Coordinator of Professional Development & Outreach
Position Is Open Until Filled

Professional Development and Outreach (60%)

• Develop, implement, and coordinate pathways and programs for alternative teacher licensure with districts and other accreditation agencies as applicable.
• Develop partnerships that support educational training demands that lead to new program development.
• Act as Teacher Education liaison to Parkside Access to College Credit (PACC).
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with P-12 schools and districts, higher education, and community partners, UW-System representatives, and state education officials.

Administration (15%)

• Seek opportunities for external funding for research, program development, and advanced professional development to support sustainability.
• Develop and manage the Professional Development budget including grants, state funding, and program revenue, providing fiscal oversight of professional development activities.
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports to appropriate stakeholders.
• Coordinate with the registrar all facets of administration of distance learning and face to face credit-based opportunities developed by external contractors.
• Support Teacher Education department in identifying annual program and revenue targets. 6. Develop and maintain a program assessment to ensure continuous improvement of services and programs.

21st Century Prep Charter School Liaison (25%)

• Work onsite with Charter School administration, faculty, and staff to support professional development.
• Collect data and reports as required by the contract, and meet with school leaders to review annual progress.
• Monitor school achievement data and prepare reports and necessary documents for Chancellor and State Legislature as required by legislation and for specific topics as required by contract.
• Direct the Charter Review for contract renewal or as required.
• Work with legal counsel on contract issues when required.
• Monitor school compliance with all state and federal reporting requirements.

• Master’s degree in Education or related field as determined by the search committee.
• Experience working with non-traditional student populations in higher education or comparable program setting.
• Experience developing and maintaining partnerships with a variety of stakeholders including school districts and community organizations.

The ideal candidate will hold a current teacher license; experience as a P-12 licensed teacher; 2+ years’ experience with project and budget management; demonstrated leadership in professional development in the field of education; experience in higher education teaching and/or administration.

The Teacher Education Department houses four majors and one minor and is approved by DPI to offer teaching licenses in over 15 different subject areas at a variety of developmental levels. The mission of the Teacher Education Department is to collaborate with community partners in order to provide innovative, career-long educator development experiences that respond to the needs of all learners. Our faculty emphasize collaborative relationships, reflection and inquiry, responsive teaching, and innovative leadership to support teacher candidates as they grow into professional educators.

Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University of Wisconsin System provides a liberal benefits package, including participation in a state pension plan. 

Benefit Details: 

https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/leave/annualsum/fasl.pdf

Total Compensation Estimator: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/totalcomp/

HOW TO APPLY:
Applications must be submitted electronically through our employment portal. If you need additional assistance you may contact Human Resources at (262) 595-2204. Hours 8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday.

STEP 1: Please select the applicable link below:

External Applicants: (NOT currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)

Internal Applicants: (Currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)

STEP 2: Submit application materials

Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. All materials must be added at one time, once submitted you may not edit/add to profile. Please include the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• The names and email addresses of three (3) professional references

Review of Applications

Applications received by 2/26/2023 will be given full consideration. Position is open until filled. 

You must select "SUBMIT". Selecting "Save" will not forward your application materials to the search committee. 

Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials.

In instances where the Review Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidates application materials whether she/he meets all of the required qualifications, or if all of the application materials are not submitted, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications and may be excluded from further consideration.

Employment will require a criminal background check in accordance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. (see TC1 - App. 4 and p. 12)

Note: Criminal Background Check – The Department of Workforce Development, Equal Rights Division prohibits employers from using criminal background check information, policies or practices that have a “disparate impact” and is not “job-related and consistent with business necessity” in hiring decisions. All information used to screen or hire job applications should relate to the duties of the job.

UW-Parkside is an AA/EEO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status. Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

EDI Statement
UW-Parkside is committed to providing an environment in which our diverse community of students, faculty, and staff can thrive. We aspire to foster a more equitable and inclusive climate and culture between and among students, faculty, and staff, and to improve justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in every aspect of campus life. Please visit The Office of Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion for additional information.

It is the policy of UW-Parkside to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 262-595-2204. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual’s disability.

In compliance with the Clery Act of 1998, the University of Wisconsin Parkside Crime Statistics Report is available here. Call the UW-Parkside Campus Police Office at (262) 595-2455 for a paper copy of the annual report.

Transcripts will be required upon hire.