University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Teacher Education Program Director

University of Wisconsin Milwaukee · Director · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$75k-$100kDetected 30 days ago

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About the role

This is a tenured faculty appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor.
The SOE vision is to be a premier urban school of education recognized for its diversity, and known for excellence in teaching, learning, and research.
The Program Director will provide strategic leadership for UWM's teacher education portfolio, including undergraduate and graduate licensure programs.

Guide and support curriculum innovation, including development of new and alternative licensure pathways
Guide and support student-centered programs, curricula and systems aligned with workforce needs
Guide and support the implementation of high-impact practices across courses and programs
Encourage and support PK-12 and community partnerships
Support student recruitment, retention, and completion initiatives
Manages student academic program(s)
Collaborates with faculty members to develop student academic programs and agendas, directs implementation, and creates curricular structure including operational and logistical arrangements
Formulates program strategies and goals, directs long-term planning, develops policies and procedures, and establishes and maintains new and emerging program materials
Develops the unit budget and approves unit expenditures
Supervise key support staff

Ability to meet rank of a tenured associate or full professor at UWM due to demonstrated distinguished record of research, scholarship, teaching, and service accomplishments
Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application to ensure full consideration.
To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted by June 12, 2026.
UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law.
In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

Experience with data analysis and interpretation
Demonstrated leadership in program development, curriculum innovation, or academic administration
Experience overseeing multiple programs or complex academic portfolios
Experience with accreditation, licensure, or program assessment
Supervisory experience

Minimum salary will be $100,000 per year, actual hiring salary will be determined based on rank and qualifications related to the position

Guide and support strategic planning and continuous improvement for teacher education programs
Represent the work of teacher education programs in the university and at the state level to ensure innovation and initiatives move forward
School: School of Education

This is a 12-month limited appointment with a tenured faculty backup appointment and an administrative workload of 75-100%, depending on program needs. Teaching may be included as part of the remaining workload.
Teaching may be included as part of the remaining workload.

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