Education Certification Specialist, Title II Coordinator, and Accreditation Data Manager

Transylvania University (www.transy.edu), a top-tier, independent, residential liberal arts college of 1,000 students in Lexington, Kentucky, invites applications for the on-campus position of Education Certification Specialist. This is a 10-month position (working approximately mid-August through mid-June each year) at 37.5 hours per week.

The Education Certification Specialist, Title II Coordinator, and Accreditation Data Manager manages, tracks and reports all education program data and documentation related to teacher certification, accreditation, Title II management, and other program business. This includes communication and collaboration with Kentucky’s Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) and other state agencies; Fayette County Public School personnel, including K-12 teachers for clinical experiences; education program faculty and students; the Teacher Education Advisory Board; and the Transylvania community. 

Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree (minimum); Master’s Degree (preferred). One (1) year of experience in an education-related position or environment. Experience with teacher candidate data collection, analysis and reporting is strongly preferred.

Specific skills:

The ideal candidate must be able to use Google Suite/Workspace and other platforms related to teacher education and certification, especially data management systems (e.g. Kentucky Field Experiences Tracking System, Taskstream, EPSB program review system, etc.) They will have excellent planning, prioritizing, implementing, and evaluating skills as well as comprehensive and effective verbal and written communication skills. The successful candidate will be able to manage multiple projects with attention to detail; solve problems independently and collaboratively; maintain confidentiality and use discretion. They should also be prepared to effectively and positively represent Transylvania University to public schools. 

Please write your cover letter to the attention of Kim Naujokas, Executive Assistant to the Dean of the University. Review of applications will begin November 11; however, resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.

Transylvania University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of the university community. In support of this goal, we seek qualified candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We embrace diversity and encourage all who are interested to apply.

Last updated on Oct 27, 2024