Job Title

Dean, Developmental Education and Learning Services  

Department Name

VP Academic & Student Affairs  

Campus or Location

District Administration  

Vacancy Number

258-11  

Reports To

Vice President for Academic Affairs  

Recruitment Type

External/Internal  

Job Category

Administrator  

Position Type

Full-Time  

Number of Openings

1  

Job Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides college-wide leadership for Developmental Education including academic support services, curriculum, and program delivery. Works collaboratively with faculty, appropriate Associate Deans and the Deans for Academic Affairs to insure that the developmental curriculum is designed to promote retention and adequately prepare Developmental students for college-level study. Insures quality and consistency of academic support services including tutoring, assessment and supplemental instruction. Researches and works with the faculty to implement approaches to accelerate student progression through Developmental Education. Acts as program advocate and representative internally and externally. Collaborates with Associate Deans on the campuses with regard to faculty assignments to Developmental courses. Recommends and collaborates with faculty and staff in other departments (e.g., Access, Workforce Solutions) in the design and implementation of innovative initiatives and provides administrative leadership for grant-funded projects focusing on improving the performance of Developmental Education students, such as the College's Developmental Education Initiative grant. Provides leadership in identifying and responding to community needs that fit the College's mission and goals. Markets program and services. Leads the development of program strategic plans, priorities, policies and initiatives related to Developmental Education and related support services. Provides leadership for Developmental Education program evaluation and outcomes assessment. Has college-wide responsibility for budget oversight, planning, allocation, and monitoring for the program. Prepares grant proposals to obtain funding for projects and programs. In collaboration with the Office of Faculty Development, sponsors staff development seminars, workshops, and guest speakers to enhance faculty expertise in Developmental Education and student success. Supervises the Developmental Education administrative staff, Assessment and Testing Coordinators, the Student Support Services staff and department support staff.  

Required Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree in English, Math or a field related to the teaching and/or administration of Developmental Education.

Minimum of five years of progressively responsible administrative experience administering developmental education or similar programs or projects in an educational setting

Strong leadership skills

Knowledge of technological applications to student learning

Demonstrated expertise in cognitive psychology and learning theory

Evidence of successful teaching and curriculum development in Developmental English, Reading or Math

Demonstrated ability to obtain college wide support for increasing student learning and student success

Experience setting up budgets, allocating funds, and tracking expenses

Thorough knowledge of the particular educational needs of developmental students in an urban setting

Ability to understand and evaluate statistical information and analyze and interpret assessment results

Demonstrated ability to plan, design, and implement assessment/learning labs both on campus and off site

Excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to work within a team setting

Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population  

Preferred Qualifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Ph.D. in educational administration or field directly related to the delivery of Developmental Education

Experience in developing college wide ownership of student success would be highly valued

Experience in an Achieving the Dream school, preferably as a campus leader in the initiative.

Progressively responsible administrative experience administering developmental education and/or similar programs or projects in an urban community college

Demonstrated ability to secure additional funding from external and/or internal sources via proposals and grants

Demonstrated ability to develop effective private and public partnerships  

Work Schedule

Standard college hours: 8:30AM - 5:00PM, Monday - Friday.  

Target Hiring Rate/Salary

$112K annualized  

Position Status

This is an Administrator-level contract position, salary grade 16  

Special Note

Posting Open Date

Repost Date

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled  

Required Applicant Materials

Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Transcript  

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Special Instructions to Applicants

During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments.  

Affirmative Action Statement

Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.