Certification Coordinator I

Job Title

Certification Coordinator I

Agency

Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi

Department

Curriculum Instruction and Learning Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.
TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240 acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.
From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.




DESCRIPTION

The Certification Officer oversees the certification of candidates from undergraduate and graduate educator preparation programs and communicates changes in certification requirements and assessments associated with those changes to all stakeholders. This position is responsible for serving as the certifying agent for the University in compliance with the Texas Education Agency (TEA). The Certification officer maintains appropriate documentation for all students in certificate programs to ensure that they meet all qualifications in compliance with TEA accreditation requirements. The certification officer will participate in professional organizations and attend professional development opportunities as it pertains to their role.




RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collects, manages, and analyzes data to demonstrate compliance with policies and requirements of the University, individual education programs, the Texas Education Agency and other accrediting bodies.
• Monitors and maintains ASEP (Accountability System for Educator Preparation) for certification applicants, verifies eligibility, and recommends teacher candidates to TEA for certification.
• Performs system administration responsibilities within the ASEP administrative system.
• Attends State and University meetings regarding teacher certification requirement updates and acts as a resource for Educator Preparation Program (EPP) certification across the University.
• Completes certification documents, communicates certification information to all student teacher candidates, and monitors candidates’ required assessments for certification.
• Provides certification information to programs and responds to information requests from faculty, staff, school district administration, and candidates regarding initial certification.
• Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses required and recommended by the Dean and Texas Education Agency.
• Maintains and administers the Teacher education application information system.
• Maintains the Test Approval Request (TAR) System to secure student Texas Examinations of Educator Standards (TExES) Certification Exam registration and provide registration information for undergraduate and graduate students in reference to State Certification Testing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field.
• Three (3) years of related experience.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Knowledge of University, State, and Federal laws, regulations, and policies.  Knowledge of the Family Education Rights Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.  Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding. Excellent organizational skills. 
• Travel is required for conferences.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least five years of related experience in a college or university or a minimum of five years of experience as a teacher or administrator in a K-12 school setting.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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