North Park University ยท 5 months ago
Director of Graduate Education Programs (12-mo Faculty, Open Rank)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$88K/yr - $94K/yr
5+ years expNorth Park University is a Christian university committed to serving diverse populations and providing significant education. The Director of Graduate Education Programs will provide strategic leadership and operational management for all graduate-level programs within the School of Education, including program development, faculty coordination, and student support.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Provide academic leadership and oversight of graduate programs, including curriculum design, course scheduling, faculty assignments, and program assessment
Teach 3 credit hours of graduate education courses per semester in areas aligned with expertise and program needs
Coordinate recruitment, advising, and retention efforts with the Office of Graduate Admissions and academic advisors
Serve as the primary liaison for graduate education program accreditation and licensure compliance with the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) and other governing bodies
Supervise and support graduate faculty, including adjuncts, in teaching, assessment, and professional development
Develop partnerships with school districts, professional organizations, and community agencies to support clinical placements and professional pathways
Lead continuous program improvement efforts using data-driven decision-making aligned with institutional and state expectations
Collaborate with the Dean and Curriculum Committee to revise or propose new courses and programs based on student needs and educational trends
Coordinate student teaching and internship placements with the Director of Clinical Practice and Placement Coordinator
Assist in managing the graduate education budget and resource allocations
Qualification
Required
Doctorate (EdD or PhD) in Education or a related field from a regionally accredited institution
At least five years of experience in K-12 schools and higher education, including teaching at the graduate level
Experience with program leadership, curriculum development, and educational accreditation
Knowledge of state licensure requirements and accreditation standards (e.g., CAEP, ISBE)
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills
Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and culturally responsive teaching
Preferred
Experience with online and hybrid program development and delivery
Familiarity with student information systems, assessment tools, and learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Task stream, Watermark)
Experience working with licensure programs in teacher education or educational leadership
Ability to mentor graduate students and support faculty development
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Prescription Plan
Flexible Spending Account
Commuter Benefit
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Tuition Remission
Helwig Recreation Center
Company
North Park University
Preparing students for lives of significance and service since 1891.
501-1000 employees
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