Teacher Certification Officer/Assessment Coordinator

University of the Incarnate Word; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, TX seeks a Teacher Certification Officer/Assessment Coordinator to manage the educator certification program within the Dreeben School of Education. This full-time administrative role reports to the Director of Teacher Education and collaborates closely with the Dean to ensure program accuracy and compliance.

Responsibilities include overseeing certification processes, coordinating assessments, and liaising with faculty, students, and staff to

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Five (5) years of related teaching or administrative experience in K-12 schools or higher education.
• Certification officer experience in higher education preferred.
• Current teacher certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the educator certification program.
• Coordinate assessments and maintain program records.
• Collaborate with the Director of Teacher Education and the Dean to meet goals and deadlines.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Independent work

Time management

Customer service

Banner systems

Diversity & inclusion

Compliance

Education

Master's degree

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Position Summary

The Teacher Certification Officer/Assessment Coordinator is a full-time administrative position with the responsibility of managing the educator certification program of the Dreeben School of Education. The Teacher Certification Officer/Assessment Coordinator reports directly to the Director of Teacher Education, working collaboratively with the Dean of the Dreeben School of Education.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Strong proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, or similar systems.
• Strong communication skills, verbal, written, and interpersonal.
• Excellent organization skills.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a deadline driven environment.
• Good customer service skills.
• Ability to effectively learn internal systems such as Banner, etc…
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

Master's Degree.

Required Work Experience

Five (5) years of related teaching or administrative experience in K-12 schools or higher education.

Preferred Qualifications

Certification officer experience in higher education.

Required Certifications, Licenses Or Registrations

Current teacher certification.

Work Hours

Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm with extended hours as needed, especially during peak periods, to meet departmental goals.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 10lbs for table set-up/tear-down at events.
• Ability to lift up to 15lbs of office/event supplies.
• Ability to reach overhead, bend, squat to retrieve office/event materials.
• Ability to push/pull event carts/wagons holding up to 40lbs.
• Ability to actively engage in events for extended periods of time.
• Ability to regularly move about campus and event venues to actively engage faculty, staff, guests, potential/current students, as well as attend meetings on and off campus.

Posting Number

AS2308PO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Category

Administrator (exempt)

Desired Start Date

10/01/2026

Reports To

Director of Teacher Education

Salary

$52,100 Annualized

Open Date

08/25/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

N/A.

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).