Coordinator of Candidate Supports, School of Education Professions (SEP), Part-Time

Description

About the Job

The Coordinator of Candidate Supports within the School of Education Professions (SEP) is a fully remote, half-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Dean of SEP. The Coordinator oversees the complete management cycle for several critical documents in support of the teacher candidate experience during and after program completion.  This position also supports program administration with various tasks related to program reports, documentation, and stakeholder communications.  At times this position will be interacting with K-12 partners, cooperating teachers, teacher candidates, state departments of education and CCU colleagues primarily by phone, email, or ZOOM meetings.  
 
This position will require that the individual work a flexible schedule not to exceed 20 hours per week over a twelve-month period. 
 
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 on two principles — grace and truth. CCU’s scriptural foundation comes from John 1:17: For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. (ESV)
 
CCU's mission is Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth.
 
A leader in higher education, the University 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 nine 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 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.
 
Scripture states all Christians are called to serve Christ and to minister to others. Because Christians are individuals with different gifts and callings, we serve Christ in a variety of ministry vocations. CCU invites you to explore how you may use your calling and gifts at the University.
 
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 Bachelor’s degree in Education

Teacher licensure (current or recent) and recent experience in a Prek-12 setting is preferred

Excellent written and oral interpersonal communication skills

Excellent document organization and data management skills

Demonstrated ability to work positively and effectively as a team member and as an individual contributor

Ability to demonstrate discretion and maintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA, university policies, and professional ethical standards

Ability to learn and effectively use the various university systems including MS Office (especially Excel), online learning management systems, ZOOM, and other web-based applications

Understanding of educator licensure processes in Colorado

Passion for Prek-20 education and dedication to student success

An approachable and proactive demeanor while delivering prompt accurate and kind customer service to all stakeholders (students, faculty, CCU staff, school districts, etc.)

Ability to be self-driven in a remote/virtual work environment while effectively managing multiple tasks

Key Job Duties

Mission Contribution CCU’s mission is Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth. In this role, the Coordinator of Candidate Supports contributes to the mission by contributing to the efficient processing of program and licensure-critical forms, as well as fostering timely communication with stakeholders, to ensure that our candidates are completing their academic and professional goals in the most seamless and customer-centric manner possible.

Manage the workflow of field experience Memorandums of Understanding, Certificates of Insurance, etc. with partner school districts and systems.

Assist in the records management of specified field placement forms.

Advise teacher candidates on School of Education field experience processes and requirements.

Manage the workflow for specified Colorado Department of Education-required reports, forms, etc. 

Develop communications, as needed, to assist teacher candidates in their pursuit of field experience completion.

Interact with CCU field coaches, as needed, to assist in field-related issues.

Manage the Approved Program Verification process for all licensure program graduates.

Work with Alternative Licensure candidates to successfully prepare their Statement of Assurance forms for SEP administrator approval.

Support SEP administration with special projects as assigned.     

Work Environment

This remote position requires working from a CCU-provided computer for many hours at a time. You may be required to work occasional irregular hours, including some nights and weekends.  Remote employees are not required to travel to CCU’s main campus for work. 
 
What we offer our employees:

Pay and benefits will be discussed in more detail as candidates progress through the interview process. F Pay will be assigned at a range of $20.00 - $22.00 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.
 
Application Deadline    
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.    
 
 

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.