Implementation Coordinator – Chemistry

University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Implementation Coordinator supports the faithful implementation of OnRamps Chemistry courses and coordinates instructional and professional development services for OnRamps instructors and students, as well as UT faculty. The position provides ongoing guidance, technical support, and problem-solving for instructors while building relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The coordinator collaborates with course leads, the OnRamps Assistant Director, and the Professional Learning and Development team to develop and deliver professional learning institutes throughout the year. The role also uses data to monitor course implementation, develops interventions and coaching for instructors, and supports new instructors through mentor networks and online resources. The position is based in Austin, Texas, with a hybrid work environment and up to 5% travel within Texas. Evening and weekend work may be needed during institutes and enrollment deadlines.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, education, or a related field.
Demonstrated understanding of high school teaching and learning.
Exceptional customer service skills and ability to engage multiple internal and external stakeholders with decorum and tact.
Three years of teaching experience at a high school or college level.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Chemistry, education, or a related field.
Experience supporting or providing instructional coaching to teachers.
Proficiency with Canvas or another learning management system.
Proficiency with Smartsheet or another project management system.
Ability to communicate technical information to lay audiences using a respectful, client-focused approach.
Five years of teaching experience at a high school or college level.

Responsibilities

Support OnRamps instructors in implementing courses with fidelity to the OnRamps Four Pillars, providing customer service, technical support, and professional problem-solving.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Co-develop and implement annual Summer, Fall, and Spring professional learning institutes in collaboration with course leads, the OnRamps Assistant Director, and the Professional Learning and Development team.
Provide ongoing professional development through weekly communications, monthly virtual meetings, and professional learning institutes.
Cultivate and lead a facilitated network of OnRamps instructors using standardized relationship-building strategies.
Develop and implement interventions for instructors experiencing implementation challenges and instructors onboarded after the annual Summer Institutes, including virtual meetings, coaching, and video streaming into classes.
Use data science methodologies and information such as instructor engagement, pacing, submission reports, and performance to ensure fidelity of course implementation.
Support implementation fidelity through instructor resources and investigations of academic integrity.
Facilitate instructor support using mentor instructors and online platforms, especially for new instructors.
Create video resources in the OnRamps studio that model pedagogy and challenging content.
Support and participate in special projects that advance OnRamps' mission and strategic direction.