Classroom-To-Classroom Grant Project Coordinator, Department Of Teacher Education

Department

College of Education

Job Posting Title

Classroom-to-Classroom Grant Project Coordinator, Department Of Teacher Education

Job Description

This is a temporary, grant-funded position that is subject to grant renewal with the Kansas Board of Regents. This position primarily oversees the Classroom-to-Classroom (C2C) project and the Kansas Registered Teacher Apprenticeship (RTA) program by providing related academic advising and mentoring in the Department of Teacher Education. The successful applicant will collaborate with department faculty and staff to promote the TE Department and support students in the C2C and RTA programs. The successful applicant will have strong interpersonal skills and possess a desire to help students achieve personal and professional goals related to their academic plan. A strong work ethic, customer service skills, professionalism and collegiality are essential. This is an on-campus (non-remote) position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution

• Strong communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to complete tasks independently and problem solve

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with multiple organizations

• Experience working with grant-funded projects and related recording keeping and reporting

• Competency with record-keeping programs, especially Excel

• Experience in the field of academic advising

• Experience working in an educational setting

• Experience working in a customer service-related field

• Knowledge of teacher preparation

• Experience with Dodge City and/or Great Bend communities

• Experience working with first generation students and/or minority populations

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Job Duties:

• Coordinate and manage scholarship marketing, advertisement and awards

• Assist the program partners in recruiting and retention efforts

• Work with the Classroom to Classroom Grant Coordinator, RTA Coordinator, and Leadership Committee to ensure program compliance

• Revise and negotiate programs of study

• Assist in writing program-related grants and reports to the Kansas Board of Regents

• Respond to questions and inquiries from current and prospective students related to programs, policies and procedures within the Classroom to Classroom program and the Department of Teacher Education

• Academic advising for students in the Classroom to Classroom program and FHSU Teacher Education programs

• Advise program-related students on all issues related to courses, programs of study, transcript analysis, course substitution and professional-related inquires

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date student files and records

• Attend departmental and community partner meetings

• Other pertinent duties as assigned by the Chair of the TE Department and/or the Classroom to Classroom Grant Coordinator, and/or RTA Coordinator, and/or Leadership Committee

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Salary: $35,568 annual salary. This is a temporary, grant-funded position that is dependent on renewal with the Kansas Board of Regents.

Appointment Date: The start date will be determined after acceptance of an offer and successful completion of a background check.

Benefits: Competitive benefit package http://www.fhsu.edu/humanresourceoffice/Prospective-Employees/

Application Process: To apply for this position, please visit https://fhsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CAREERS. Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted.

Required Application Documents: Please submit a cover letter, resume and names and contact information for three professional references. Submit one PDF with all of the required application documents.

If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:

Dr. Matthew Clay, Assistant Professor of Teacher Education

Email: maclay@fhsu.edu

Phone: (785) 628-4578

About the Classroom to Classroom Project:

The "Classroom to Classroom" (C2C) project will facilitate the movement of high school seniors and community college students to a four-year education and ultimately to a classroom in an underserved area. In this project, the Fort Hays State University (FHSU) Department of Teacher Education (DTE) will partner with Barton Community College (BCC), Dodge City Community College (DCCC), USD #443 Dodge City Schools, and USD #428 Great Bend Schools. Both partner communities are in underserved areas as recognized by KBOR. This project seeks to increase the number of elementary (K-6) and elementary special education (K-6) teachers in underserved and underrepresented communities by removing barriers for individuals already within the communities who wish to become teachers.

About the Registered Teacher Apprenticeship Program:

The Registered Teacher Apprenticeship program is offered through the Kansas State Department of Education and provides students with a scholarship to offset tuition costs while they pursue their undergraduate (online) degree in education. While in the program, students take online classes while also working in a non-teaching role for an approved Kansas school district. For more information on this program, visit the following KSDE site: https://www.ksde.org/Agency/Division-of-Learning-Services/Teacher-Licensure-TL/Registered-Teacher-Apprenticeship

Community of Hays

FHSU is located in Hays, a vibrant college town of approximately 20,000, located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education, health care, professional services, shopping, culture, and recreation for the western half of Kansas. The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities, including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement, Hays Aquatic Park, Smoky Hill Country Club, Hays Municipal Golf Course, and extensive walking, running, and biking trails. Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping. The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily. The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12, public and private schools. With over 60 restaurants, major retail outlets, a low unemployment rate, and very short commute times, the city provides a safe, welcoming, low-cost, high-quality living environment for the residents who call "Hays, America" home.

Notice of Non-discrimination - Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status.

Background Check: Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.

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