The Director for Academic and Professional Development works within the Center for Institutional, Faculty and Student Success to further the mission to advance the quality of teaching and learning by promoting a College culture where the SWAGÊÓƵcommunity works collaboratively to champion educational excellence.Ìý This position shares in the responsibility to provide academic information, resources and guidance to students, faculty and staff.
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Under the supervision of the Executive Director for Professional Development for the Center for Institutional, Faculty, and Student Success, the Director for Academic and Professional Development will provide leadership across campus in the development, implementation, and management of college-wide faculty and staff development programs. ÌýProfessional development is integral to all academic mission areas. ÌýThe professional development process includes activities to increase, improve or refine knowledge, skills, and behaviors particular to their role, academic goals and institutional needs.Ìý In addition to understanding effective, research-based professional development standards and delivery models, the Director of Academic and Professional Development will demonstrate knowledge of the skills necessary to meet the needs of diverse learners. ÌýThe Director supports the Department Chairs in providing faculty development resources tailored to the faculty member’s needs and providing resources for campus specific needs.Ìý The goal of this position is to make significant contributions to the academic program by designing, delivering, and promoting high quality professional learning and communicating the college’s high expectations for faculty and staff.