Expectation and Condition of Employment
Howard Payne University, a church-related institution affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, seeks to employ evangelical Christians who are dedicated to teaching and service as they model the principles of the Christian faith and the University’s sincere religious beliefs.
Howard Payne University (hereafter, University) is committed to the integration of learning and Christian faith in the pursuit of truth. Employees are expected to embrace the Christian Mission Statement and Core Values of the University and must support the University’s affirmation of traditional Christian and Baptist beliefs by leading lives of service through active involvement in Christian activities both on campus and through a local church.
Mission Statement
Howard Payne University is a Christ-centered academic community dedicated to excellence by developing and equipping the whole person for intellectual inquiry, personal and professional integrity, and service to God and humanity.
Core Values of Howard Payne University
We believe and affirm that the University as an institution and each individual called to serve the Lord at Howard
Payne should strive to demonstrate a commitment to these five Core Values:
- Centered on Christ (cf. Col. 3:17, Matt. 7:24)
- Focused on Community (cf. Eph. 4:4-6, 1 Pet. 3:8)
- Called to Service (cf. Mark 10:45, Phil. 2:3-5)
- Committed to Excellence (cf. Gen. 1:31, 1 Cor. 9:24)
- Dedicated to Stewardship (cf. Gen. 2:15, 1 Pet. 4:10)
As a condition of employment, employees agree to be paid by Direct Deposit. Applicants offered contingent employment based on the University obtaining a clean background check agree the contingent offer of employment may be revoked based on the information obtained in the background check.
If offered employment, your acceptance will indicate that you have read and agree to the Expectations and Conditions above.
Application Procedure
To be considered for this position, please submit the following:
- a letter of application addressing in detail how you meet the position requirements
- a resume or CV (curriculum vitae)
- unofficial transcripts, and
- a completed HPU Employment Application
Job Summary
Fulfill all duties and responsibilities as the Certification Officer/TExES (Texas Examination of Educator Standards) Coordinator for the Teacher Education Program under the close supervision of the Dean of the School of Education and Fine Arts.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The employee in this position may be asked to perform duties not listed in the job description, but which are also considered essential to the position.
Functions and Duties of Certification Officer/TExES Coordinator
- Organize all aspects of student applications for the Teacher Education Program; for example, determining eligibility, including GPA's, Texas Success Initiative Assessment-2 (TSIA-2) results, 30/45/60-hours requirement, endorsements requirement, etc.
- Distribute all pertinent information at Teacher Education Council meeting in which applicants are accepted or denied
- Follow-up on all Teacher Education Program applicants (mailing out acceptance/denial letters, rechecking GPA's, applicants who did not sign up for EDU courses, etc.)
- Determine that all students enrolled in our EDU entry-level classes applied for the program and are eligible
- Assist the Director of Field Experiences in placing all students for required observation hours in local public schools
- Maintain student files in the Teacher Education Program
- Organize all aspects of applications to clinical teaching/internships (determining eligibility, including GPA's, capstone course completion, endorsements requirement, etc.)
- Determine eligibility for authorizing students to take certification (TExES) tests
- Distribute pertinent TExES results with Testing Coordinator, content-area deans and department heads
- Compile and submit all State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC), Accountability System for Educator Preparation (ASEP), and Federal Title II data and reports
- Attend regional and state professional meetings on a regular basis including the Texas Association of Certification Officers (TACO), and Texas Coordinators for Teacher Certification Testing (TCTCT) meetings
- Draw up all deficiency plans for post-baccalaureate applicants
- Determine eligibility and recommend all students for standard or probationary certification
- Follow-up contact with students who are eligible for certification but who have not applied at SBEC On-Line
- Print and deliver name badges to schools where we have student observers and clinical teachers
- Keep the Dean of the School of Education up to date on all SBEC/ASEP standings
- Attend all training meetings in association with teacher certification and testing, and
- On-campus liaison for any faculty who are not familiar with education or certification issues
- Become a certified Pearson VVE test administrator
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Required Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Modeling Christian Faith - Must be committed to modeling the Christian faith. Displays a proven record of modeling the Christian faith in business operations, management roles, customer service functions, and interactions with others. Is committed to continuing to model Christian faith in a manner consistent with the University’s Mission Statement and Core Values
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well problem solving as part of a group; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
- Technical Skills – Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to build knowledge and skills continuously; shares expertise with others
- Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional situations effectively; solicits feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance promptly and effectively; meets the commitments they make to others
- Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict without blaming others; consistently maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting them; keeps his or her emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things
- Change Management – Develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; builds commitment and overcomes resistance effectively; prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results
- Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
- Ethics - Treats everyone with respect; keeps commitments; inspires others to trust him or her; works with integrity and ethically; upholds the University's Mission Statement and Core Values
- University Support - Follows policies and procedures consistently; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports the University’s Mission Statement and Core Values; benefits the University through external community and professional activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity
- Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in the decision-making process; makes timely decisions
- Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts personal responsibility for his or her own actions; follows through with commitments
- Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time
- Dependability – Follows instructions; responds effectively to his or her supervisor’s direction; takes responsibility for his or her own actions and keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities listed above satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Education and/or Experience – Bachelor's degree from an accredited University or one or two years of directly related experience in K-12 or higher education setting
- Language Skills - Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations in English; ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals effectively; ability to present information and respond to questions effectively from groups of students, other employees, trustees and the public
- Math Skills - Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages and area. Ability to apply concepts of basic Algebra
- Reasoning Ability - Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form in English
- Computer Skills - To perform this job successfully, an individual should have excellent working knowledge of Commonly used Internet browsers; Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook email software, and must become familiar with TEA and Pearson technology
- Licenses - Must be at least 21 years old and maintain a current Texas driver's license to drive any vehicle, including personally owned vehicles, on behalf of the University
- Other skills and abilities - Must be able to travel away from home 1% of the time and must be able to work in the evenings and on the weekends approximately 1% of the time
- Physical Abilities – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities. The employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds when picking up the mail from the university mail room. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
- Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the Essential Duties and Responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to the normal risks of electrical shock associated with plugging in or unplugging an electrical item. The employee must also be able to work around airborne particles and chemicals used to clean and maintain the buildings and grounds of the University.
