Career Opportunities at UTRU

About UTRU

UTRU’s Core Values

We are a voluntary network built in service to the partners
We believe in building results-oriented programs with clear and measurable targets
We are committed to candid conversations, feedback and sharing and learning from our mistakes as much as from our successes
We focus on work best served by acting as a network rather than as individual programs
We believe in the core principles of the Residency model, but accept programmatic differences and strive to promote quality rather than particular tactics
Our network is rooted in collective knowledge and early results, and we believe others should have access to and learn from this work
We are committed to finding network-wide metrics that will allow us to speak a “common language” when sharing our results and impact

With headquarters in Chicago, IL, Urban Teacher Residency United is positioned at the forefront of the fastest-growing unified effort to transform teacher preparation and improve student outcomes in urban districts across America. We value the diverse range of backgrounds and professional experience our staff members bring to the organization, and encourage the same internal collaboration and candid communication that have led to the success of the greater UTRU Network.

Program Manager

The Position

UTRU is seeking an experienced professional to support its national program initiatives. The Program Manager will be responsible working with the Program Director and the Residency for Residencies Program (RRP) Director to design and deliver all UTRU programming including, but not limited to: (i) the development and revision of quality standards and the codification of the residency model; (ii) UTRU's innovative Residency for Residencies Program (RRP), which provides support to emerging districts, universities and non-profits interested in launching a residency program; (iii) consulting to emerging residency programs in key districts around the country; and (iv) the development of a professional learning community among residency programs nationally.

Responsibilities

Learn the intricacies of the residency model and variances between and among programs, through site visits, meetings and materials development
Collaborate on the revision of UTRU Standards for Quality Teacher Residency Programs to reflect new learning and innovations from research and existing programs
Design, write and edit curriculum materials as part of the organizations initiative to codify the residency model
Support the Program Director and RRP Director in the development and delivery of the 2-year RRP program
Act as lead consultant to new residency programs in key districts around the county by providing on-going support on all aspects of program development, both remotely and on-site
Facilitate goal-setting and monitor progress of new residency programs
Plan and deliver professional development to emerging programs, utilizing a variety of strategies to support a community of learners
Contribute to the UTRU intranet and website by developing, cataloging and updating materials on residency programs
Support the development of residency program "working groups" where promising practices among residencies can be shared and improved upon

Requisite Qualifications & Experience

Education and Experience

Minimum of master's degree
Solid knowledge of K-12 education, with an emphasis on teacher preparation
Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in the field of education or project management
Demonstrated ability to teach adult learners
Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering teaching curriculum
Must have classroom experience
Experience in teacher residency a plus
Experience with University school of education a plus

Skills and Qualifications

Excellent skills in analyzing and solving problems, while communicating process and results to diverse constituents; outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to complete multiple responsibilities simultaneously and under time pressure
Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
Strong communication skills necessary to developing professional relationships with network partners
Must be willing to travel

Benefits and Salary

Salary for this position is competitive and depends on prior experience. In addition, a benefits package is included.

To apply, send us your resume and a cover letter

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