Senior Manager: Educator Advancement & IHE Partnerships

Position Summary Senior Manager: Educator Advancement & IHE Partnerships Title Code: C20680 Job Summary The Educator Advancement and IHE Partnerships position serves as the pivotal leader in fostering and enhancing collaborative relationships between the school system and Institutes of Higher Education (IHE). This role is essential in preparing pre‑service teacher candidates and supporting current educators in obtaining advanced degrees and certifications. The incumbent will innovate, create, and coordinate diverse learning opportunities and professional advancement programs. Additionally, they will oversee the Professional Development Schools (PDS) Program, manage the New Administrator Induction programs, and ensure all initiatives align with the system's goals of creating equitable and engaging educational environments. This role also includes the management of academic specialists responsible for designing and implementing professional learning for teachers, educators, and other employee groups throughout the district. The role demands a high level of innovation, strategic planning, and collaboration to strengthen educational partnerships and professional development programs. Additional Work Days/Hours Ability to work flexible schedules Evenings/Nights Extended hours Outside of normal business hours Summer hours Weekends Essential Duties/Responsibilities Strengthen partnerships between the school system and IHEs, facilitating interactions among partners, PDS principals, and site coordinators to cultivate impactful educational programs. Design, deliver, and evaluate professional development programs, ensuring staff are well equipped to support pre‑service teachers, colleagues, and students effectively. Oversee the placement, onboarding, and ongoing support of pre‑service teaching candidates and interns from other school system offices, ensuring a comprehensive and supportive learning experience. Actively participate in the MD PDS Network and IHE‑specific councils to strengthen partnerships, identify opportunities for mutual benefit, and align program objectives with broader educational goals. Serve as the primary liaison between the school system, individual schools, and IHEs, resolving issues related to the PDS, graduate programs, and other collaborative initiatives. Align professional development offerings for student interns with those provided to new teachers, ensuring a seamless transition from intern to professional educator. Identify, develop, and manage bachelor's, advanced degree, certificate programs, and other internal leadership induction programs that address the system's needs. Assist employees in navigating available resources for advanced degree and certificate programs, including hosting information sessions, creating informative materials, and addressing queries related to tuition reimbursement and direct billing. Develop and respond to proposals aimed at establishing or enhancing educational initiatives, leading some Maryland Blueprint initiatives, managing Title II funding for PDS and RTC programs, and overseeing direct billing processes for advanced degree and certificate cohorts. Perform other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower. Minimum Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required. Master’s Degree in a related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university preferred. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position. Experience Seven (7) years successful classroom teaching experience required. Five (5) years management experience required. Two (2) years program and/or people management experience preferred. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Experience in planning and facilitating professional development activities at the school and/or district level. Experience with strategic planning and/or school improvement planning. In‑depth knowledge of instructional practices, pedagogy, and the AACPS Teaching and Learning Cycle. Proficiency in using Social Media and Brightspace D2L. Proficiency with business technology applications (e.g., Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite). Excellent organizational, oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with administrators, professional colleagues, staff, students, parents, and the public. Knowledge of the Professional Learning Standards as indicated by Learning Forward and adult learning theory, teaching methods and techniques for teaching the adult learner. Knowledge of Maryland Higher Education Commission policies for Maryland public and private colleges and universities and Maryland Approved Alternative Preparation Programs. Knowledge of state teacher education program standards as well as NCATE/CAEP standards. Ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations. Licenses & Certifications Hold or be eligible for Educator Certification: Advanced Professional Certificate (APC) issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) preferred. Hold or be eligible for Driver’s License (DL) Class C Non‑Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required. Daily access to reliable transportation. Driving Requirements Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position. Personal vehicle. Leadership & Management Duties First‑level supervisor. Manages 1 to 5 direct staff and indirect staff. Interviews, selects, and trains employees. Directs the work of employees. Maintains records for use in supervision. Plans the work and determines the techniques to use. Apportions the work among employees. Determines the type of materials, supplies, machinery, equipment or tools to be used. Controls the flow and distribution of materials or supplies. Plans and controls the budget. Monitors and implements legal compliance measures. Physical Demands & Working Conditions The physical demands and working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands Standing: under one third of the time Walking: under one third of the time Sitting: between one third and two thirds of the time Keyboarding: between one third and two thirds of the time Talking: over two thirds of the time Hearing: over two thirds of the time Driving: under one third of the time As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position. Travel Requirements Ten percent monthly day travel within the county; travel to BOE and schools for meetings. EEO Statement Equal Employment Opportunity. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Anne Arundel County Public Schools