Core Curriculum Coordinator

Company: Stanford University
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

The School of Humanities and Sciences (H&S) is the center of a world-class liberal arts education at Stanford University. H&S encompasses 24 departments-from Art and Art History, English, and History to Economics, Mathematics, and Biology-as well as 24 interdisciplinary programs. As the university's largest school, H&S serves as the foundation of a Stanford undergraduate education no matter which discipline students pursue as a major. Graduate students work alongside world-renowned faculty to pursue and shape foundational research that leads to breakthroughs and discoveries that shed new light on the past, influence the present, and shape the future. Together, faculty and students in H&S engage in inspirational teaching, learning, and research every day.The Department of African and African American Studies (DAAAS) was officially launched in January 2024. The department focuses on the core principles of furthering excellence, encouraging critique, and pursuing the positive social transformation of people of African descent in Africa and the diaspora not only through multiple scholarly perspectives and models, but also through the study of art practices and the creation of art works. The department offers an undergraduate degree to provide students with an interdisciplinary introduction to the study of African, African American, and of African descended people all over the world as a central component of American and world culture. Courses in the major promote research across disciplinary and departmental boundaries in the arts and humanities and will provide students with research training and community service-learning opportunities.The DAAAS is seeking a Core Curriculum Coordinator. The Core Curriculum Coordinator will work under general supervision of the Director of Finance and Operations (DFO) and must possess and demonstrate a positive outlook on continuous process improvement efforts while maintaining a team-based and customer-focused mindset. The Core Curriculum Coordinator will be responsible for developing and implementing a robust system for evaluating and assessing the DAAAS Core Courses.This full-time position will promote effective teaching and learning at all levels by helping instructors to develop and streamline course content and materials; mentoring, and coordinating department community engagement associates; leading and consolidating assessments across the core courses, learning expeditions and community engagements; coordinating guest speakers for required courses and for the creative/arts practitioner series; collaborating with faculty and instructors to develop linkages in pedagogy and approaches across elements of the curriculum; and managing the ongoing process of coordinating the development, rollout, staffing, and iterative redesign of the DAAAS Core Curriculum. It is critical that this position exhibits the abilities to practice sound judgment and decision-making, work effective written & oral communication, strong attention to detail and respectful relationship management, and work effectively in a team.In this role, you will:

• Oversee and administer research activities by evaluating academic department curriculum, making recommendations that impact policies and programs, and coordinating and implementing changes.
• Collect and analyze data, create reports, review and explain trends to determine curriculum effectiveness; formulate and evaluate alternative solutions and/or recommendations to achieve the goals of the department.
• Advise in the development of curriculum. Make recommendations for course improvements.
• Write and edit content for proposals, peer-reviewed publications, and other activities under the general direction of PI. Assist with the development of research grants, (i.e., may suggest new funding opportunities, write portions of grants, and/or summarize data for grant support).
• Represent the department or function as the key contact and subject matter expert within the department, unit or school and develop communications for internal and external constituencies.
• Organize and/or participate in outreach activities such as events, partnerships, fundraising, training, and conferences. Lead workshops and facilitate meetings.
• Monitor expenses, budgets, and finances of the program. Make recommendations on funding based on the department's spend.
• May oversee and train student workers. To be successful in this role, you will bring: Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience or combination of education, training, and relevant experience required. Masters degree in Education and relevant experience in researching, evaluating and assessing curriculum standards in higher education highly preferred. Program administration and or research experience may be required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of Higher education curriculum development principles and trends.
  • Knowledge of needs assessment and research methods needed to support curriculum development.
  • Knowledge of instruction and teaching methods.
  • Skills in researching and assessing curriculum standards.
  • Project management and meeting facilitation skills;
  • Demonstrated oral, written, and analytical skills, exhibiting fluency in area of specialization.
  • Ability to practice sound judgment.
  • Ability to oversee and provide basic direction to staff.
  • Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a collaborative environment.
  • Ability to communicate technical information in a clear and understandable manner.
  • Strong ability to embrace teamwork through effective communication, exchanges of ideas, and collective problem-solving. In addition, preferred requirements include:
    • Experience with grant writing in higher education;
    • Growth mindsetThe expected pay range for this position is $70,000 to $99,000 per annum/hour. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process. Why Stanford is for You Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:
      • Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
      • A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
      • A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
      • Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
      • Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and moreThe job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources at stanfordelr@stanford.edu. For all other inquiries, please submit a contact form.Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.School of Humanities and Sciences, Stanford, California, United States
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