Oklahoma A+ Schools Institute - Arts Integration Teacher Academy Program Manager

University-of-Central-Oklahom; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond, OK is seeking an experienced Education Programs Manager to plan, design, and manage Arts Integration Teacher Academy modules and services. This role includes recruiting schools, ensuring compliance with guidelines, and preparing reports.

Travel is required for events and site visits. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in education, 5+ years of related experience (7+ years preferred), and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field required.
• 5+ years of relevant education experience or 7+ years equivalent work experience.
• Valid Driver's License and clean driving record required.
• Master's degree in Education or school leadership experience preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, develop, and manage programs and services for the Arts Integration Teacher Academy project.
• Assist in framing modules and programming for launch.
• Recruit schools and teachers to participate and ensure guidelines are followed.
• Collect information and prepare reports describing project objectives and recommendations.
• Develop and supervise module programming with staff and fellows to meet educational goals.
• Meet weekly with executive staff for project management and consistency.
• Determine needs for guest speakers and assist in securing them.
• Maintain databases and manage D2L access for evaluators.
• Design and execute culminating projects and events; maintain schedules and communications.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Zoom

D2L

Confidentiality

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Master's degree in Education (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

D2L

Zoom

Job description

Position Classification:Regular, full-time, salaried, exempt and benefit-eligible staff position. For more benefit information visit Why Work at UCO?General Schedule:This position typically works 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday at UCO's main campus in Edmond, Oklahoma. Occasional Evenings and weekends will be needed for events.Position Overview and Job Duties:Plan, design, develop, execute, and manage programs and services associated with the Arts Integration Teacher Academy project. Assist in final framing of the modules and programming to prepare for the launching of the project. Help to recruit and identify the schools and teachers who will participate. Ensure relevant guidelines, specifications, policy and/or procedures are followed for academic related programs, groups, and/or services. Assure that all project specifications, program design, and services are completed. Collect information from all participants and prepare reports summarizing data, describing and analyzing project objectives, making adjustments and recommendations. Develop, assign, and supervise module programming work with A+ staff and A+ fellows to make sure educational needs of participants and goals of the project are being met. Meet weekly with A+ executive staff, for program management, oversight, and consistency. Determine appropriate needs for guest speakers for modules and assist in securing same. Help maintain relevant databases and manage D2L learning management system to ensure access as needed by evaluators. Designing, planning, assigning, and execution of the culminating projects/event. Assist in development of presentations and dissemination of same. Maintain a clear, concise schedule for all modules, coaching, site visits, etc. Maintain clear concise communication with participants, school leaders, districts, A+ staff, A+ fellows, and others associated with the project.Travel is required to perform the duties of the position. Performs other related duties as assigned.Experience Required:Bachelor's degree in education or related field to the position. 5+ years of relevant experience or 7+ years of equivalent work experience that provides knowledge of and exposure to fundamental theories, principles, and concepts. Demonstrated application of expertise in education field to achieve results.Must have a valid Driver's License and clean driving record.Experience Preferred:Master's degree in Education or related fieldSchool leadership experience such as being a principal, instructional coach, or position that involved observation, coaching, and feedback to educators is highly desirable.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, human relations, public relations, and organizational skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher) and web- based applications such as Zoom and D2L. Ability to work independently, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and interact professionally with all segments of the University community. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Must be detail-oriented. Ability to work productively with a variety of personalities and in a variety of situations.Physical Demands:Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.