Educator Preparation Certification Coordinator - COE Assessment and Accountability

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a professional position responsible for planning, organizing, and performing services to support candidates in all initial and advanced programs leading to recommendation as an educator by the state of Texas. Responsible for performing duties as the certification officer of an approved state educator preparation program (EPP). Works under general supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Educator Preparation Manager, College of Education.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field is required.

Three years of related experience is required. Teacher certification and K-12 classroom experience is preferred.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Maintains knowledge of and implements state educator certification policies.
2. Assists department chairs and faculty in program assessment, evaluation and implementation of state educator policies.
3. Determines candidate eligibility and recommends eligible candidates from initial (undergraduate and Alternative Certification Program (ACP)) and advanced programs for certification.
4. Collaborates and communicates with school district partners to meet certification needs.
5. Manages and maintains student records.
6. Oversees admissions related to the EPP.
7. Attends meetings of state EPP support organizations, state education agency and national accreditation council.
8. Assists with preparation of departmental, university, state and national reports.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Performs other related duties as assigned.