Community College of Denver (CO)
Elementary Education Director
Community College of Denver (CO), Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
JOBCommunity College of Denver is seeking individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and work environment. CCD values the ability to work effectively with students, families, faculty, instructors, and staff of diverse backgrounds.GENERAL SUMMARYThe Community College of Denver (CCD) invites applications for a full-time position of Director of Education. This is a twelve-month appointment beginning August 2024. The Director can build Education degrees and teach courses as needed. The Education program provides workforce education and training to students, leading to certificates and degrees in education. In collaboration with Colorado 4-year schools, Colorado has developed a statewide guaranteed transfer program called "Pathways" to create seamless transfer. The Education pathway at CCD is committed to educating its racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse student population. We are an open access college that currently enrolls over 11,000 students, the majority of whom are first-generation and from racially minoritized populations. CCD is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the great responsibility that the College has to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community.The Education Pathway seeks to recruit a director who has a working knowledge of building degrees and aligning Teacher Recruitment Education & Preparation (TREP) curriculum with four-year institutions, while working with Denver Public Schools (DPS) to integrate TREP degrees into concurrent enrollment programs. The ideal candidate will work to eliminate our equity gap and increase the recruitment of historically underserved and underrepresented populations. A director will primarily engage in administrative responsibilities focused on building and maintaining our TREP education. The successful candidate will contribute to the academic success and professional development of our students while fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment. The director will lead and collaborate on projects and service to the pathway and college, while collaborating with other disciplines. This position reports directly to the Dean of the Education Pathway.EXAMPLE OF DUTIESPrimary administrative duties:Champion and lead the development of seamless transfer pathways with four-year institutions.Identify high-demand bachelor's programs at partner institutions and align community college curriculum accordingly.Foster strong relationships with articulation officers and faculty at four-year institutions to ensure transferability of credits.Collaborate with academic departments to create clear and transparent transfer guides for students.Implement initiatives to increase student awareness and utilization of transfer pathways.Analyze transfer data and outcomes to continuously improve transfer success rates.Advocate for policies and partnerships that promote smooth and accessible transfer experiences for students.Provide strategic leadership and direction for the academic division, aligning curriculum with institutional goals and community needs.Supervise relevant faculty and staff, creating a collaborative and supportive work environment that fosters professional development.Develop and manage the academic budget, ensuring efficient resource allocation for programs and initiatives.Oversee curriculum review and assessment processes, implementing data-driven decision-making to improve student learning outcomes.Collaborate with other departments, including student services and workforce development, to create opportunities for student success.Represent the academic division at college-wide meetings and events, actively engaging with stakeholders and community partners.Curriculum Development Duties:
Lead the development and evaluation of the continuous improvement of academic programs, ensuring they are aligned with industry standards and best practices.Identify and implement innovative andragogical approaches, incorporating technology and active learning strategies to enhance the learning experience.Work collaboratively with faculty across the system to develop courses, revise curricula, and ensure program coherence.Foster collaboration with external partners to create relevant and responsive programs that meet workforce needs.Teaching Duties (as assigned):
Maintain an active teaching role to stay connected with the student experience and curriculum implementation.Contribute to specific academic programs as needed, demonstrating expertise and leadership in your field.Share andragogical expertise with colleagues through professional development workshops and mentorship opportunities.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONOur campus is located in downtown Denver, adjacent to two light rail stations, and just minutes away from shopping, restaurants, and event venues. When you visit our campus, it will be immediately evident that our faculty, staff, and instructors are passionate about serving our diverse student population. At CCD our passion is to help others, and we offer career pathways that will make a difference in the lives of our students. If you are interested in sharing our passion for student success, CCD offers generous medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement options. We also offer the opportunity to expand your education and those of your dependents through our tuition reimbursement program. CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer.APPLICATION PROCEDURES:Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccd which includes: Electronic Application, Cover Letter, Resume, References - Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional references, Copies of transcripts, unofficial preferred. All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts. Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Those applicants that do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered. Part-time experience is ½ the equivalent of full-time experience. Example: Four (4) years applicable part-time experience equals 2 years full-time equivalency.
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Lead the development and evaluation of the continuous improvement of academic programs, ensuring they are aligned with industry standards and best practices.Identify and implement innovative andragogical approaches, incorporating technology and active learning strategies to enhance the learning experience.Work collaboratively with faculty across the system to develop courses, revise curricula, and ensure program coherence.Foster collaboration with external partners to create relevant and responsive programs that meet workforce needs.Teaching Duties (as assigned):
Maintain an active teaching role to stay connected with the student experience and curriculum implementation.Contribute to specific academic programs as needed, demonstrating expertise and leadership in your field.Share andragogical expertise with colleagues through professional development workshops and mentorship opportunities.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONOur campus is located in downtown Denver, adjacent to two light rail stations, and just minutes away from shopping, restaurants, and event venues. When you visit our campus, it will be immediately evident that our faculty, staff, and instructors are passionate about serving our diverse student population. At CCD our passion is to help others, and we offer career pathways that will make a difference in the lives of our students. If you are interested in sharing our passion for student success, CCD offers generous medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement options. We also offer the opportunity to expand your education and those of your dependents through our tuition reimbursement program. CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer.APPLICATION PROCEDURES:Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccd which includes: Electronic Application, Cover Letter, Resume, References - Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional references, Copies of transcripts, unofficial preferred. All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts. Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Those applicants that do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered. Part-time experience is ½ the equivalent of full-time experience. Example: Four (4) years applicable part-time experience equals 2 years full-time equivalency.
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