Teacher Certification Officer/Assessment Coordinator

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Teacher Certification Officer/Assessment Coordinator UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Teacher Certification Officer/Assessment Coordinator is a full-time administrative position with the responsibility of managing the educator certification program of the Dreeben School of Education. The Teacher Certification Officer/Assessment Coordinator reports directly to the Director of Teacher Education, working collaboratively with the Dean of the Dreeben School of Education.

Benefits

UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation's Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents. Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution. We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.

Job Duties

Job Duty Name Certification Duties Description of Job Duties

• Review and recommend candidates for certification in compliance with TEA and UIW program guidelines.
• Assist candidates with certification process systems (e.g. TEAL, Fastpass, ETS)
• Support candidates with initial and additional certification issues.
• Provide support for the transfer of candidates to and from our program.

Job Duty Name Applicant Review Duties Description of Job Duties

• Review transcripts of prospective students to determine GPA, coursework requirements, and existing certification program affiliations.
• Review TCP applicants' transcripts to determine cumulative and discipline GPA and coursework requirements.
• Review clinical teaching applications to determine GPA and testing status (as needed).

Job Duty Name Program Assessment Coordination Duties Description of Job Duties

• Coordinate the practice test schedules with the Certification Assistant and Director of Teacher Education
• Proctor the practice test sessions.
• Prepare and disseminate practice test analyses to students within a week of testing session.
• Prepare aggregate test analyses as requested.
• Maintain test analysis documents for the program.
• Advise candidates on test preparation resources and study plans.

Job Duty Name State and Federal Reporting Duties Description of Job Duties

• Maintain program data in SBEC system (entering TCP candidates once admitted, updating to reflect candidates' progression, and supporting testing status data entry).
• Prepare and submit required GPA spreadsheet, completing required reports and reviewing/resolving errors.
• Complete Title II report annually.
• Maintain associated documentation in candidates' certification files.

Job Duty Name Program Representation Duties Description of Job Duties

• Communicate and coordinate with program representatives from other Teacher Preparation Programs as needed to facilitate the review of candidate transfers to and from our program.
• Prepare transfer forms as a program representative.
• Represent UIW in professional organizations (TACO/TCTCT).

Job Duty Name General Program Support Duties Description of Job Duties

• Provide additional support activities that present involving teacher certification as needed, such as speaking to classes about the certification process, coordinating with the Induction Coordinator on events and needed data, and data requests from the Director.
• May teach course in the Teacher Education program, as needed.

Job Duty Name Additional Duties Description of Job Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, or similar systems.
• Strong communication skills, verbal, written, and interpersonal.
• Excellent organization skills.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a deadline driven environment.
• Good customer service skills.
• Ability to effectively learn internal systems such as Banner, etc…
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

Master's Degree.

Required Work Experience

Five (5) years of related teaching or administrative experience in K-12 schools or higher education.

Preferred Qualifications

Certification officer experience in higher education.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

Current teacher certification.

Work Hours

Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm with extended hours as needed, especially during peak periods, to meet departmental goals.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 10lbs for table set-up/tear-down at events.
• Ability to lift up to 15lbs of office/event supplies.
• Ability to reach overhead, bend, squat to retrieve office/event materials.
• Ability to push/pull event carts/wagons holding up to 40lbs.
• Ability to actively engage in events for extended periods of time.
• Ability to regularly move about campus and event venues to actively engage faculty, staff, guests, potential/current students, as well as attend meetings on and off campus.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number AS2308PO Number of Vacancies 1 Job Type Full Time Job Category Administrator (exempt) Desired Start Date 10/01/2026 Position End Date (if temporary) Reports to Director of Teacher Education Salary $52,100 Annualized Open Date 08/25/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant

N/A.

EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Title IX

This position is considered a "Responsible Employee" under Title IX federal regulations and "Mandatory Reporter" under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Other Document

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• UIW Website

• HigherEdJobs.com

• Indeed

• LinkedIn

• WorkplaceDiversity.com

• HispanicDiversity.com

• BlackJobCenter.com

• WomensJobCenter.com

• VeteransConnect.com

• Personal Referral

• Employee Referral

• Other

• If you selected other, please tell us where?

(Open Ended Question)

• • What is the highest level of education you have achieved from an accredited institution?

• Less than Master's Degree

• Master's Degree

• Doctorate Degree

• • How many cumulative years of teaching or administrative experience do you have in K-12 schools or higher education?

• Less than 5 years

• 5 years

• 6 years

• 7 or more years

• • Do you currently hold a valid teacher certification?

• No

• Yes

• • Identify your experience level using the Banner system.

• I have not used the Banner system.

• I have used Banner as a student.

• I have used Banner as a part of my job duties.

• I am highly proficient using Banner.

• • List the Microsoft Office products with which you are experienced. Include your proficiency level in each and include special skills in each, where applicable. Examples of proficiency levels-None, Minimal, Limited, Proficient, Advanced, Expert. Examples of special skills: MS Outlook-mail merges; MS Excel-V-lookup & pivot tables.

(Open Ended Question)