The Asian Studies Center at the University of Pittsburgh seeks an experienced leader to direct one of seven coordinating sites of the National Consortium for Teaching About Asia (NCTA). In its 27th year, NCTA expands education about East Asia at K-12 level through professional development, curriculum development, and resource dissemination. The Director leads programming for K-12 educators across an 11-state region.

Major Responsibilities

Regional Program AdministrationOversee $556,182 annual budget plus supplemental grants across eleven states (AL, DE, IL, KY, LA, MD, MI, MN, OH, PA, WV)Design courses to meet evolving K-12 educator needsCoordinate and ensure quality of all NCTA programming in regionDevelop relationships with university departments, centers, school districts, museums, and K-12 educatorsOversee curriculum projects and contribute to national NCTA curriculumNational Consortium CollaborationCollaborate with six other NCTA directors on consortium-wide initiativesPursue innovations in East Asia-related K-12 professional developmentMaintain national program website and visibilityDevelop annual renewal proposals and submit reports to The Freeman FoundationParticipate in biannual directors' meetingsCollaborate on joint courses, conference exhibits, and presentationsProgram LeadershipTeach occasional NCTA courses and serve as guest lecturerDesign and lead K-12 educator summer study tours in East AsiaMaintain NCTA Board of Advisors of master teachersSecure supplemental funding and identify new instructional consultantsAdministrative and External RelationsSupervise two full-time and one part-time employeesAct as University liaison with Freeman FoundationEnsure grant compliance with university protocolsAdvocate for K-12 Asian studies within UniversityTravel RequirementsTravel to other NCTA Directors at least twice annuallyVisit seminar sites and museum locationsAssist with national conference projects and presentationsLead study tours to East Asia

Required Qualifications

A bachelor's in Asian studies with at least 5 years of work experience in East Asian studiesExtensive experience in K-12 educator professional development programmingAdministrative and financial experience working with large grantsDemonstrated commitment to enriching teaching and learning about East Asia at K-12 levelAbility to keep abreast of current research and scholarship in East Asian studies

Preferred Qualifications

A master's, PhD, or EdD in Asian Studies with significant related courseworkExcellent oral and written communication abilitiesStrong relationship-building capabilitiesExperience in educational and office technologyProficiency in an East Asian languageLived experience in East Asia

A resume and cover letter are required. Applications without both documents will not be considered.

Develops, implements, and evaluates programs in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders and various community partners. Creates and implements strategic visions, plans, and timelines and identifies important projects, ventures, and other partnership opportunities. Performs budgetary functions, resolves complex program administration issues, and oversees contracts and negotiations with service providers. Improves policies and procedures and ensures effective overall operations.

Develops, implements, and evaluates programs in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders and various community partners. Creates and implements strategic visions, plans, and timelines and identifies important projects, ventures, and other partnership opportunities. Performs budgetary functions, resolves complex program administration issues, and oversees contracts and negotiations with service providers. Improves policies and procedures and ensures effective overall operations.

• Develops, implements, and evaluates programs in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders and various community partners.
• Creates and implements strategic visions, plans, and timelines; identifies important projects, ventures, and other partnership opportunities.
• Prepares and monitors budgets; oversees financial controls, accounts, payroll, investments, and other financial activities.
• Serves as a main point of contact regarding program administrative activities; resolves complex issues.
• Oversees contracts and negotiations with vendors and service providers.
• Monitors, implements, and improves policies and procedures; ensures efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
• Prepares complex reports, projections, and analyses for senior leadership and community partners.