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Academic Coordinator - The History-Social Science Project – Department of History

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Position overview

Position title: Academic Coordinator
Salary range: $74,896 - $94,888
Percent time: 100%
Anticipated start: August 2022
Position duration: One year

Position description

The History-Social Science Project at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for an Academic Coordinator appointment.

The UC Berkeley History-Social Science Project is one of five sites of the California History-Social Science Project, headquartered at the University of California, Davis, and one of dozens of discipline-based programs in the California Subject Matter Projects, administered by the University of California, Office of the President.

The Academic Coordinator leads professional development and curriculum development in history-social science for K-12 grade level teachers participating in University of California, Berkeley History-Social Science Project (UCBHSSP) programming. The Academic Coordinator will work closely with the Director of the UCBHSSP, as well as district and school site administrations and department leadership teams, to provide professional development for history-social science teachers and support the implementation of ethnic studies in area districts. We seek applicants with experience in anti-oppressive history and ethnic studies instruction, critical literacy, curriculum development, and adult learning.

The Academic Coordinator provides support for (a) improving disciplinary-specific instruction, with particular attention paid to anti-oppressive history instruction; (b) increasing teacher knowledge of the H-SS Framework and other state-wide requirements and recommendations for history instruction; and (c) planning models that center culturally relevant instruction in history classrooms. The Academic Coordinator reports to the Director of the University of California, Berkeley History-Social Science Project and will have access to shared work space in the UCBHSSP office, located in the Department of History at UC Berkeley. Regular travel to partner organizations and school sites will be required. Access to a car is needed. This position’s renewal after the initial year is dependent on available funding.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Bachelor degree or equivalent international degree by time of application.

Preferred qualifications

Five plus years of K-12 teaching experience in history or a related social science field. Experience developing curriculum. Experience leading professional development programs to improve planning and instruction in history. Knowledge of the context of California education, including current H-SS Standards and Framework, Common Core, and ELD Standards. Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Familiarity with the programming offered by the UC Berkeley History-Social Science Project. Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team setting. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Basic computer skills (MS Office and Google products). A California Teaching Credential.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Cover Letter

  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Model Lesson - Model lesson that shows critical engagement with conventional narratives.

  • Statement on Contributions to Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Statement on your contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including information about your understanding of these topics, your record of activities to date, and your specific plans and goals for advancing equity and inclusion if hired at Berkeley (for additional information go to https://ofew.berkeley.edu/recruitment/contributions-diversity).

Reference requirements
  • 3 required (contact information only)
Apply link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF03488

Help contact: ucbhssp@berkeley.edu

About UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The excellence of the institution requires an environment in which the diverse community of faculty, students, and staff are welcome and included. Successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge and skill related to ensuring equity and inclusion in the activities of their academic position (e.g., teaching, research, and service, as applicable).

The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/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, age, or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location

Berkeley, CA