Enakamigak “That Which is Happening”
NEW POSITION - Associate Program and Student Services Director-Native Teacher Education
The Eni-gikendaasoyang Department in the College of Education and Human Service Professions at the University of Minnesota, Duluth has a full-time, Associate Program and Student Services Director-Native Teacher Education position available beginning January 2012.
The Associate Program and Student Services Director will be responsible for planning, reviewing, and monitoring operations of Native Teacher Education programs at the University of Minnesota Duluth. In conjunction with the department team, this individual will coordinate the operation of student cohorts in Early Childhood education, elementary education, special education, etc. Duties involve course and program design or revisions, coordination of faculty teaching assignments, student recruitment, and continuous program evaluation. Some academic advisement and grant writing for student and program support may also be required. Communication with tribal and state agencies is integral to the job. Position also requires planning events that support student knowledge of teaching and learning and/or culture and language. Some overnight and weekend travel may be required.
Essential Qualifications:
- Master's degree in education or related field, three or more years of experience in post-secondary academic program management or administration, and/or post-secondary student services work, excellent written/oral communication and organizational skills, experience working with school-based programs, demonstrated competence in working with tribal peoples and/ or agencies, knowledge of Ojibwe culture and language and a proven ability to support the University's commitment to equity and diversity.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Doctorate in Education or related field, fluency or high proficiency in the Ojibwe language, and teaching or administrative licensure.
The University of Minnesota requires that you apply online for this position. For a complete position description and information on how to apply online, visit http:/employment.umn.edu/ and search for Job Requisition #175291. Complete on-line applications must include resume, cover letter, references and diversity statement of language and culture experience and knowledge, self-statement regarding commitment to equity and diversity issues.
The search committee will begin review of completed applications on January 17, 2012, and will continue until the position is filled. The proposed starting date is February 15, 2012.
The University of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.
Individuals from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.
Past Happenings...
Proposed Doctor of Education (Ed.D) Degree With a major in Teaching and Learning
Focus: Global Indigenous Education, Culture & Language
The University of Minnesota Duluth is proposing an Indigenous Doctor of Education (Ed.D) Program to begin in July of 2011. This hybrid program will involve a blend of in-person and online work. Program content is inclusive of Indigenous content, perspectives, and learning experiences.
The Ed.D with a major in Teaching and Learning is an applied degree for the professional faculty and administrators, and professionals in other human service professions. The mission of the program is to produce scholarly practitioners.
Applications available online at: www.d.umn.edu/educ/programs/edd
Application Deadline: May 15th, 2011
Minnesota Indigenous Language Symposium VI
Weaving Indigenous Language Through Family, Education & Community
The University of Minnesota Duluth and the Grotto Foundation are pleased to announce the 6th Minnesota Indigenous Language Symposium to be held May 16th and 17th, 2011.
We look forward to this opportunity to gather and share about the many valuable language revitalization efforts happening in the state and beyond. More details about this event will be posted closer to the date. We thank everyone for the continued interest and look forward to this great event.
Location: Black Bear Casino and Convention Center Cloquet, MN