Executive Director – National Association for Alternative Certification Position Summary The Executive Director of the National Association for Alternative Certification (NAAC) works closely with all volunteer board members to support the mission of the organization, which is to advocate for standards-driven nontraditional educator preparation leading to effective school staffing. The primary responsibility is to provide leadership for daily and annual operations, functions, and communications; provide guidance and support to the NAAC Board of Directors and membership in establishing strategy, policy, and research-based decisions. Responsibilities Organization Management Develop and implement two-way communication processes to engage the membership through Regional Directors, State Representative, Committee Chairs, and the Executive Committee and the full Board of Directors. Work with the organization President to create meeting agendas and take roll, and record and write minutes for all board meetings. Assure maintenance of the organization website Provide oversight and supervision for the annual conference planning, registration, and occurrence under the guidance of the board, led by the President-Elect. Supervise, manage, and evaluate staff Create and prepare updates of the NAAC Standard Operating Procedures and Handbook Budget Assist the Treasurer in developing, proposing, monitoring and making recommendations for the annual operating and conference budget Organization Outreach Serve as a liaison and support between the NAAC Board, members, individuals and external organizations that support the NAAC mission Prepare and submit columns and articles for NAAC and other publications and media Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in a related field and minimum of 5 years of experience in the field of education High professional standards and outstanding oral and written communication skills Organized, detail-oriented, creative, and able to work independently, under pressure, and as a team player Ability to contribute to a positive and productive team culture Knowledge of K-12 education, with an emphasis on teacher preparation Benefits and Salary
Executive Director – National Association for Alternative Certification Position Summary The Executive Director of the National Association for Alternative Certification (NAAC) works closely with all volunteer board members to support the mission of the organization, which is to advocate for standards-driven nontraditional educator preparation leading to effective school staffing. The primary responsibility is to provide leadership for daily and annual operations, functions, and communications; provide guidance and support to the NAAC Board of Directors and membership in establishing strategy, policy, and research-based decisions. Responsibilities Organization Management Develop and implement two-way communication processes to engage the membership through Regional Directors, State Representative, Committee Chairs, and the Executive Committee and the full Board of Directors. Work with the organization President to create meeting agendas and take roll, and record and write minutes for all board meetings. Assure maintenance of the organization website Provide oversight and supervision for the annual conference planning, registration, and occurrence under the guidance of the board, led by the President-Elect. Supervise, manage, and evaluate staff Create and prepare updates of the NAAC Standard Operating Procedures and Handbook Budget Assist the Treasurer in developing, proposing, monitoring and making recommendations for the annual operating and conference budget Organization Outreach Serve as a liaison and support between the NAAC Board, members, individuals and external organizations that support the NAAC mission Prepare and submit columns and articles for NAAC and other publications and media Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in a related field and minimum of 5 years of experience in the field of education High professional standards and outstanding oral and written communication skills Organized, detail-oriented, creative, and able to work independently, under pressure, and as a team player Ability to contribute to a positive and productive team culture Knowledge of K-12 education, with an emphasis on teacher preparation Benefits and Salary
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