What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator - Teacher Apprenticeship Program position at usm?
Special Instructions to Applicants
All questions concerning the position should be directed to Andrea Krell (andrea.krell@usm.edu).
Job Summary
The
Program Coordinator will play a vital role in facilitating the day-to-day
operations of the teacher apprenticeship program, ensuring its smooth functioning,
and supporting the growth and development of aspiring teachers. The program
coordinator will work collaboratively with the rest of the teacher apprenticeship team to provide a quality experience for resident students through organized
programming, consistent communication, and service orientation. This position
reports to the Director of Teacher Residency and will support program expansion
and sustainability.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Manages the daily administrative responsibilities of the teacher apprenticeship program including event coordination (registration, scheduling, event management), record keeping, database management, as well as financial and human resources processes.
- Provides critical support for teacher residency sustainability. Support would include targeted programming, external funding, and outreach. Outreach includes identification of new partners and potential funding opportunities. Assistance with grant proposals and funding applications is required.
- Engages in ongoing recruitment and selection of participants. Recruitment efforts include identification of aspiring teachers through outreach efforts, application management, and candidate communications. The program coordinator, in conjunction with program leadership, will also support the selection process activities which include interviews, assessments, and candidate evaluations.
- Provides support to program participants. The program coordinator will serve as the primary point of contact for program participants, addressing inquiries, providing guidance, and offering support throughout their apprenticeship journey. Additionally, the coordinator will be asked to plan and monitor mentorship and professional development opportunities for aspiring teachers, fostering their growth and success in the program.
- Manages relationships with partners to maximize program effectiveness, including school districts, community organizations, and funding agencies. The coordinator will facilitate consistent and frequent communication between program partners to ensure alignment of goals and objectives.
- Engages in data collection, analysis, and reporting related to all program activities to support evidence of participant progress and program effectiveness while engaged in continuous improvement. The coordinator may be asked to generate reports and/or presentations to summarize and communicate the key findings of program evaluation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.