, and additional organizational paid benefits and voluntary benefit offerings. Pay and benefits will be discussed in more detail as candidates progress through the interview process.    
   
The pay range for this job is: $24.03 - 26.44 per hour. Pay is assigned by reviewing a combination of job-related factors that may include: internal/external pay equity, the salary structure/pay grade, or a candidate’s qualifications/experience for the job. A wage range posted is not a guarantee of a specific wage and CCU reserves the right to make pay decisions based on economic and equity considerations. CCU does not determine pay based on sex or any other protected status.    
   
   
   
   

Spiritual Requirements

Committed follower of Jesus Christ, who believes there is no salvation apart from faith in his atonement on the cross, by grace alone becoming "born again" thus beginning a personal relationship with Christ, the Son of God.

Able to effectively communicate personal faith and apply biblical principles and convictions in the workplace. Must have a strong sense of calling to the ministry of Colorado Christian University.

Regularly attend and be engaged in meaningful involvement in a Bible-believing evangelical local church. Knowledgeable about the Word of God and passionate about Christian education.

Must be a traditional evangelical Christian whose lifestyle is in consonance with sound Christian principles, is compatible with CCU’s Statement of Faith, and is in agreement with the Strategic Priorities promulgated by the University.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Colorado Christian University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status. CCU is committed to an environment free from discrimination and harassment and calls on every member of the university community to be vigilant in deterring and reporting all violations. CCU does reserve the right to exercise preference on the basis of religion in all of its employment practices. All employees who work at CCU must demonstrate a spiritual testimony consistent with our evangelical mission and follow our lifestyle expectations.