Director, Educational Renewal Zone

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NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

University of Arkansas - Fort Smith

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Summary of Job Duties:The primary objective of the Educational Renewal Zone Director is to bridge the gap between two-year college partners, educator preparation programs (EPPS), educational service cooperatives, and public-school districts. The ERZ Director will meet yearly performance goals on state initiatives and track and utilize data to continuously improve program offerings. Develop partnerships between all stakeholders in the educational process to ensure all parties are in conversation about teacher preparation, school performance, and student growth and achievement. Stay up-to-date and support districts and EPPs in implementing innovative teaching methods by providing High-Quality Professional Learning opportunities. Steward grants to support the Zone's activities and goals and oversee budget planning and financial management for the Education Renewal Zone.Qualifications:

Master's degree required. K-12 teaching or administrator experience preferred. Strong knowledge of literacy, curriculum, and evidence-based instructional practices.

TheERZDirector will:

• Meet yearly performance goals on state initiatives and track and utilize data to continuously improve program offerings.

• Develop partnerships between all stakeholders in the educational process to ensure all parties are in conversation about teacher preparation, school performance, and student growth and achievement.

• Stay up-to-date and support districts and EPPs in implementing innovative teaching methods by providing High-Quality Professional Learning opportunities. Steward grants to support the Zone's activities and goals and oversee budget planning and financial management for the Education Renewal Zone.

• Focus on high-quality collaborative educator preparation.

• Focus on high-quality instructional materials (HQIM).

• Focus on Lead and Master Professional Educator Designations, coaching training, evidence-based practices, and the engagement of families and communities in the educational process.

• Focus on statewide priorities in literacy, numeracy, and human capital development.

• Facilitate training in state initiatives such as one-year supervised teacher residency, surveys, and focus groups, promotion of the pre-educator pathway, HQIM and lesson plan internalization, Educator Code of Conduct, Inclusive Practices, RISE Training, LETRS Training, coaching training, High-Impact Tutoring, career pathways, student success plans, and High-Quality Professional Learning (HQPL).

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Salary Information:

$78,130/Year

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of five Professional References (name, email, business title)

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:Applicants should upload a copy of their teaching license.

Full consideration will be given to applications received by June 19, 2026.

Recruitment Contact Information:

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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check

This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal background check, sex offender registry check, financial history background check, and/or drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:HearingFrequent Physical Activity:TalkingOccasional Physical Activity:WalkingBenefits Eligible:Yes