UMBC is a high-activity research university (RU/HA) serving over 12,000 undergraduate and graduate students in a suburban setting between Baltimore and Washington. UMBC is innovative, interdisciplinary, and inclusive, advancing ground-breaking undergraduate research.  UMBC is consistently cited – most recently, by U.S. News & World Report – as one of the best universities for undergraduate teaching and a leading innovator in higher education.  For the past seven years U.S. News & World Report has also nominated UMBC as Great Place to Work.

The Department of Education’s 24 full-time faculty members teach in a wide range of programs from early childhood and elementary education to secondary education and teaching English as a second language. An NCATE/CAEP accredited department, whose programs are nationally recognized by professional specialization associations, the department is engaged in a number of state, national and international efforts, including an expansive Professional Development Schools network and grants with the Department of Defense, the National Science Foundation and the U.S. Department of Education.   

Responsibilities:

1. The incumbent will oversee the planning, implementation and assessment of the academic preparation and clinical practice of pre-service teachers in field experiences and internships.  
2. The Director also facilitates the collaborative planning of continuing professional development of Professional Development Schools (PDS) faculty and the inquiry into teaching and learning in collaboration with UMBC Program Directors and PreK-12 schools. 
3. The Director oversees the continuing development and operations of all PDS relationships and field experiences in accordance with the Maryland Redesign of Teacher Education, national (CAEP) standards for clinical experiences, and the PDS Implementation and Assessment Framework.
4. Additional duties include:
   1. identifying and coordinating PDS sites 
   2. reviewing student readiness to enter and continue the yearlong education internship
   3. developing handbooks and completing reports related to PDS; drafting and/or contributing to reports for external agencies
   4. facilitating development, revision, and implementation of memorandums of understanding (MOU) with local education agencies; providing information for department and office webpages 
   5. hiring and supervising personnel who assist in carrying out the office’s responsibilities
   6. coordinating selection, supervision, compensation, and performance review of University supervisors, IHE (institution of higher education) PDS liaisons, and mentor teachers    
   7. serving as a key liaison to campus, state and national organizations/agencies pertaining to teacher education
   8. representing the department in state and district-level PDS organizational meetings as well as on the UMBC P-14 School and Community Connections Group
   9. serving as a member of various departmental committees, including the Leadership Board and the Assessment Committee
   10. performing other duties as assigned 

Qualifications:

1. A Master’s degree in Education required; doctorate preferred
2. Experience as a classroom teacher in PreK-12 schools (minimum of five years) required; professional experience at an institution of higher education (IHE) required 
3. Experience with supervision of teachers and/or teacher candidates and professional development of teachers; familiarity with the Maryland Standards for Professional Development School required; administrative experience required
4. Demonstrated leadership of/in a school or PDS program with experience in program evaluation required
5. Experience with or knowledge of national and/or State of Maryland Redesign and PDS Standards for Accreditation required
6. Experience working with diverse populations of individuals and in diverse settings
7. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required 
8. Proficient technological skills required, especially use of Microsoft Office and electronic communications

We seek candidates with experience with various cultures, demonstrated leadership skills, professional work experience within multicultural settings, and development of curriculum through a variety of delivery models. UMBC is especially proud of the diversity of its student body, and we seek to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for this position.  We encourage applications from minority group members, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Applications should include a cover letter addressing qualifications, curriculum vitae, names of three (3) references. Please submit all application materials to:

 

PDS Search Committee Chair

Department of Education

UMBC

1000 Hilltop Circle

Baltimore, Maryland 21250

Email:  pds-search@umbc.edu

 

 

Applications are accepted until the position is filled. 

 

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