Faculty: School of Education - Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction Program Director

Concordia University Wisconsin•Ann Arbor, MI

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About The Position

The MSCI (Master of Science in Curriculum & Instruction) Program Director will oversee the elementary and secondary Teacher Certification Programs and report directly to the Assistant Dean of Academic Operations in the School of Education at CUWAA (Concordia University Wisconsin and Ann Arbor). This individual will ensure the integrity and high quality of these programs, aligning them with the standards and expectations of the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) and the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).

Requirements

Commitment to the mission of Concordia University: developing students in mind, body, and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and the world
Demonstrated ability to advise and mentor teacher candidates
Supportive of the mission and values of Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS)
Highly qualified Christian (non-LCMS) applicants possessing a graduate degree in education and progress towards or willingness to obtain a doctorate will be considered.
Prior P-12 teaching experience is required (minimum of 3 years); prior college teaching experience is desirable.

Nice To Haves

A commissioned minister of religion status in the Lutheran Church/Missouri Synod and a doctorate in education are preferred (or ABD status with completion in progress)
Valid Michigan teaching license (or previously held license), or equivalent license from another state preferred
College/university-level teaching experience
Experience leading university teacher preparation programs
Scholarship and service contributions in the field of education

Responsibilities

To oversee the administration and faithful execution of the MSCI programs as well as the educational infrastructure required to achieve university and program outcomes
To teach courses within in the MSCI programs (no stipends or TCs will be given for student teaching "courses")
To ensure that all program curricula remain rigorous, relevant, and aligned with CUWAA missional expectations, certification standards, with a focus on continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence in teacher preparation.
To collaborate with instructional designers to maintain and enhance online learning experiences, leveraging innovative approaches to meet Concordia's standards for quality and engagement.
To manage all clinical placements and experiential learning opportunities for candidates, fostering meaningful connections between theory and practice
To oversee the hiring, support, and development of adjunct faculty and cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset in faculty members to explore new methods, tools, and strategies that enhance learning outcomes and align with Concordia's faith-based mission.
To serve as the primary liaison to the MDE and CAEP, overseeing compliance with state and national accreditation requirements, including the submission all required reports and documentation to these accrediting bodies accurately and in a timely manner
To prepare and submit annual assessment reports to Concordia University as required
To develop and execute innovative, strategic marketing and recruitment approaches (working in conjunction with Admissions and Marketing) to enroll education and teacher candidates interested in public education roles and those called to serve in Lutheran/Christian education settings
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Personal Spending Account, Flexible Spending Account, and/or Health Savings Account
Disability and Survivor Plan
Retirement Pension Plan
Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
Tuition waiver benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)

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