Academic Program Manager (HEA)

POSITION DETAILS

Reporting to the SEYS department chair, the SEYS Director of Clinical Experiences will also work in the department with the program directors and field supervisors to oversee a comprehensive field program for the teacher candidates in the department, including collaborating to develop curriculum, and supervising the clinical field supervisors and student teachers. Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Cultivating and maintaining strategic partnerships with local schools, school districts, and 7-12 school personnel;
• Placement and supervision of secondary education teacher candidates in local schools, evaluation of field sites, in public and private schools, and assisting in hiring field supervisors;
• Working collaboratively on curricular projects with faculty and administration;
• Regularly traveling to field placements to meet with cooperating teachers and other school personnel;
• Tracking the mentoring effectiveness of cooperating teachers;
• Solving conflict issues when they occur between student teachers and school personnel;
• The position requires working proficiency in technology, specifically, management platforms for assessment and supervision. Moreover, record keeping and generating reports for the department in order to comply with New York State, CAEP and other regulatory organizations is expected.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree and six years’ related experience required.

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Master’s degree in education, Educational Administration, or a related field;
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience working within the New York City Public School system, including leadership and teaching roles;
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience mentoring pre-service and in-service teachers and/or experience working and supervising candidates of diverse racial, ethnic, linguistic, and educational backgrounds.
• Experience working with students and teachers of diverse racial, ethnic, linguistic, and educational backgrounds;
• Experience with clinical placement in higher education, particularly in secondary education;
• Proficiency in technology

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Manages curriculum development and operations of a College’s specialized academic program under the direction of a senior administrator.

• Implements and monitors a comprehensive academic program development plan; makes recommendations to improve department policies and procedures
• Assists Director with outcome assessment and strategic planning to further develop program offerings
• Prepares analytical and statistical reports for management
• Serves as resource expert regarding program policies and procedures
• May manage professional and/or clerical staff
• May act on behalf of Director in his/her absence
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Academic Program Manager

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Associate

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary commensurate with education and experience. The range is $82,928-$90,375.

CUNY’s benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

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CLOSING DATE

Open until filled with review in 21 days

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

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