Working Position Title Teacher Certification Coordinator (4485)
Classification Coordinator
Position Number 00004485
Open Date 02/07/2024
Close Date
Priority Review Date 03/08/2024
Employee Class Staff
Full-Time/Part Time Full-Time
FTE 1.00
Position Status Temporary
FLSA Exempt
Job code 1240SPS04
Union Representation Non-Union
Union Code N/A
Unit/Department Mathematical Sciences
College/Unit College of LA&S Dean
Division Academic Division
Location WH 320
Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page https://www.niu.edu/employment/index.shtml

Overview
Position Summary
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Be proficient in Department, University and State Teacher Certification requirements and assist in development and preparation of program accreditation documents.
• Evaluate and submit course substitutions meeting NIU program.
• Serve as liaison for College of Liberal Arts & Sciences on Departmental, College, University committees related to Teacher Certification, and community colleges.
• Serve as a University supervisor when needed.

• Collaborate with the other coordinator of teacher certification to coordinate and supervise:
  • MATH 401: Clinical School Experience in Mathematics
  • MATH 412: Methods of Instruction in Secondary Mathematics Curriculum
  • MATH 413: Student Teaching in Secondary Mathematics
• Observe, supervise and evaluate students onsite
• Work with students, cooperating teachers and university supervisors
• Plan and conduct seminars
• Schedule speakers
• Review portfolios
• Maintain official files of student observations and reflections

• Advise prospective and current students on coursework needed for successful completion of Mathematics Teacher Certification Program and endorsements, during established regular office hours to advise students and potential students.
• Evaluate transcripts for potential candidates and returning students; design timelines and develop projected schedules for successful completion of program.
• Maintain official advising and program files for students in the Mathematics Teacher Certification Program.
• Help recruit students into the program.

• Advise and assist students in preparation of ILAS 201, ILAS 301 & MATH 401 applications, including proofreading, distributing permits and coordinating placement requests.

• Assist the Chair of the Mathematical Sciences Department. (generally).

Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) (Civil Service)
Specialty Factors (Civil Service)
Preferred Qualifications (Civil Service)
Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS)

• A Masters degree in education or other related fields and at least 5 years of experience in education, social work, or educational advocacy.

• A Bachelors degree and 6 to 10 years' experience in education, and/or educational advocacy.

Additional Requirements (SPS)
Preferred Qualifications (SPS)

• At least 6 or more years of experience as an EAP Education Advisor and experience working with foster children's education

Physical demands/requirements

Anticipated Appointment Start Date 08/16/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date 05/15/2025
Percent of Staff Year 0.75
Standard Hours Per Week 37.50
Working Hours 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday-Friday, one-hour lunch
Salary $57,914.64 annually
Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range $3,217.48 ppp
Earn Type Salary

Application Procedure

• Resume/CV,
• Cover Letter
• List of References
• Unofficial Transcripts

Special Instructions
Quick Link to Applicant https://employment.niu.edu/postings/76065
Is Background Check Required? Yes
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In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

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