Vanderbilt Peabody CollegeHead of Academic Support
Jun. 2021 - Jan. 2022RemoteThis role is set within the Programs for Talented Youth (PTY) at Vanderbilt University, Peabody School of Education, where the Head of Academic Support is responsible for overseeing various aspects of academic life for PTY online programs. Primary responsibilities include the following: - Oversee the timely acquisition of instructor’s course materials, course-packs, and readings
- Support instructors and teaching assistants in problem-solving and brainstorming strategies to engage students who are struggling in a course - Communicate expectations regarding the protection of minors policies and oversee appropriate implementation in classrooms - Talk with parents as necessary to learn more about a student’s particular learning needs and to discuss appropriate fit in a given course or PTY at large during and prior to program inception
- Meet individually with instructors to support the development and design of courses including but not limited to reviewing syllabi and suggesting ideas to enhance course content, rigor, and appropriateness for academically advanced and gifted learners - Observe in instructor classrooms and provide timely and constructive feedback using an evidence supported protocol - Supervise instructors and teaching assistants in cultivating a positive climate and culture, a student-centered focus, and a quality learning experience - Provide examples and model pedagogically appropriate strategies for online settings
- Communicate expectations, timelines, logistics, and policies to instructors and teaching assistants in a timely and efficient manner
- Collaborate with other PTY leadership members to design, coordinate, and implement engaging and relevant professional development sessions for teaching assistants and instructors prior to program inception - Serve as the primary contact for instructor inquiries and support - Oversee course evaluation efforts and provide findings to PTY Director, including recommendations for ongoing success