Co-Director, Center for the Advancement of Reading and Writing

Chancellor's Office Statement

Join our team at the California State University, Office of the Chancellor, and make a difference in providing access to higher education. We are currently seeking experienced candidates for the position of Co-Director, Center for the Advancement of Reading and Writing. The CSU Chancellor's Office, located on the waterfront adjacent to the Aquarium of the Pacific in downtown Long Beach, is the headquarters for the nation's largest and most diverse system of higher education. The CSU Chancellor's Office offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, and dental plans; a fee waiver education program; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS); and 15 paid holidays a year.

Salary

The anticipated salary hiring range is up to $12,395 per month, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The salary range for this classification is $6,563 to $21,066 per month.

Classification

Administrator III

Position Information

The California State University, Office of the Chancellor, is seeking a Co-Director, Center for the Advancement of Reading and Writing to be responsible for leading and managing the Center and ensuring that its stated mission is accomplished. The Co-Director provides leadership and support to CSU education programs in the area of literacy. The Co-Director is also responsible for directing statewide academic preparation efforts to ensure literacy development of California’s PK-12 students, facilitating their success in college. This includes providing leadership and overall administration of the CSU college preparatory Expository Reading and Writing Curriculum (ERWC) which is widely adopted in CA high schools.

Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Assistant Vice Chancellor, Educator and Leadership Programs, the Co-Director, Center for the Advancement of Reading and Writing will perform duties as outlined below:

The Center Co-Director provides visionary leadership, plans, coordinates and evaluates the programs and activities of the Center for the Advancement of Reading and Writing (CAR-W). This includes extensive collaboration with the Faculty CAR-W Co-Director related to Center goals, managing Center staff, and associated faculty and special consultants.

Collaborate closely with the Faculty Co-Director of the CAR-W Center, to achieve the mission and goals of the Center. This includes:

-Facilitate the work of the Council of Faculty Representatives to the CAR-W and the CAR-W Advisory Board.

-Facilitate resource sharing and communications with CSU literacy faculty and other stakeholder groups through website, listserves, publications and documents, social media, and other channels.

-Facilitate literacy development in educator preparation in partnership with CSU programs.

-As directed by the Assistant Vice Chancellor, coordinates meetings, convenes taskforces, and organizes events for CSU faculty and K-12 partners related to literacy instruction.

The Center Co-Director directs professional learning for the Expository Reading and Writing Curriculum (ERWC):

-Co-coordinate efforts of the ERWC Steering Committee with the ERWC Steering Committee Chair.

-Coordinate ERWC efforts with the California County Superintendents and local county offices of education, and the University of California Office of the President.

-Facilitate the work of CSU and school district professional learning facilitators.

-Develop partnerships with K-12 partners around academic preparation for PK-12 students.

-Support CSU Early Assessment Program coordinators about ERWC professional learning.

-Oversee the review and distribution of curriculum materials.

-Oversee communications through the website and other channels.

-Prepare and monitor the ERWC budgets and contracts.

-Plan and oversee ERWC professional learning events, workshops, webinars, and conferences.

-Oversee data systems tracking school and teacher participation in ERWC professional learning.

-Coordinate teacher leadership activities.

Develop and support cooperative state-wide intersegmental efforts to improve academic preparation and English Language Arts and literacy:

-This includes serving as the Chancellor’s Office liaison to various statewide groups including the Commission on Teacher Credentialing, California Department of Education, California County Superintendents, etc. in areas related to literacy.

Develop and Support Grant and Funding Opportunities:

-Coordinating with education partners on grants and other funding opportunities.

In addition to the above, the Director will carry out other assignments at the request of Academic and Student Affairs and the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Educator and Leadership Programs.

Qualifications

This position requires:

-Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Literacy or a related field from an accredited university.

-Three or more years of experience teaching in PK-12.

-Three or more years of administrative experience in higher education, state or county educational institution, and/or non-profit at the level of Department Chair or equivalent, or higher.

-Specialized knowledge and experience in literacy instruction at the PK-12 and higher education levels.

-Demonstrated experience of successful activities to foster diversity, equity, and inclusive environments in PK-12/higher education settings.

-Experience with educator preparation, clinical coaching, and/or credentialing processes.

-Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with state agencies, county offices of education, school districts, University faculty, and/or other educational agencies .

-Experience in managing department or program budgets.

-Ability to analyze documents and prepare written position papers and reports.

-Excellent organizational skills and ability to independently handle a number of tasks.

-Demonstrated exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

-Ability to facilitate an effective and supportive working environment for staff.

Preferred Qualifications

-Doctoral degree and/or a K-12 administrative credential preferred.

-A record of teaching and scholarship in higher education.

-Expertise and experience in designing and implementing programs of professional learning for practicing PK-12 teachers and leaders.

-Familiarity with projects and grants funded by organizations and foundations.

-Familiarity with program design, implementation, and evaluation skills.

Application Period

Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by January 8, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed.

How To Apply

Please click "Apply Now" to complete the California State University, Chancellor's Office online employment application.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager at (562) 951-4070.

Title IX

Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: https://www2.calstate.edu/titleix

E-Verify

This position requires new hire employment verification to be processed through the E-Verify program administered by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHSUSCIS)' in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA).

If hired, you will be required to furnish proof that you are legally authorized to work in the United States. The CSU Chancellor’s Office is not a sponsoring agency for staff and Management positions (i.e., H1-B VISAS).

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all Chancellor’s Office employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.

Mandated Reporter Per CANRA

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Conflict of Interest

The duties of this position will include participation in decisions that may have a material financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, the selected candidate will be required to file Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest when they first occupy the position, and on an annual basis, complete ethics training within 6 months of appointment, and attend this training every other year thereafter.

CSU Out of State Employment Policy

California State University, Office of the Chancellor, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Background

The Chancellor's Office policy requires that the selected candidate successfully complete a full background check (including a criminal records check) prior to assuming this position.

Advertised: Oct 11 2023 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:

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