Admin Consultant/Analyst 1

Position Overview

The Coordinator for Continuous Improvement will provide strategic leadership, project management, and oversight for all teacher licensure program continuous improvement reports and proposals for University of Minnesota approved in CEHD, CFANS and CLA for continuing program review as required in Minnesota unit rule 8705.1000. The coordinator specifically engages with faculty to organize teacher education curricular and assessment initiatives underway, map standards, analyze data, inform goal setting, track redesigned program components, co-write narrative reports, assist with advisory board meetings, submit program renewal proposals (PERCA) to PELSB, and prepare new program proposals (RIPAs). The coordinator also organizes initiatives with faculty and staff working to meet the unit-wide or departmental continuous improvement goals established by faculty and the Dean's office, and in alignment with state statutes and rules for teacher preparation in Minnesota. The coordinator's work to lead continuous improvement research and program evaluation is informed by scholarship and guidance as well as the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) state rules regarding program approval. The coordinator reports to the Executive Director of the Office of Teacher Education.

This position is based on campus. Per UMN policy, work may be done remotely when appropriate and approved by your manager.

Job Responsibilities

Management of Teacher Licensure Program Continuous Improvement & State Approval Processes (60%)

• Develop strategic long-range accreditation and new/revised program development plans that align with college/university missions and goals and state standards for teacher education.
• Convene, facilitate and document annual data sharing sessions for and with licensure program faculty for the purpose of reviewing/revising continuous improvement goals.
• Manage long and short-term plans of action across the licensure unit of the ongoing
  college-department-program collaborations to improve teacher licensure programs, as required for the self-study for Minnesota's Standard of Effective Practice and each program's specific standards, as noted in parts 8710.2000 to 8710.8080.
• Serve as OTE's liaison with PELSB staff regarding program reporting requirements and program changes.
• Advocate for University positions and priorities addressing rule-making and accreditation process changes at PELSB. Monitor and communicate PELSB changes impacting accreditation requirements to teacher education faculty, OTE staff, instructors, chairs, and directors by annually tracking rule-making proposed changes and legislative activity.
• Organize OTE's submission of required "Program Effectiveness Report for Continuing Approval" (PERCA) documentation for program re-accreditation every three years to the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB).
• Facilitate annual consultation with faculty, document collection, data report creation, and submission of new or heavily revised licensure program "Request for Initial Program Approval" (RIPA) proposals and syllabi through external and internal approval processes.
• Contribute to the Unit Report on Continuous Improvement (URCI) and Unit Self-study (alternating, every 3 years), and work with the OTE's Executive Director to coordinate the completion of these reports on time for external review.
• Prepare program-specific evidence for use in the Unit self-study report and URCI reports.
• Finalize preparations and coordinate the accreditation site visit in collaboration with the Executive Director and Project Specialists in OTE.
• Manage the discretionary variance process with PELSB staff in consultation with OTE's Executive Director.

Unit Continuous Improvement Project Management, Facilitation and Reporting (30%)

• Engage teacher licensure faculty and instructors in professional learning, continuous improvement goal development, evidence collection, data sharing conversations with school partners, and documentation of the ongoing college-department-program collaborations to continuously improve teacher licensure programs as required in Minnesota Administrative Rules 8705.1010.
• With input from program faculty and leaders, maintain, annually update and implement the Unit-Wide Continuous Improvement Plan and identify support needed by faculty and candidates to meet continuous improvement goals.
• Manage unit-led redesign projects, facilitate conversations, coordinate meetings, lead program evaluation initiatives to solve concerns identified by teacher education faculty, CEHD administration and OTE staff.
• Lead or engage expertise to support improvements to the curriculum and assessments (e.g., revising current assessments, convening task forces to make recommendations on behalf of faculty and the associate dean) * Annually update the narrative in OTE's State of Teacher Education report with OTE's Accountability Analyst. * Chair/Co-chair appropriate committees and task forces as needed, including working with OTE colleagues to prepare data reports for unit-wide discussion and strategic planning.

Continuous Improvement Research/Program Evaluation (10%)

• Initiate unit and program level continuous improvement conversations.
• Serve on the Teacher Preparation Advisory Group.
• Sets direction with OTE's Executive Director on development of common and specialized reporting for internal and external program review.
• Works with OTE's Accountability Analyst, program faculty, graduate students, and OTE colleagues to improve and align assessment tools.

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS with at least 6 years of experience; may lead a small homogeneous department or a larger process-oriented area whose members perform like activities.
• Demonstrated skill in quantitative and qualitative analyses.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and team-building skills.
• Experience with state, regional or national accreditation processes.
• Deep knowledge of academic culture.
• Ability to work flexibly and successfully within a changing contexts.
• Evidence of strong facilitation skills and/or related experience with leading groups.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with people from a variety of communities, backgrounds, and identities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters, Ed.D. or Ph.D. in Education or related field.
• Experience as an accreditation coordinator.
• Pre-12 teaching license (does not need to be current)
• Experience working with the Minnesota Department of Education.
• Experience working with MDE or PELSB personnel.
• At least 3 years of experience working with a diverse student body in a university environment.

Department Overview

The Office of Teacher Education (OTE) provides operational leadership and support across the university for the initial, additional, and alternative teacher licensure program area faculty, staff, teacher candidates, and cooperating school professionals. OTE works across the College and University in support of the teaching, research, outreach, and accreditation goals specific to the development of pre-service teacher candidates and school-based professionals in district/school clinical preparation partnerships. The administrative unit's overall goals are strengthening and continuously improving:

• licensure advising and communication to support the retention of teacher candidates;
• support for Licensure Program Leads and Clinical Supervisors of initial teacher licensure, endorsements, specialty and additional licensure programs;
• new teacher/educator/liaison mentoring and clinical support with school partners;
• clinical partnerships and placements of teacher candidates, including payments of cooperating teacher stipends and contracts; and
• data collection for continuous improvement in teacher education, as well as for program accountability (PELSB) and unit approval for all initial and additional licensure programs.

College Overview

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), the University's third largest college, contributes to a just and sustainable future through engagement with the local and global communities to enhance human learning and development at all stages of life. We know diversity is necessary to do our best work and foster our humanity. That's why the CEHD community is collectively dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment, embracing and celebrating all identities of our students, staff, and faculty. These values are also a moral imperative requiring continuous proactive measures and a firm stance against prejudice, discrimination, and systemic injustice.

Pay Range: The salary range for this position is $83,500 - $90,000. Final salary offers are dependent on the candidate's experience, skills, and internal equity within the department.

Time Appointment Category: 100% Appointment

Position Type: P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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This position will remain open until filled.

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The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

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