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University of California - Santa Cruz

Monterey Bay Area Mathematics Project Director

University of California - Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, California, us, 95061


Position Overview

Position Title:

Monterey Bay Area Mathematics Project Director (Academic Coordinator II, FY)Salary Range:

A reasonable estimate for this position's annual salary is $81,633 - $137,253. The actual salary will be dependent on the position's percentage of time.Percent Time:

Variable, between 10-100%, based on the availability of funding.Anticipated Start:

As soon as possible after the initial review of applications.Position Duration:

Initial appointment will be for two years, with the possibility of reappointment. Should the hiring unit propose reappointment, a review to assess performance will be conducted. Reappointment is also contingent upon the availability of funding.Application Window

Open Date:

September 30, 2024Next Review Date:

Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.Final Date:

Tuesday, Sep 30, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.Position Description

Teaching Professor Pedro Morales Almazan with the Monterey Bay Area Mathematics Project (MBAMP) at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for the position

MBAMP Director . MBAMP provides professional development for K-12 mathematics teachers across Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Benito counties. MBAMP serves Region 5B of the California Subject Matter Projects - a statewide effort. Through events such as summer institutes and a community math teacher circle, MBAMP brings together mathematicians, teachers, and administrators.MBAMP events focus on building knowledge of mathematics; improving skills in instruction; enhancing and practicing leadership skills; and assisting in curriculum development.Summary of DutiesWorking under the supervision of Teaching Professor Morales Almazan, the MBAMP Director is responsible for coordinating all MBAMP activities and personnel; providing and directing outreach to regional schools and districts; acquiring funding through public and private sources, especially through California agencies; and supervising staff and mentoring teacher participants.MBAMP Program CoordinationThe director is responsible for developing and coordinating all of MBAMP's core events. These events include ongoing teacher leader institutes and professional development for K-12 teachers. Academic year services include coordination of workshops, colloquium series, and one-day conferences. Further MBAMP services have included focus and peer review groups, classroom observations, and individual and group peer coaching.The director also serves as a liaison between principal investigators from the UCSC math and education faculty and the regional K-12 education community. Additionally, the director works with the UCSC CalTeach program, which connects current undergraduate students with in-service K-12 teachers and internships.OutreachOutreach includes the coordination of fee-for-service programs; this requires the director to identify schools, develop appropriate professional development, negotiate contracts, and supervise events.Acquisition of FundingThe director is responsible for researching and personally writing proposals, working with grant-writers at UCSC, and applying for grants. The director will be responsible for grant activity, compliance, and reporting. Typical funding sources include:Seed funding from the California Subject Matter Projects, which must be renewed annually.Particular funding opportunities from the State of California targeting CSMPs.Public and private sources related to strengthening K-12 teaching of mathematics, and broader impact funding available to UCSC faculty.Supervision and MentorshipThe MBAMP director may supervise personnel including a program coordinator and student interns. In addition, the MBAMP director is expected to recruit and mentor teachers to become teacher-leaders.We strongly encourage applications from candidates that have experience with mentoring teachers, supervising staff, acquiring grants, and organizing complex events.Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

(required at time of application)Master's degree (or equivalent foreign degree) in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) field, or education.Training and experience teaching mathematics in a K-12 setting.Teaching certification equivalent to a California Single Subject Teaching Credential in Mathematics or a Multiple Subject Credential with a Supplementary Subject Matter Authorization in mathematics (see California Commission on Teacher Credentialing).Demonstrated record of grant proposals submitted and awarded.Application Requirements

Document RequirementsCurriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.Cover Letter - Letter of application that briefly summarizes your qualifications and interest in the position.Leadership Statement - Statement addressing your experience with mentoring teachers, supervising staff, designing and organizing professional development events, and acquiring grants.Reference Requirements3-5 letters of reference required.Applications must include confidential letters of recommendation. Note that your references, or dossier service, will submit their confidential letters directly to the UC Recruit System.*All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. For any reference letter provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service, career center), direct the author to UCSC's confidentiality statement at

http://apo.ucsc.edu/confstm.htm .Apply Link:

https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01823Help Contact:

kabaldwi@ucsc.eduAbout UC Santa Cruz

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. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.Job Location: Santa Cruz, CA

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