RAPIL Coordinator College of Education
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with up to three days per week remote. Remote work must be performed within the state of Iowa. Preferably, in-person work days will be on UNI's campus, but working from Iowa State or University of Iowa's campus is negotiable. Employees who elect remote work must comply with the requirements of our remote work policy and agreement.
Impact & Responsibilities: Reporting to the UNI College of Education Associate Dean of Undergraduate Studies and Teacher Education, this position serves as the initial contact for the Regents Alternative Pathway to Iowa Licensure (RAPIL) program; implements policies and procedures; coordinates with faculty and facilitates faculty meetings; coordinates curriculum review and program renewal processes; fosters the network between Iowa school districts and admitted intern candidates; coordinates field experiences; creates and maintains all administrative resources in accordance with the RAPIL Governance Team; in coordination with the RAPIL Student Support Coordinator, provides support for prospective and current RAPIL intern candidates and district partners; and ensures visibility of the program throughout the state and with various stakeholder groups.
Requirements: Master's degree in education or a related field; At least three years of experience as an educator, including classroom teaching experience or educational leadership/administration experience; high-level of organizational skills; and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Frequent travel will be necessary.
Preferred: Experience in higher education, including a strong working knowledge of teacher preparation including student teaching/internships and the Educator Preparation Program (EPP) approval process; experience using databases and other forms of technology; ability to communicate with multiple audiences; ability to network with school personnel; and ability to work independently and collaboratively in both face-to-face and online environments.
UNI actively seeks to enhance diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.
The University offers an excellent benefits package including a vacation plan, employer sponsored retirement plans, health and dental insurance, and life and disability insurance. Benefits package details can be viewed at uni.edu/jobs/why. Application materials received by Thursday, May 30th will be given first consideration. For more information or to apply, visit . Criminal and other relevant background checks required. UNI is a tobacco free campus.
About University of Northern Iowa
Why UNI? A great place to work. The University of Northern Iowa provides a high-quality and diverse educational experience, purposefully guiding students to find and develop their strengths and prepare them for success after college. Building on its historic excellence in teacher education, the university has developed outstanding programs in business, natural sciences, humanities and fine arts, and social and behavioral sciences with advanced degrees available in many programs.One of three state universities, UNI enjoys national recognition for its high educational standards and possesses a distinctive mission of being the comprehensive state university for Iowa. U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks UNI in the top two among Midwest public universities.The university's attractive size, nearly 10,500 students, allows it to offer faculty, facilities and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university while retaining a friendly, small-college atmosphere on a park-like campus.Experiential learning opportunities such as undergraduate research, internships, student teaching, international study programs, community service and cooperative education c ... reate a classroom connection with real-world experience. A rigorous liberal arts curriculum equips students with a broad understanding and knowledge of how to apply and acquire new information throughout life.Activities on campus are plentiful for both students and the community. The university offers a full calendar of fine and performing arts events offered by music and theatre students, many of which take place in the acoustically outstanding Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC). The GBPAC also hosts numerous national touring acts as part of its artist series. Panther athletics sponsors 17 varsity intercollegiate sports. Fans can see all UNI teams in action in the McLeod Center, UNI-Dome, West Gym and other campus complexes.For more information, visit A great place to live. UNI is located in picturesque Cedar Falls, Iowa, a riverfront town with many recreational, cultural and entertainment opportunities. Downtown Cedar Falls was named one of the "30 Most Charming College Town Main Streets of 2019" by Best Value Schools. The metro community of Cedar Falls/Waterloo has a combined population of 170,000 and offers a pleasant residential setting with a strong and growing industrial base. Cedar Falls is a friendly, affordable community located about 300 miles from Minneapolis, St. Louis, Kansas City and Chicago. For more information about our community, visit the Cedar Falls/Waterloo Community webpage.Employee BenefitsThe University of Northern Iowa believes that our employees are our most valuable resource. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the demands of each individual's life at work as well as at home. Employees are encouraged to participate in any or all of our benefit programs.The University provides a comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits package enables us to be highly competitive within the Cedar Valley—and within the state.•Newly Eligible Employees Overview of BenefitsOverview of Benefits•Temporary Faculty Overview of Benefits Show more
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