Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor
Professional Development Coordinator - America 250 Project
Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor, Mequon, Wisconsin, United States, 53097
Concordia University is a Lutheran higher education community committed to helping students
develop in mind, body and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and in the world.
Position Summary
The Professional Development Coordinator for the America 250 Project reports to the Program Director and is responsible for providing ongoing professional development support to America 250 seminar participants throughout the academic year.
The America 250 Project focuses on developing curriculum materials to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights, as well as exploring the economic thought of Founders such as Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and Alexander Hamilton.
This is a three-year program supported by funding from the U.S. Department of Education.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Send regular email updates to seminar participants featuring relevant resources such as scholarly publications, video series, professional development opportunities, teaching tools, and links to Concordia Free Enterprise Center programs.
Set up and manage an online discussion board for teachers to share effective lessons, discuss challenges, and exchange classroom strategies related to teaching about America's 250th.
Organize monthly after-school webinars featuring guest speakers from the Concordia Free Enterprise Center and partner organizations, open to both teachers and their students.
Coordinate an end-of-year online quiz bowl competition for students of participating teachers, focusing on the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and other founding principles.
Offer optional online office hours to provide ongoing support for teachers and their students throughout the academic year.
Assist the Curriculum Director and curriculum writers in gathering and organizing materials for distribution at the summer seminars, drawing from institutions such as the Bill of Rights Institute, Foundation for Economic Education, Liberty Fund, Foundation for Teaching Economics, National Constitution Center, Library of Congress, Hillsdale College, National Archives, and Ashbrook Center.
Maintain the America 250 Learning Management System (LMS) portal, ensuring all materials are accessible, current, and well-organized. Materials include original documents, annotated links, additional resources, and the America 250 curriculum matrix aligned with relevant national standards in history and economics.
Assist with the planning, organization, and delivery of the summer professional development workshops supported by this grant.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Program Director.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including public speaking.
Strong interpersonal skills (listening, explaining, and advising) with classroom teachers.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Willing to submit to a background check.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Have experience with instructional technology and PD platforms
Supportive of the mission and values of Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS)
Education & Experience
Hold a bachelor's degree in social studies education or a related field. Master's degree preferred along with K-12 administrative experience.
Have 3-5 years of classroom teaching experience.
Be well-versed in social studies curricula, including national and state standards, with expertise in history, civics, and economics.
Be familiar with best practices in teacher professional development.
Physical Demands/Equipment (Click to View)
Compensation & Benefits
This is a part-time, non-exempt (hourly) staff position. The starting wage may be determined upon education and/or experience. Tuition benefits are available for employees; however, there are no other benefits associated with this position.
Application Instructions
To receive full consideration, all applicants are asked to complete and submit an online employment application through the Concordia University Employment page. To begin, please click the
Apply Now
section on the job page and then click the
Apply For This Position
button to begin the application process.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of CU to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
However, CU is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CU reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religion. In addition, preference in holding certain employment positions is given to ordained or rostered ministers of the LCMS. Based on a religious tenet, CU recognizes only male, LCMS ordained Ministers of the Gospel, but recognizes both male and female LCMS Rostered Ministers of the Gospel.
The Human Resources Department has been appointed to manage the equal employment opportunity program, including all equal employment opportunity activities, as required by federal, state and local agencies. If any employee or applicant for employment believes this policy has been violated, he/she must contact the Director of Human Resources.
Concordia University is a HLC accredited, co-educational, liberal arts school offering more than 72 undergraduate majors, over 35 master's degree programs, and 5 doctoral programs. There are also a variety of accelerated evening and e-learning programs.
develop in mind, body and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and in the world.
Position Summary
The Professional Development Coordinator for the America 250 Project reports to the Program Director and is responsible for providing ongoing professional development support to America 250 seminar participants throughout the academic year.
The America 250 Project focuses on developing curriculum materials to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights, as well as exploring the economic thought of Founders such as Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and Alexander Hamilton.
This is a three-year program supported by funding from the U.S. Department of Education.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Send regular email updates to seminar participants featuring relevant resources such as scholarly publications, video series, professional development opportunities, teaching tools, and links to Concordia Free Enterprise Center programs.
Set up and manage an online discussion board for teachers to share effective lessons, discuss challenges, and exchange classroom strategies related to teaching about America's 250th.
Organize monthly after-school webinars featuring guest speakers from the Concordia Free Enterprise Center and partner organizations, open to both teachers and their students.
Coordinate an end-of-year online quiz bowl competition for students of participating teachers, focusing on the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and other founding principles.
Offer optional online office hours to provide ongoing support for teachers and their students throughout the academic year.
Assist the Curriculum Director and curriculum writers in gathering and organizing materials for distribution at the summer seminars, drawing from institutions such as the Bill of Rights Institute, Foundation for Economic Education, Liberty Fund, Foundation for Teaching Economics, National Constitution Center, Library of Congress, Hillsdale College, National Archives, and Ashbrook Center.
Maintain the America 250 Learning Management System (LMS) portal, ensuring all materials are accessible, current, and well-organized. Materials include original documents, annotated links, additional resources, and the America 250 curriculum matrix aligned with relevant national standards in history and economics.
Assist with the planning, organization, and delivery of the summer professional development workshops supported by this grant.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Program Director.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including public speaking.
Strong interpersonal skills (listening, explaining, and advising) with classroom teachers.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Willing to submit to a background check.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Have experience with instructional technology and PD platforms
Supportive of the mission and values of Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS)
Education & Experience
Hold a bachelor's degree in social studies education or a related field. Master's degree preferred along with K-12 administrative experience.
Have 3-5 years of classroom teaching experience.
Be well-versed in social studies curricula, including national and state standards, with expertise in history, civics, and economics.
Be familiar with best practices in teacher professional development.
Physical Demands/Equipment (Click to View)
Compensation & Benefits
This is a part-time, non-exempt (hourly) staff position. The starting wage may be determined upon education and/or experience. Tuition benefits are available for employees; however, there are no other benefits associated with this position.
Application Instructions
To receive full consideration, all applicants are asked to complete and submit an online employment application through the Concordia University Employment page. To begin, please click the
Apply Now
section on the job page and then click the
Apply For This Position
button to begin the application process.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of CU to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
However, CU is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CU reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religion. In addition, preference in holding certain employment positions is given to ordained or rostered ministers of the LCMS. Based on a religious tenet, CU recognizes only male, LCMS ordained Ministers of the Gospel, but recognizes both male and female LCMS Rostered Ministers of the Gospel.
The Human Resources Department has been appointed to manage the equal employment opportunity program, including all equal employment opportunity activities, as required by federal, state and local agencies. If any employee or applicant for employment believes this policy has been violated, he/she must contact the Director of Human Resources.
Concordia University is a HLC accredited, co-educational, liberal arts school offering more than 72 undergraduate majors, over 35 master's degree programs, and 5 doctoral programs. There are also a variety of accelerated evening and e-learning programs.