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Metropolitan State University of Denver · 22 hours ago

Director of Alternative Licensure Program

Denver, CO

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$80K/yr - $93K/yr

5+ years exp

Metropolitan State University of Denver is seeking an energetic and innovative director for their Alternative Licensure Program (ALP), which provides pathways into teaching for PreK-12 classrooms. The director will manage all aspects of the program, including advising candidates, hiring staff, coordinating curriculum development, and promoting the program to new partners.

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Responsibilities

Manage and lead all aspects of the Alternative Licensure Program

Advise prospective candidates regarding program details and district hiring procedures, including conducting information meetings at school district sites

Work with school district and university Human Resources and School of Education staff to coordinate candidates’ eligibility, enrollment, and progress

Hire and supervise ALP instructional and coaching staff

Plan and host professional development activities for instructional staff

Plan and host ALP orientation and Summer Seminars

Coordinate curriculum planning and assessment of portfolio artifacts for licensure-only and graduate (MAT) course sequences

Teach and coach candidates in their respective teaching assignments, as needed

Meet with school building administrators, mentors, and other building staff regarding program requirements and progress of ALP candidates

Coordinate Extended School Year (ESY) summer practicum placements in metropolitan area school districts

Counsel individual candidates regarding program requirements relating to registration, attendance, participation, district and state requirements, and financial aid

Meet regularly with on-campus education faculty and attend departmental meetings

Attend university, state, and national meetings as a representative of the Alternative Licensure Program

Work with the Colorado Department of Education staff regarding general policies, individual candidates, and program reauthorization

Oversee and manage budget and other administrative duties for the program

Work with independent evaluator regarding details of program evaluation and conduct evaluation activities with various constituent groups

Qualification

Master’s degree in EducationCurriculum developmentTeacher supervisionP-12 education administrationUrban teaching experienceAlternative licensure programsColorado teacher licensure knowledgeOral communication skillsWritten communication skills