Mission:
At Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), we Make it Real through learning, research, creativity, service and discovery — the hallmarks of the VCU experience. A premier, urban, public research university nationally recognized as one of the best employers for diversity, VCU is a great place to work. It’s a place of opportunity, where your success is supported and your career can thrive. VCU offers employees work flexibility, a generous leave package, career paths for advancement, competitive pay, and an opportunity to do mission-driven work.

The mission of the VCU School of Education’s Center for Teacher Leadership is to promote and support teacher and adult learner leadership in order to improve teaching and learning by: advancing the concept of teachers as change agents, providing high-quality training to develop passionate, effective leaders, and sharing the knowledge, experience and insight of teachers with policymakers and other stakeholders. We believe that one of the fastest ways to improve student learning is to support and develop the teachers themselves, transforming them into confident, passionate leaders. To that end, the center has created a number of diverse programs, all designed to provide training and education that advance the profession of teaching. This includes the RTR Teacher Residency program, that pairs teaching residents with experienced educators in our 16 high-needs, hard-to-staff partner districts for a year-long residency. We also house the Virginia Adult Learning Resource Center that provides adult education and literacy resources, publications, and training for Virginia’s adult education practitioners, equipping the field of adult education with essential skills and resources.
Summary:

The Lab School Specialist for the Center for Teacher Leadership (CTL) will assist with the development of K12 - higher education partnerships and will oversee the coordination of the VCU x CodeRVA Lab School. The mission of VCU x CodeRVA Lab School is to prepare Virginia students for college and careers in computer science through personalized, integrated, and applied learning and to recruit, prepare, support, and retain extraordinary, inspiring teacher leaders who are committed to the success of every student. VCU x CodeRVA Lab School’s vision is that every student deserves access to a high quality computer science focused education provided by innovative teacher leaders trained to empower students for success on their college or career pathways. The Lab School Specialist for CTL will serve as a liaison between the Executive Director of CodeRVA Regional High School and the Executive Director of the RTR Teacher Residency Program, holding regular meetings with each. Additionally, they will collaborate with partner school divisions, various colleges across VCU, outside education and business organizations, and others to ensure successful implementation of grant activities.
Typical Duties:
• Attend meetings with individuals and groups from various education and business organizations.
• Schedule, prepare, and lead meetings to update stakeholders on grant activity progress.
• Serve as an intermediary between the Executive Directors of CodeRVA and RTR
Collaborate with research and evaluation team members to help collect and provide access to required data.

Required Qualifications
• Master's degree
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in an educational leadership role, program management, grant management, or a similar role
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to think, organize and prioritize projects, independently make informed decisions, and navigate complex challenges
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Demonstrated experience in collaborating with external partners and stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications
• Strong understanding and/or experience working with K-12 schools, higher education institutions, or other educational organizations

Required:
• Cover Letter
• CV/Resume
• Diversity Statement

Position Details:
Title: Lab School Specialist for the VCU School of Education’s Center for Teacher Leadership

Department: School of Education, Center for Teacher Leadership
VCU job slotting: Senior Education Specialist CE (14234)
Salary: Commensurate with experience in a range of: $65,000 to $75,000.
Hybrid Work Available: Yes; Must be able to make trips to partner school divisions as needed and be available for in-person meetings on the VCU Main Campus.

This is a grant-funded position.

Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000

Position Details:

Department: Center for Teacher Leadership
Employment Type: UF - University Employee FT
Restricted Status: Yes
FTE: 1
Exemption Status: Exempt

Contact Information:

Contact Name: Samantha Hope

Contact Email: HOPEST@vcu.edu