CalTeach Program Director; Academic Coordinator II

Position overview

Position title:

Cal Teach Program Director (Academic Coordinator II)

Salary range: A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $84,246-$111,212

The posted UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step  the table for the salary scale for this position.

Open date: January 30, 2026

Next review date: Monday, Feb 16, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Saturday, Mar 14, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Program Overview

The UC San Diego Cal Teach Program in Science and Mathematics prepares undergraduates to become secondary math and science teachers—especially for high-needs schools. Hallmarks of the program include:

• Students earn a bachelor's degree in a math or science field, followed by a graduate year to complete a California single-subject teaching credential and an M.Ed.
• Credential coursework is grounded in math and science teaching and learning and is co-designed by the School of Physical Sciences and the Education Studies Department (EDS).
• Practicum courses include meaningful fieldwork in regional high-need schools.

Position Summary

We seek a Program Director with expertise in curriculum, pedagogy, and current research in math or science education. The Director will bring a strong commitment to Cal Teach and a forward-looking vision that advances the program while honoring its mission.

This role requires high-level collaboration with campus administrators, faculty, and local school partners to design, implement, and sustain the Cal Teach curriculum and outreach initiatives. The Director will ensure all programmatic approvals, certification requirements, and partnerships are in place to support high-quality program delivery.

Responsibilities

The Cal Teach Program Director provides overall leadership and contributes to program administration and outreach for the Cal Teach Undergraduate Program.

• Providing program management, supervision, and strategic direction in partnership with the Cal Teach Faculty Director.
• Collaborating with faculty, lecturers, program coordinators, and school district partners.
• Managing the program budget and ensuring curriculum alignment with state credentialing requirements.
• Leading recruitment, marketing, and retention efforts for Cal Teach students.
• Securing and managing external grants to support program innovation and growth.
• Working collaboratively with co-directors in the Schools of Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, and Education Studies.

• Organize annual meetings for Cal Teach faculty and staff.
• Participate in UC systemwide Cal Teach Director meetings and the annual Cal Teach Symposium.
• Coordinate logistics for program development, including meetings, applications, and communication with participants and the Faculty Director.
• Manage the annual reporting process to external agencies; ensure timely submission and contribute to report writing.
• Serve as a backup to administrative staff by assisting students, answering inquiries, and providing program information.
• Provide limited oversight of Cal Teach undergraduate advising and recruitment.

• Lead external marketing for Cal Teach programs.
• Maintain and update program websites; analyze traffic and trends to strengthen digital presence.
• Manage departmental social media accounts to share program updates and support recruitment.
• Co-plan special events with the Faculty Director.
• Attend relevant state, regional, and local meetings on behalf of the program.

This is a 100% Academic Coordinator II fiscal-year appointment. Academic Coordinators are appointed for 2 years with reappointment depending on a successful academic review and funding availability.

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Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• Ed.D. or Ph.D. in education, a math or science discipline, or a related field.
• At least seven years of experience in program coordination or administration.
• At least seven years of successful experience teaching adults and/or college-age students.

Preferred qualifications

• Doctoral degree in math or science education.
• Experience with budget management.
• Experience securing and managing grants.
• Secondary teaching experience and a current or prior teaching credential (California or out of state).
• Six or more years of secondary mathematics or science teaching.
• Experience with curriculum development in math or science education.
• Familiarity with research-based practices in math and/or science teaching and learning.
• Experience working collaboratively in teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Document requirements

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

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information…