K Program Director

Job summary
Serve as director of the K12 Professional Development OfficeLead and continually develop the K12 Professional Development programEnsure academic quality of the program and course offerings
Job seniority: mid-to-senior level
Responsibilities
• Work in collaboration with Deans, Secondary Education Designees, and Department Chairs of Teacher Education• Facilitate, schedule, and assess school district or agency professional development programs• Serve as primary contact for new partners in conjunction with the K-12 Program Team• Monitor and manage Utah and Nevada State Board of Education Endorsement programs• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with Utah school districts and other significant partners• Advocate for course needs and market programs to other districts or entities• Review School District applications for professional development opportunities• Direct and supervise employees of the K-12 Programs unit• Maintain K12 applications, forms, databases, website, and guiding documents• Coordinate with service offices and other appropriate offices on campus• Maintain professional development records, personnel and evaluation files, and prepare annual reports• Monitor and implement professional development initiatives• Build courses in the Banner system for districts' professional development needs• Teach 1-2 courses per semester• Perform other assigned duties
Requirements
• Master's degree in Education or related field• Experience collaborating with school districts, agencies, and service centers for professional development• Experience in curriculum development and teacher competencies• Strong communication and organizational skills• Experience in a leadership role• Experience advocating for professional development programming• Awareness and experience with issues of educational equity and pedagogical inclusion• Doctorate Degree in Education or related field (preferred)• Experience as a leader in the field of education (preferred)