Director of Graduate Teacher Education - Oklahoma Baptist University

Director of Graduate Teacher Education - Oklahoma Baptist University OBU Mission Statement

OBU transforms lives by equipping students to pursue academic excellence, integrate faith with all areas of knowledge, engage a diverse world, and live worthy of the high calling of God in Christ.

Oklahoma Baptist University achieves its mission through a shared commitment to the following expectations. All employees must embrace these expectations and model them in their behavior.

• Demonstrate commitment to the essentials of the Christian faith.
• Commit to the mission and vision of Oklahoma Baptist University.
• Treat people with dignity and respect.
• Build relationships on honesty, integrity, and trust.
• Strive for excellence through teamwork, leadership, and a strong work ethic.
• Manage human and financial resources wisely and efficiently.

Oklahoma Baptist University seeks a dynamic, mission-driven Administrative Faculty member to serve as the Director of Graduate Teacher Education. This position will provide leadership for graduate education programs in the School of Education, including the Master of Arts in Teaching, the alternative certificate program (ACCESS), and future programs such as a Master of Educational Leadership and Doctorate in Education. The Director will oversee program operations, student support, recruitment, program development, and strategic growth.

This role is designed to strengthen support for current and prospective graduate students while advancing the School of Education’s online, nontraditional, and graduate offerings. The position includes both teaching and administrative responsibilities, with an anticipated 50/50 split that includes approximately six credit hours of teaching per semester.

The Director will report to the Dean for Online, Nontraditional, and Graduate Education, serve as a faculty member in the School of Education, and work with the Director for Teacher Education on curricular oversight related to specialized accreditation. The Teacher Education program at OBU is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Education Preparation (CAEP) and by the Office of Education Quality and Accountability (OEQA).

• Provide leadership for graduate teacher education programs, including the Master of Arts in Teaching and ACCESS programs.
• Oversee day-to-day operations for the MAT and ACCESS programs.
• Collaborate with School of Education faculty and leadership to ensure graduate programs reflect institutional mission, program goals, and professional standards.
• Coordinate onboarding and advising for new MAT and ACCESS students.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for current and prospective graduate teacher education students.
• Answer prospective student questions and provide timely communication regarding program requirements, admission pathways, course sequencing, and licensure expectations.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrators to ensure quality and consistency in graduate program delivery.
• Assist with scheduling, course planning, staffing needs, and communication specific to graduate education programs.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to advising, student progress, and program operations.
• Support coordination between graduate programs and relevant undergraduate or integrated pathways, including students pursuing integrated MAT options.

• Provide leadership for the future development of graduate education offerings, including potential programs such as a Master of Educational Leadership and Doctorate in Education within the School of Education.
• Collaborate with School of Education and graduate administrative…