J. Aaron Popham, Phd Email & Phone Number

Mapleton, Utah, United States

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Mapleton, Utah, United States

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

The American Association for Quality Assurance in Educator Preparation (AAQEP) is a CHEA recognized accreditor, committed to enhancing the quality of educator preparation programs. Through rigorous evaluation and continuous improvement, AAQEP ensures that teacher preparation programs meet high standards, preparing effective and dedicated educators for the future.• Drive organizational success through strategic leadership, active participation in decision-making, and financial oversight, ensuring alignment with long-term goals while maintaining financial stability via budget review, financial analysis, and fiscal responsibility.• As an active member of the Governance Committee, ensure adherence to AAQEP's bylaws, policies, and legal obligations, while upholding unwavering standards of ethics and integrity.

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

Western Governors University is a nonprofit online university founded by 19 U.S. governors more than 25 years ago. WGU has since become a beacon of innovation, access, affordability, competency-based education, and workforce connection serving over 135,000 full-time students nationwide. As the largest, accredited college of education in the U.S. with over 38,000 active degree-seeking students and 800 faculty and staff, WGU’s Teachers College is a champion of next-generation teaching, learning, and leading that serves teachers, leaders, and other education innovators in all 50 states who are rising and striving educators working to advance their pathways to opportunity and their ability to make a difference in their community.• Led the largest, accredited college of education, guiding a remote team of 800+ faculty & staff to deliver at scale, innovative, next-generation programs to 38,000+ students across all 50 states, achieving strategic objectives and enhancing teaching & learning outcomes.• Cultivated high-functioning, collaborative teams using servant leadership techniques, driving successful college and university initiatives, projects, and key student outcomes across 24 undergrad and 20 grad degree programs.• Developed a forward-thinking vision and strategic roadmap for the college’s academic portfolio, leveraging workforce intelligence and evidence-based approaches for program development and continuous improvement.• Launched the innovative Masters of Science in Learning Experience Design & Educational Technology, the first new degree program in 15 years, with 1,000+ first-year enrollments.• Exhibited exceptional financial management skills, overseeing a $76.9M budget. Led academic talent acquisition and management, student recruitment, enrollment growth, and data governance.• Maintained the college's accreditations and state program approvals. Successfully oversaw CAEP and AAQEP accreditations, SPA recognitions, and contributed NWCCU accreditation.

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

• Defined and implemented academic strategy for Initial Licensure Programs, leading to long-term vision and program success.• Provided effective leadership to program chairs and cross-functional partners, achieving strategic outcomes and maintaining program performance standards across 24 undergraduate and 9 graduate degree programs.• Directed the development and launch of the Professional Core for the elementary, secondary, and special education programs, the largest curriculum project ever completed at WGU, serving 20,000+ teacher candidates, enhancing program offerings significantly.• Managed program finances, data governance, and maintained partnerships at various levels.

Provo, Utah, United States

Brigham Young University (BYU) is a prestigious and globally recognized faith-based institution dedicated to fostering excellence in education, research, and service. With a rich history spanning over a century, BYU is well-known for its strong academic programs, vibrant campus community, and commitment to nurturing the whole person. The BYU Educator Preparation Program (BYU EPP), is one of the largest, traditional educator preparation programs in the nation with graduate and undergraduate preparation programs housed in seven colleges across the university that prepare elementary, secondary, and special education teachers, as well as school leaders, school psychologists, school social workers, and speech-language pathologists.• Directed the BYU Educator Preparation Program (EPP) comprising 4 graduate programs, 27 teaching majors, and 23 teaching minors across 7 colleges.• Led the accreditation and compliance efforts for the EPP, including programs in teacher preparation, school leadership, school psychology, school social work, and speech-language pathology.• Oversaw the development of program-wide assessments and evaluations based on national and local standards used by 120+ faculty and 2,000+ teacher candidates.• Demonstrated proactive expertise in educational standards, outcomes-based assessment, and accreditation body requirements (NWCCU, CAEP, and national SPAs), staying abreast of industry advancements and applying this knowledge to inform decision-making and enhance educational quality.• Served as the BYU EPP representative in local, state, and national venues, including facilitating communication with the Utah State Board of Education regarding assessment, accreditation, and licensure policies and procedures.

Provo, Utah, United States

• Coordinated accreditation for BYU's Educator Preparation Program across 7 colleges, ensuring adherence to educational standards and outcomes-based assessments.• Maintained a working knowledge and understanding of educational standards, and the requirements of accreditation bodies, including NWCCU, CAEP, and national SPAs.• Led preparation of annual assessment and accreditation reports, managing student data analysis and reporting.• Designed and implemented mYlink, an enterprise-level data and assessment system, driving improved efficiency and coordination.• Liaised with the Utah State Board of Education on assessment, accreditation, and licensure policies and procedures.

Provo, Utah, United States

• Managed $17 million in grants, coordinating research projects in P-12 settings and adhering to university and funding agency policies, procedures, and regulations.• Developed grant writing processes and budgets, providing fiscal oversight to externally funded projects.• Guided faculty and students through university and college IRB policies and processes.

Provo, Utah, United States

• Spearheaded project-wide data collection and analysis, effectively managed budgets, and collaborated with principals and classroom teachers to implement project activities and conduct research, facilitating planning and problem-solving throughout.• Designed and facilitated workshops and seminars to support faculty with technology integration into their courses and curriculum.

Ph.D., Instructional Psychology & Technology

Master Of Science (M.S.), Instructional Psychology & Technology

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Exercise Physiology And Medicine