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Alternative Licensure Instructor (ALI) - specializing in Teacher Education
University of Colorado Denver
Alternative Licensure Instructor (ALI) - specializing in Teacher Education - 31132 Faculty Description
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Alternative Licensure Instructor (ALI) - specializing in Teacher Education
ASPIRE to Teach Alternative Teacher Licensure Program
School of Education and Human Development
1.0 FTE, 12-month Non-Tenure Track Faculty
Position # 618580 - Requisition #31132
The School of Education & Human Development (SEHD) at the University of Colorado Denver announces a full-time teacher educator position in our continuing and professional education (CPE) program, for the ASPIRE to Teach Alternative Teacher Licensure Program.
We are seeking a K-12 experienced educator with expertise in the content of teacher education and learning; someone with pedagogical, instructional, and coaching expertise that cuts across all content areas. The person would serve in a transdisciplinary role as a pedagogical and instructional coach, mentor, learning guide, and professional learning facilitator. Endorsement areas could include business, physical education, computer science, family and consumer sciences, the visual and performing arts, etc. Applicants must have demonstrated expertise in adult learning, the use of instructional technologies for remote learning, online curriculum facilitation, instructional leadership in professional learning communities, coaching of practicing teachers, engagement in collaborative work, and a history of working with non-dominant communities.
The ASPIRE to Teach philosophical approach to alternative teacher licensure features the interplay of the following theoretical frameworks:
How People Learn as a way to organize thinking about the design of effective learning environments through the overlapping principles: learner centered, knowledge centered, assessment centered, and community centered.
CREDE's (Center for Research on Education, Diversity, & Excellence) Five Standards of Effective Pedagogy establishing ideals for best teaching practices, especially for students whose potential is challenged by language or cultural barriers, race, geographic location, or poverty.
Culturally Responsive Instruction, Curriculum, and Classroom Management frameworks consciously and systematically woven throughout all learning experiences promoting knowledge, skills, and dispositions of sociocultural conscious teachers.
Universal Design for Learning instructional design principles that give all students equitable opportunities to learn.
High Leverage Practices, the fundamentals of teaching
This role also includes the responsibility for evaluating Alternative Licensed Candidates (ALCs) who are Teachers of Record in a Colorado school for completion of work required to be eligible for Initial Teacher License in Colorado. In this role you are responsible for the continued development, implementation, and coordination of the ASPIRE to Teach curriculum and program. Demonstrated expertise in pedagogy and instruction, as well as documented experience as a teacher developer at the K-12 or higher education level is required. The position is located in the Denver-metro area. Job responsibilities also include some evening and weekend work.
Responsibilities
Teaching (80%)
Support and mentor your caseload of candidates across all endorsement areas by:
o Providing timely ongoing specific feedback and assessing the performance on work submitted to online learning modules.
o Providing timely ongoing specific feedback and assess the performance on work submitted to online video coaching portal.
o Meeting 1:1 with candidates monthly via video conference
o Tracking and reporting candidate program and teacher development progress
Contribute expertise related to the ASPIRE program philosophical frameworks.
Design and facilitate candidate learning in authentic remote Professional Learning Community (PLCs) that supports their development as effective educators.
Communicate regularly with candidates regarding progress in the classroom and ASPIRE program.
ALI Team and Collective Program Work (20%)
Provide ongoing support to other ALIs by offering resources and tools and sharing "best practices."
Ability to work collaboratively on an interdependent team.
Contribute to program and curriculum development in collaboration with colleagues.
Take on different program leadership roles, as needed.
Ability to seek out, give and receive collegial feedback.
A disposition of curiosity, ability to hold multiple perspectives, and the skills to foster relationships with ALIs, ALCs, program staff, and administrators across multiple institutions.
Tolerance for ambiguity due to the dynamic nature of the program and work.
Participate in various ASPIRE team meeting structures.
Meet as needed with the faculty and staff in the main School of Education & Human Development for collaboration and resource sharing.
Engage in program evaluation activities.
Supervision Exercised:
None
Supervision Received:
This position will report to the Executive Director of Alternative Licensure.
Location:
Denver-metro area (this is not a remote position)
Why Join Us:
ASPIRE to Teach is an alternative licensure program for general and special educators. We partner with Teach for America Colorado, school districts, charter schools, facility schools, and independent schools throughout the state, providing initial teacher licensure and professional learning opportunities through our fully online learning content modules, candidate (teacher) coaching, facilitation of professional learning communities (PLC), and teacher development assessment process.
The School of Education and Human Development at the University of Colorado Denver is a highly collaborative program that includes university faculty and P-12 educators and community members. Our mission is to prepare and inspire teacher leaders to have a profound impact in fostering student opportunity, achievement, and success in urban and diverse communities. Faculty develop and maintain close partnerships with schools and other educational and community agencies situated in social and economic contexts with diverse student and community populations.
The School of Education and Human Development at the University of Colorado Denver is a statewide and national leader for educational quality, access and equity across the education lifespan, birth through higher education. Our undergraduate and graduate programs prepare and inspire education and human development leaders to have profound impacts in fostering student opportunity, achievement and success in diverse communities throughout Colorado. We believe that all students deserve access to an excellent education; that all communities deserve well-supported high-quality schools; and all individuals and families deserve access to mental and community health resources that support their well-being. Our academic programs, our world-class faculty and our curriculum reflect this philosophy of inclusion and social justice. Through innovative research and partnerships, we strive to be passionate agents of change, inspiring upcoming generations to learn from the past and shape the future. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion works toward a more just and compassionate world. Our Equity, Diversity & Inclusion approach is described here: https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4590052&targetURL=618580 - Requisition #31132
The School of Education & Human Development (SEHD) at the University of Colorado Denver announces a full-time teacher educator position in our continuing and professional education (CPE) program, for the ASPIRE to Teach Alternative Teacher Licensure Program.
We are seeking a K-12 experienced educator with expertise in the content of teacher education and learning; someone with pedagogical, instructional, and coaching expertise that cuts across all content areas. The person would serve in a transdisciplinary role as a pedagogical and instructional coach, mentor, learning guide, and professional learning facilitator. Endorsement areas could include business, physical education, computer science, family and consumer sciences, the visual and performing arts, etc. Applicants must have demonstrated expertise in adult learning, the use of instructional technologies for remote learning, online curriculum facilitation, instructional leadership in professional learning communities, coaching of practicing teachers, engagement in collaborative work, and a history of working with non-dominant communities.
The ASPIRE to Teach philosophical approach to alternative teacher licensure features the interplay of the following theoretical frameworks:
How People Learn as a way to organize thinking about the design of effective learning environments through the overlapping principles: learner centered, knowledge centered, assessment centered, and community centered.
CREDE's (Center for Research on Education, Diversity, & Excellence) Five Standards of Effective Pedagogy establishing ideals for best teaching practices, especially for students whose potential is challenged by language or cultural barriers, race, geographic location, or poverty.
Culturally Responsive Instruction, Curriculum, and Classroom Management frameworks consciously and systematically woven throughout all learning experiences promoting knowledge, skills, and dispositions of sociocultural conscious teachers.
Universal Design for Learning instructional design principles that give all students equitable opportunities to learn.
High Leverage Practices, the fundamentals of teaching
This role also includes the responsibility for evaluating Alternative Licensed Candidates (ALCs) who are Teachers of Record in a Colorado school for completion of work required to be eligible for Initial Teacher License in Colorado. In this role you are responsible for the continued development, implementation, and coordination of the ASPIRE to Teach curriculum and program. Demonstrated expertise in pedagogy and instruction, as well as documented experience as a teacher developer at the K-12 or higher education level is required. The position is located in the Denver-metro area. Job responsibilities also include some evening and weekend work.
Responsibilities
Teaching (80%)
Support and mentor your caseload of candidates across all endorsement areas by:
o Providing timely ongoing specific feedback and assessing the performance on work submitted to online learning modules.
o Providing timely ongoing specific feedback and assess the performance on work submitted to online video coaching portal.
o Meeting 1:1 with candidates monthly via video conference
o Tracking and reporting candidate program and teacher development progress
Contribute expertise related to the ASPIRE program philosophical frameworks.
Design and facilitate candidate learning in authentic remote Professional Learning Community (PLCs) that supports their development as effective educators.
Communicate regularly with candidates regarding progress in the classroom and ASPIRE program.
ALI Team and Collective Program Work (20%)
Provide ongoing support to other ALIs by offering resources and tools and sharing "best practices."
Ability to work collaboratively on an interdependent team.
Contribute to program and curriculum development in collaboration with colleagues.
Take on different program leadership roles, as needed.
Ability to seek out, give and receive collegial feedback.
A disposition of curiosity, ability to hold multiple perspectives, and the skills to foster relationships with ALIs, ALCs, program staff, and administrators across multiple institutions.
Tolerance for ambiguity due to the dynamic nature of the program and work.
Participate in various ASPIRE team meeting structures.
Meet as needed with the faculty and staff in the main School of Education & Human Development for collaboration and resource sharing.
Engage in program evaluation activities.
Supervision Exercised:
None
Supervision Received:
This position will report to the Executive Director of Alternative Licensure.
Location:
Denver-metro area (this is not a remote position)
Why Join Us:
ASPIRE to Teach is an alternative licensure program for general and special educators. We partner with Teach for America Colorado, school districts, charter schools, facility schools, and independent schools throughout the state, providing initial teacher licensure and professional learning opportunities through our fully online learning content modules, candidate (teacher) coaching, facilitation of professional learning communities (PLC), and teacher development assessment process.
The School of Education and Human Development at the University of Colorado Denver is a highly collaborative program that includes university faculty and P-12 educators and community members. Our mission is to prepare and inspire teacher leaders to have a profound impact in fostering student opportunity, achievement, and success in urban and diverse communities. Faculty develop and maintain close partnerships with schools and other educational and community agencies situated in social and economic contexts with diverse student and community populations.
The School of Education and Human Development at the University of Colorado Denver is a statewide and national leader for educational quality, access and equity across the education lifespan, birth through higher education. Our undergraduate and graduate programs prepare and inspire education and human development leaders to have profound impacts in fostering student opportunity, achievement and success in diverse communities throughout Colorado. We believe that all students deserve access to an excellent education; that all communities deserve well-supported high-quality schools; and all individuals and families deserve access to mental and community health resources that support their well-being. Our academic programs, our world-class faculty and our curriculum reflect this philosophy of inclusion and social justice. Through innovative research and partnerships, we strive to be passionate agents of change, inspiring upcoming generations to learn from the past and shape the future. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion works toward a more just and compassionate world. Our Equity, Diversity & Inclusion approach is described here: https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4590052&targetURL=The School of Education & Human Development (SEHD) at the University of Colorado Denver announces a full-time teacher educator position in our continuing and professional education (CPE) program, for the ASPIRE to Teach Alternative Teacher Licensure Program.
We are seeking a K-12 experienced educator with expertise in the content of teacher education and learning; someone with pedagogical, instructional, and coaching expertise that cuts across all content areas. The person would serve in a transdisciplinary role as a pedagogical and instructional coach, mentor, learning guide, and professional learning facilitator. Endorsement areas could include business, physical education, computer science, family and consumer sciences, the visual and performing arts, etc. Applicants must have demonstrated expertise in adult learning, the use of instructional technologies for remote learning, online curriculum facilitation, instructional leadership in professional learning communities, coaching of practicing teachers, engagement in collaborative work, and a history of working with non-dominant communities.
The ASPIRE to Teach philosophical approach to alternative teacher licensure features the interplay of the following theoretical frameworks:
How People Learn as a way to organize thinking about the design of effective learning environments through the overlapping principles: learner centered, knowledge centered, assessment centered, and community centered.
CREDE's (Center for Research on Education, Diversity, & Excellence) Five Standards of Effective Pedagogy establishing ideals for best teaching practices, especially for students whose potential is challenged by language or cultural barriers, race, geographic location, or poverty.
Culturally Responsive Instruction, Curriculum, and Classroom Management frameworks consciously and systematically woven throughout all learning experiences promoting knowledge, skills, and dispositions of sociocultural conscious teachers.
Universal Design for Learning instructional design principles that give all students equitable opportunities to learn.
High Leverage Practices, the fundamentals of teaching
This role also includes the responsibility for evaluating Alternative Licensed Candidates (ALCs) who are Teachers of Record in a Colorado school for completion of work required to be eligible for Initial Teacher License in Colorado. In this role you are responsible for the continued development, implementation, and coordination of the ASPIRE to Teach curriculum and program. Demonstrated expertise in pedagogy and instruction, as well as documented experience as a teacher developer at the K-12 or higher education level is required. The position is located in the Denver-metro area. Job responsibilities also include some evening and weekend work.
Responsibilities
Teaching (80%)
Support and mentor your caseload of candidates across all endorsement areas by:
o Providing timely ongoing specific feedback and assessing the performance on work submitted to online learning modules.
o Providing timely ongoing specific feedback and assess the performance on work submitted to online video coaching portal.
o Meeting 1:1 with candidates monthly via video conference
o Tracking and reporting candidate program and teacher development progress
Contribute expertise related to the ASPIRE program philosophical frameworks.
Design and facilitate candidate learning in authentic remote Professional Learning Community (PLCs) that supports their development as effective educators.
Communicate regularly with candidates regarding progress in the classroom and ASPIRE program.
ALI Team and Collective Program Work (20%)
Provide ongoing support to other ALIs by offering resources and tools and sharing "best practices."
Ability to work collaboratively on an interdependent team.
Contribute to program and curriculum development in collaboration with colleagues.
Take on different program leadership roles, as needed.
Ability to seek out, give and receive collegial feedback.
A disposition of curiosity, ability to hold multiple perspectives, and the skills to foster relationships with ALIs, ALCs, program staff, and administrators across multiple institutions.
Tolerance for ambiguity due to the dynamic nature of the program and work.
Participate in various ASPIRE team meeting structures.
Meet as needed with the faculty and staff in the main School of Education & Human Development for collaboration and resource sharing.
Engage in program evaluation activities.
Supervision Exercised:
None
Supervision Received:
This position will report to the Executive Director of Alternative Licensure.
Location:
Denver-metro area (this is not a remote position)
Why Join Us:
ASPIRE to Teach is an alternative licensure program for general and special educators. We partner with Teach for America Colorado, school districts, charter schools, facility schools, and independent schools throughout the state, providing initial teacher licensure and professional learning opportunities through our fully online learning content modules, candidate (teacher) coaching, facilitation of professional learning communities (PLC), and teacher development assessment process.
The School of Education and Human Development at the University of Colorado Denver is a highly collaborative program that includes university faculty and P-12 educators and community members. Our mission is to prepare and inspire teacher leaders to have a profound impact in fostering student opportunity, achievement, and success in urban and diverse communities. Faculty develop and maintain close partnerships with schools and other educational and community agencies situated in social and economic contexts with diverse student and community populations.
The School of Education and Human Development at the University of Colorado Denver is a statewide and national leader for educational quality, access and equity across the education lifespan, birth through higher education. Our undergraduate and graduate programs prepare and inspire education and human development leaders to have profound impacts in fostering student opportunity, achievement and success in diverse communities throughout Colorado. We believe that all students deserve access to an excellent education; that all communities deserve well-supported high-quality schools; and all individuals and families deserve access to mental and community health resources that support their well-being. Our academic programs, our world-class faculty and our curriculum reflect this philosophy of inclusion and social justice. Through innovative research and partnerships, we strive to be passionate agents of change, inspiring upcoming generations to learn from the past and shape the future. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion works toward a more just and compassionate world. Our Equity, Diversity & Inclusion approach is described here: https://education.ucdenver.edu/about-us/equity-diversity-inclusion
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in education, with emphasis in curriculum and instruction or related field.
3 or more years of current demonstrated expertise in a teacher education/development role in higher education or K-12 education, including coaching teachers in the field.
Preferred Qualifications:
We are seeking candidates who believe deeply in our organization's mission and who display a record of achievement. Successful candidates will also demonstrate:
Five or more years in a K-12 school setting as a teacher, preferably working with culturally and/or linguistically diverse students in urban or rural settings.
Familiarity with Colorado curriculum standards and Teacher Quality Standards.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal alternative license policy.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in remote learning environments, developing and delivering instruction, and supporting and facilitating professional learning communities.
Demonstrated pedagogical and instructional expertise in a K-12 setting.
Demonstrated experience supporting teacher development across multiple endorsement areas.
Demonstrated commitment to a socially just and equitable approach to education.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in culturally responsive teaching/learning and linguistically diverse education.
Desired Competencies and Traits:
Self-directed, work independently, take initiative with or without the help of others.
Strong empathetic, Interpersonal, and relationship building skills.
Knowledge and experience related to adult learning theory.
Excellent communication skills, both written and in virtual spaces
Ability to efficiently allocate your time and cognitive resources to achieve thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing tasks.
Tolerance for ambiguity
Salary and Benefits
The starting salary for this position has been established at $68,500 at 1.0 FTE.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. The salary represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Total compensation goes beyond the number on a paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions.
Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness
Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation
The continuance of this appointment will be based on merit/performance, and availability of funding
Diversity and Equity:
The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
The School of Education & Human Development's diversity statement is available here: https://education.ucdenver.edu/about-us/equity-diversity-inclusion
ADA Statement:
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.
Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.
Tentative Search Timeline:
- Priority will be given to applications submitted by September 26, 2023. However, this posting will remain open until filled.
- Potential dates for interviews with the search committee and appointing authority are the first weeks of October, 2023.
- A potential employee start date is November 1, 2023.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Required Application Materials:
For full consideration, please visit https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4590052&targetURL=
- Priority will be given to applications submitted by September 26, 2023. However, this posting will remain open until filled.
- Potential dates for interviews with the search committee and appointing authority are the first weeks of October, 2023.
- A potential employee start date is November 1, 2023.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Required Application Materials:
For full consideration, please visit http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach the following documents:
- A letter of application including the candidate's interests, experiences, and qualifications specifically related to the position responsibilities.
- A current curriculum vita/resume.
- Transcripts of graduate work. Unofficial transcripts may be sent for application. Official transcripts will be requested at point of hire.
- Two current letters of reference who can address your qualifications for the position requirements.
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.
Please do not submit any of your application material (via email) to the job posting contact.
Questions about the position should be directed to: Dr. Suzanne Arnold, suzanne.arnold@ucdenver.edu
Questions about the application process should be directed to: SEHD HR, sehdhr@ucdenver.edu
Qualifications
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Reference Letters (Not Confidential), Unofficial transcript(s) Job Category
: Faculty Primary Location
: Denver Department: U0001 -- DENVER & ANSCHUTZ MED CAMPUS - 30070 - SEHD CPE Schedule
: Full-time Posting Date
: Sep 12, 2023 Unposting Date
: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Suzanne Arnold Posting Contact Email: suzanne.arnold@ucdenver.edu Position Number: 00615580
To apply, please visit: https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=31132&lang=en
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