Director of Structured Literacy Programs

CHESS•Albuquerque, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a grant-funded position with a limited term ending on 6/30/2027. The position provides oversight of one or more programs within the academic Schools, and is responsible for the administration, planning, development, and coordination of all aspects of program management. Duties may include responsibility for education outcomes assessment, ensuring compliance with accreditation and licensing regulations, and program development.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
A minimum of five years of experience as a classroom teacher, reading specialist, or literacy coach.

Nice To Haves

A master’s or doctoral degree in education, literacy, or reading is preferred
A strong understanding of reading processes, assessment, and adult learning.
The ability to collaborate effectively with higher education faculty, state agencies, and LEAs.
Experience mentoring or supporting pre-service or early-career teachers
Strong organizational and communication skills
Bilingual/biliterate proficiency in Spanish

Responsibilities

Provides direction, administration and evaluation of academic programs; develops short and long range goals and provides recommendations to ensure alignment with strategic initiatives of the School.
Directs program development, planning, implementing and evaluating curriculum development and student learning experiences.
Works in cooperation with department leadership in the recruitment and assignment of faculty and the development of the master schedule for course offerings.
Stays abreast of accreditation standards and applicable licensure regulations; ensures programs meet compliance requirements.
May manage student recruitment, orientation and advisement activities; works with community and business partners to develop educational opportunities and field experiences for students.
Manages grants and contracts, working with CNM Contracts & Grants Office to develop program budgets, monitor expenses and allocation of funds.
Reviews, analyzes, and provides reporting on student outcomes assessments.
Coordinates, develops and maintains collaborative community partnerships with external agencies, business and industry organizations to promote program initiatives; leverages community resources to market program offerings; may participates in local, regional, and state organizations and stakeholder teams.
Manages and oversees advisory committee activities; mentors and provides supervision of faculty and staff.
Performs related duties as assigned.