Director - Transition to Teaching/Assistant Professor of Education

Director - Transition to Teaching/Assistant Professor of Education Angola, Indiana

Summary

Trine University invites applications for a full-time director of transition to teaching/assistant professor in the Franks School of Education. The FSOE Director of Transition to Teaching is responsible for supporting and growing Trine’s Education Apprenticeship Model (TEAM). The ideal candidate is passionate about addressing staffing challenges within K-12 school districts, has a clear understanding of the challenges faced by first-year teachers, and is willing to collaborate with various stakeholders to innovate and solve problems. Please include a cover letter and curriculum vitae with your application materials. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Provide day-to-day support and administration of the TEAM program. • Cultivate and maintain relationships with K-12 school districts. • Identify and hire adjunct faculty. • Offer academic advising to TEAM candidates. • Design and implement effective hybrid learning environments. • Track and manage program and and candidate data for internal and external reporting • Manage existing grants, ensuring compliance with requirements and successful implementation. • Partner with workforce development initiatives to sustain and expand the registered teacher apprenticeship program. • Identify and pursue new grant opportunities to support program growth. • Stay informed on current research in teacher education. • Collaborate effectively with colleagues and school partners to enhance program success. Education and/or Experience A doctorate in education (preferred) or a Master’s degree with at least five years of K-12 teaching or leadership experience in U.S. public schools. Outstanding Benefits Trine University offers a comprehensive benefit package designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Some benefits offered include: • Health – medical, dental, vision, flex spending, HSA accounts • Life Insurance – a variety of voluntary life options are available along with an employer paid employee life policy valued at 1½ times annual salary • Financial Insurance – employer paid Long Term Disability and voluntary Short-Term Disability, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness options are available • Paid vacation and sick time • Retirement – after one year of full-time service you are eligible for an employer contribution of 5% and up to an additional 5% employer match • Education – after 6 months of full-time service, undergraduate education benefits are available for employee, spouse, and dependent children Salary The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Apply Job!