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Director of Providence Alliance for Catholic Teachers (PACT)

Employer
Providence College
Location
Rhode Island, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Mar 5, 2021

Job Details

Founded in 1917, Providence College (PC) is a premier Catholic liberal arts institution steadfastly committed to academic excellence through a dynamic core curriculum, a distinctive Development of Western Civilization Program, and abundant experiential learning opportunities. The only U.S. higher education institution administered by the Dominican Friars, PC is committed to providing a variety of opportunities for intellectual, social, moral, and spiritual growth in a supportive environment. Providence College believes that cultural and intellectual pluralism is essential to the excellence of its academic programs, and strives to foster an academic culture and campus community reflecting the global environment in which we live and work.

The approximately 105-acre campus is situated in Rhode Island’s capital city and is close to the many cultural and educational offerings of Rhode Island’s “renaissance city.” Additionally, Providence is located an hour from Boston and just a few hours from New York City.

For years, Providence College has been recognized in the U.S. News & World Report “Regional Universities – North Category” and has been commended by several other ranking publications.

Posting Details

Position Title Director of Providence Alliance for Catholic Teachers (PACT) Overview

Direct a program that holistically prepares and supports students with baccalaureate degrees to serve as beginning Catholic educators in PK-12 classrooms while working toward eligibility for initial teacher licensure or an additional credential. Preparation and support includes completing a Master’s degree, being supervised and coached in teaching, living in intentional communities, and growing in one’s spirituality.

Essential Duties:

1. Develop and implement Master’s in Education Program for Secondary Education that is consistent with the College, Graduate School, and PACT mission and meets the program approval requirements of the Rhode Department of Education ( RIDE ); recruit and recommend faculty for courses in program to the Dean of Graduate Programs; and schedule courses and field experiences. Direct, plan, and lead supervision and coaching for all PACT teachers in their placement schools, to be conducted 2-3 times per semester per teacher.

2. Direct day-to-day and programming activities, prepare and implement approved annual operating budget, supervise Assistant Director and Administrative Assistant. Partner with University Consortium for Catholic Education ( UCCE ) program directors to support broader recruitment, placement, and support of candidates; manage student records, including in-processing, academic and state/federal date requirements; direct all aspects of Summer Program; and evaluate spiritual, community and academic components of program and adjust as needed. Address any academic problems that may occur in partner schools or in community housing.

3. Direct recruitment efforts, execute supporting marketing/promotional efforts, oversee candidate review and selection process, and coordinate partner diocesan school placements. Serve as principal liaison with superintendents and principals, organize initial school/student orientation events, coordinate student community living requirements, and coordinate student outreach (i.e. academic, spiritual, and social field visitations).

4. Director and manage event planning for opening and mid-year retreats, summer activities, missioning mass, etc.; serve as liaison between Chaplain’s office and spiritual mentors in the field; and work with the Chaplain’s office on programming for all spiritual activities.

5. Build strategic partnerships with partner Catholic (arch)diocesan superintendents, principals, and alumni to support Catholic education efforts. These efforts may include professional development, additional training, keynotes, or other events hosted at the College, pursuing new degree or certificate options, or other consulting or research initiatives.

6. Manage and curate PACT program website and social media. Oversee the Assistant Director’s role in curating and posting content.

Marginal Duties:

1. Perform all other duties as may be required.

Education and Experience Required

• Master Degree from an accredited institution required. Doctoral degree preferred.

• Five to seven years’ experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• PK-12 teaching experience sufficient to be able to provide appropriate guidance to beginning Catholic schools teacher.

• PK-12 school administrative experience sufficient to be able to interact effectively with Catholic school and diocesan administrators.

• Prior college-level teaching and graduate program administration experience preferred.

• Highly organized, team player with excellent leadership, organizational, and management skills

• Must communicate effectively with multiple audiences/stakeholders.

Physical Demands

• Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time
• Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction
• Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard
• Communication skills using the spoken word
• Ability to see within normal parameters
• Ability to hear within normal range
• Ability to move about

Employee Status Full Time Union Status Non-Union Shift: If other, please enter regular schedule. EEO Statement

Providence College does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, national and ethnic
origin, sex, gender, except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification, sexual orientation,
gender identity, religion, disability, age, veteran status, or genetic information. The College will develop,
and from time to time update, an affirmative action program and will insist on a good-faith effort on the
part of its employees to comply with the program. The College will request and expect its agents and
those with whom it conducts its affairs to meet the commitment of this important program.


Requisition Number AS433P Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Transcripts
  4. Letter of Recommendation
Optional Documents

Company

Providence College

Providence College, a primarily undergraduate, liberal arts, Catholic institution of higher education in Rhode Island conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars, seeks candidates who can affirm and contribute to its mission. The College is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment that supports all of its students, faculty, and staff. All members of the community share a responsibility for creating, maintaining, and developing a learning experience valuing differences and practicing inclusion. We invite applications from qualified individuals who possess the experience, knowledge, and commitment to work within a diverse learning environment. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Providence College is an equal opportunity employer.

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