Strategic Director, Alternative Pathways & Partnerships

National Louis University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,187 - 94,520; Full time

Job summary

National Louis University seeks an Assistant Director of Alternative Programs to lead the operational and strategic efforts of the NCE Alternative Pathway Programs. You will supervise staff, foster district partnerships, and develop systems to improve candidate success and employment outcomes, in collaboration with the School Director of Teacher Preparation, Outreach/Enrollment, and Advising.

The role focuses on program implementation, stakeholder satisfaction, and growth through outreach,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education or a related field.
• Five years of experience with state licensure programs or deep Illinois licensure system knowledge.
• Experience working with racially, culturally and economically diverse colleagues and students.
• Experience using data for improvement purposes.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead supervisors, including assignment and oversight of supervision for alternative pathway programs.
• Visit schools annually and collect feedback from administrators and candidates.
• Maintain quarterly communication with district partners.
• Develop student guidance processes and strategies and support onboarding in programs.
• Manage program partnerships and guide program growth with school/district/CMO liaisons.
• Lead outreach events and engagement with residency and alumni.
• Develop a process to match candidates to districts for employment.

Skills

Teamwork & Collaboration

Relationship Building

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Data-driven decision making

Education

Master's degree in education or related field

Job description

National Louis University seeks an Assistant Director of Alternative Programs to lead the operational and strategic efforts of the NCE Alternative Pathway Programs. You will supervise staff, foster district partnerships, and develop systems to improve candidate success and employment outcomes, in collaboration with the School Director of Teacher Preparation, Outreach/Enrollment, and Advising.

The role focuses on program implementation, stakeholder satisfaction, and growth through outreach,