Assistant Director

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

World View offers year-round professional development programs in global education immerse K-12 and community college teachers, instructors, administrators, and staff in the rich cultures and dynamic forces that shape our world. As a program at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and apart of the Office of the Vice Provost for Global Affairs, World View is motivated by our public service mission to leverage the resource of the University to offer affordable, accessible, leading-edge programs and resources that education our state and our world. World View programs feature scholars, journalists, business professionals, non-governmental organization experts, instructional specialist and others who bring deep knowledge and broad experience translating complex global issues and offering practical solutions for classroom engagement. Educations return to their campuses and classrooms equipped with the knowledge, best practices and resources they need to integrate global education into their curriculum and prepare their students for an interconnected and diverse world.

The Office of the Vice Provost for Global Affairs has primary responsibility for shaping and implementing the University's global strategy while supporting global activity across campus. The Office of the Vice Provost for Global Affairs includes Global Education, Global Partnerships, Global Research Institute, International Student and Scholar Services, Development, Communications, Duke- UNC Rotary Peace Center, and the Unified Business Cluster.

The UNC World View Teacher-Student Initiative Assistant Director will develop and manage the UNC World View Teacher - Student Initiative, connecting University global experts and resources to a select cohort of high school teachers and their students in North Carolina. The Assistant Director will research global issues and individually coach each teacher participant as they integrate global content within North Carolina teaching standards. In addition, the Assistant Director will plan the symposia session, virtual global content meetings, UNC World View Student Day, and the UNC World View Teacher- Student Initiative Collaboration Celebration and other Teacher-Student Initiative related activities, as needed.

This project's goal is enhanced professional development breadth for the teacher. and greater global awareness for students as they become the next generation of global leaders.

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity or comparable background in independent academic or instructional activities, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. This experience may be related to the direction/oversight of programs that focus the academic and research resources of a higher education institution towards community or regional issues.

Must have advanced understanding of global issues.

Prefer several years of experience with high school classroom teaching and administrative planning, and professional development creation and implementation.

In-state travel to partner high schools is mandatory.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.