Teacher Certification Program Coordinator

Teacher Certification Program Coordinator

Location

Georgetown, Texas 78626

Job Type

Staff - Part Time, Hourly, Regular

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

202600091

Division

Academic Affairs

Department

Education Dept

Opening Date

08/21/2026

• Description
• Benefits

ABOUT US

Located in Georgetown, Texas, Southwestern University is an independent, four-year undergraduate institution offers a top-ranked integrated arts and sciences curriculum that incorporates the humanities, fine arts, social sciences, and natural sciences.

At Southwestern University, we are committed to fostering an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered. We believe that a thriving community is built on the strength of varying perspectives and experiences, and we strive to create an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding. Our actions are guided by a commitment to fairness, openness, and the belief that our differences are what make us stronger as a whole.

POSITION OVERVIEW

In collaboration with the Education Department Chair, this 11-month, 20 hours per week position provides coordination for the Southwestern University Teacher Certification Program (TCP) and provides support for the Education Department faculty in their work preparing students for teacher certification.

DUTIES

• All certification compliance activities including, but not limited to: keeping internal records/documentation for students seeking certification; evaluation of transcripts; processing student applications to the TCP and evaluating student eligibility; planning and leading required orientations; managing, administering, and scoring practice tests for admitted students; tracking completion of required trainings; recommending program completers to Texas Education Agency (TEA) for state certification.
• Preparing and submitting required state and federal reports, in collaboration with department chair.
• Serving as primary department liaison to TEA and State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC).
• Representing Southwestern University at assigned professional orientations, meetings and conferences.
• With the guidance of the AVPAA, meeting regularly with department chair to effectively and efficiently communicate status of job expectations.
• Planning and implementing Education Department programs/events related to preparing students for teacher certification (i.e. Semester of Support, Majoring in Education Information Sessions, Advisory Committee Meetings, etc.).

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Monitoring changes to state and federal teacher certification guidelines, and updating faculty as needed.
• Creating/assembling information packets for cooperating teachers (student teachers) in collaboration with the chair, sending Mentor training documents to cooperating teachers, and maintaining records of completion.
• Maintaining documents related to student placements.
• Responding to inquiries about teacher certification.
• Maintaining updated records of first-year TCP graduates.
• Collaborating with the Mood-Bridwell administrative assistant as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum education, experience, licenses, certifications, and competencies (knowledge, skills, and behaviors) which are necessary for performing the listed duties.

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
• Excellent computer skills, including significant experience with databases and Excel spreadsheets.
• Excellent time management, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated professional manner with all constituencies, including strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral, written, listening).
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Evidence of ability to self-initiate and anticipate the needs of constituents.
• Ability to occasionally travel within Texas to attend conferences and workshops.
• Have knowledge, understanding, and acceptance of cultural differences and the diversity within the campus and community.

Further preferred qualifications which are also desirable for performing the listed duties.

• Texas Teacher's Certificate.
• At least three years teaching experience.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Starting hourly salary: $16.36 per hour. The final offer for the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience and may exceed the starting annual salary.

All individuals hired are required to complete the federal employment eligibility verification process as required by applicable law.

Southwestern University is an E-Verify employer.

Southwestern University is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at hr@southwestern.edu.

Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report- Southwestern University Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at https://www.southwestern.edu/life-at-southwestern/safety-security/annual-security-reports/ containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information for the past three calendar years. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 512-863-1435.

Employees in this position may contribute to the University's 403(b) retirement plan via payroll deductions. Part-time employees who complete 1,000 hours of service during their first year of employment, or during each subsequent anniversary year afterward, become eligible to receive the University's 7% retirement contribution. Additional perks include access to athletic facilities, free parking, and reduced meal rates, along with all legally required benefits such as workers' compensation and Social Security.

Employer Southwestern University

Address 1001 E University Ave

Georgetown, Texas, 78626

Phone 5128631435