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Posted: 10-Feb-24
Location: Los Angeles, California
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Categories:
Academic/Faculty
Business/Finance
Internal Number: 5007708
Program Director (Continuing Educator I) - Teacher Education and Partnerships (Contract)
University of California Los Angeles
Requisition Number: JPF09183
UCLA Extension is considered one of the top programs of its kind, offering to more than 35,000 students per year approximately 4,500 classes and non-degree certificate programs to meet the professional development, continuing education, and personal enrichment needs of the full spectrum of nontraditional students as well as companies and organizations throughout and beyond the Los Angeles region.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs (Arts & Education), the Director of Teacher Education (Continuing Educator) is responsible for the development and implementation of innovative professional programs and outreach designed to build upon and extend UCLA Extension's reputation as an educational leader in Los Angeles and beyond. The incumbent is responsible for the continued oversight of self-supporting K-12 teacher credentialing programs and is expected to initiate and grow new programming by monitoring emerging education and market opportunities, tracking policy and legislative trends, developing strong relationships with K-12 school partners, maintaining productive and collaborative connections with key campus partners, identifying grant opportunities and new revenue sources, and introducing creative new programs, certificates, and professional development programming.
The incumbent assumes academic and administrative responsibility for the development, implementation, marketing, fiscal management, ongoing evaluation, and supervision of teacher education programs. The role requires representing UCLA Extension through a number of regional networks and professional associations related to the education field as well as direct interaction with a variety of agencies that include: The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, the UCLA School of Education and Information Studies (SEIS), Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), the Los Angeles County Office of Education, charter school organizations, and community, business, and government organizations.
Under the direction of the Assistant Dean, the incumbent is responsible for the administration of a self- supporting cost center that currently generates approximately $1M annually and 1,500 enrollments. The incumbent coordinates and facilitates California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) accreditation activities related to their portfolio. The incumbent serves as a member of continuing and ad hoc committees and task forces convened at the discretion of the Dean's Office and represents Extension on select campus committees. In efforts to expand and reach underserved communities, responsibilities will include statewide and local outreach efforts.
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate steady leadership, a deep understanding of the fields of teacher and community education, outstanding interpersonal, communication, and managerial skill working with diverse constituencies, and enthusiasm for UCLA Extension's public service and educational mission.
Please Note
This is a 'non-academic senate' term appointment where this position shall serve a 2-year term, with the possibility for renewal after completion of the initial appointment term.
Core Responsibilities
Academic Program Responsibilities
Instructor Recruitment, Development, & Management
Marketing & Promotion
Budget & Financial Management
External Relations
Access, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (AEDI) is one of UCLA Extension's guiding principles. We strive to extend access to UCLA, our programs, and services to underrepresented communities and populations, while serving as a model organization for AEDI in the field of continuing higher education. Committed to attracting and retaining diverse staff & instructors, UCLA Extension welcomes your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity.
To apply, please visit: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09183
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy, https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/DiscHarassAffirmAction
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UCLA is known worldwide for the breadth and quality of its academic, research, health care, cultural, continuing education and athletic programs. UCLA offers undergraduate degrees in more than 127 majors and graduate degrees in 198 program areas. UCLA has 11 highly regarded professional schools. Eight are ranked among the nation's top 15 in their field by U.S. News & World Report. UCLA is consistently among the most popular campus in the nation for undergraduate applicants. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Benefits:UCLA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an average of three weeks' vacation per year; an average of 12 days per year sick leave; 13 paid holidays per year; health, dental and optical benefits; life insurance; disability insurance; the University of California Retirement Plan with 5 year vesting and various voluntary UC Savings Plans. There are also special programs and privileges available, such as accessibility to cultural and recreational programs, athletic events, and the University Credit Union.
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