Coordinator, Education Clinical Placement

EKU Master of Public Administration Program; Richmond; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Kentucky University seeks a Coordinator of Education Clinical Placement at its Richmond Campus to serve as the primary liaison between schools/teachers and the Professional Education Services Office for students in education programs.

The role involves contacting districts to develop MOAs and placing host schools/teachers for students, while adhering to state/national regulations. Collaboration with faculty, staff, and students is essential, with supervision by the PESO Director.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree is required.
• One year of experience is required.
• License/Certification: Teaching Certification is required.
• Preferred: Master's degree and three years of experience in K-12 settings.

Responsibilities

• Securing MOAs and clinical placements by contacting districts, schools and teachers to arrange placements for courses; notify students and maintain MOA relationships.
• Review, process, and approve/deny required documents for clinical students; update EPSB records and coordinate with Verified Credentials team; prepare informational materials for students and instructors.
• Assist PES Office with events each semester and other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's degree

Job description

• College of Education & Applied Human Sciences

497830
Richmond Campus
Academic Support Positions
College of Education & Applied Human Sciences
Fulltime Staff

Title: Coordinator, Education Clinical Placement

Position Type: Fulltime Staff

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 23R000 - College of Ed & Appl Human Sciences

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule Type: Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)

Posted Salary Grade: Exempt - G20

Retirement: KTRS

Contact Person: Brandy Rose

Job Summary / Basic Functions

Serve as the primary liaison between schools/teachers and the Professional Education Services Office in the College of Education and Applied Human Science for students enrolled in education programs.

The Placement Coordinator will be responsible for contacting districts to develop MOAs and schools/teachers (in the students’ preferred districts) to identify teachers willing to host EKU teacher candidates. Contact will be made through email, phone, and visits to schools to build and maintain this relationship.

Provides administrative work that requires familiarity with local schools and districts, and state and national regulations related to clinical placements. Requires the ability to communicate and work in partnership with faculty, staff, and students, as well as independently. Work progress is monitored by the immediate supervisor. The candidate will be able to prioritize and organize work to support the Director of Professional Education Services.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree is required.

Experience: One year of experience is required.

Licensure & Certifications: License/Certification: Teaching Certification

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include: Master's degree and three years of experience in K-12 school setting.

Job Duties

• 45% - Securing MOAs and clinical placements: Contact districts, schools and teachers to make placements for online and traditional undergraduate clinical courses. Notify students of placements once completed. Secure MOAs with district partners. Maintain regular communication with Model Lab School to ensure quality clinical experiences for Clinical Level 1 and 2 students. - (Essential)
• 45% - Communicating and supporting clinical students: Review, process, and approve/deny student observation required documents (CAN, background, character and fitness check forms). Update EPSB records for each student. Coordinate with Verified Credentials team to oversee process. Create and provide informational materials/resources for clinical students and course instructors regarding requirements, processes, and expectations. - (Essential)
• 10% - Assist PES Office: Assist with events each semester and other duties as assigned. - (Essential)

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.