Field Experience Coordinator

Concordia University of Edmonton; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Field Experience Coordinator to enhance the educational journey of student teachers. This role involves building strong relationships with school jurisdictions and facilitating successful practicum placements. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor of Education and extensive experience in the K-12 environment. Join a collaborative and inclusive team dedicated to fostering a supportive learning atmosphere. If you are passionate about education and committed to making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related experience in education.
• Understanding of teacher certification requirements in Alberta.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with school personnel.
• Match student teachers with cooperating teachers for practicums.
• Maintain Field Experiences documentation and financial records.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor of Education degree

Job description

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Concordia University of Edmonton (CUE) is a community of learning grounded in scholarship and academic freedom, preparing students to be independent thinkers, ethical leaders, and citizens for the common good.

CUE's campus is situated on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River in Edmonton’s historic Highlands neighborhood. Supporting a student body of over 3,000, we are known for our small class sizes and our excellence in teaching. Our diverse student population and small classes provide an excellent opportunity for engaging with students in a sustained and nurturing way, unique within the Canadian university system. CUE values research across sciences, social sciences, humanities, and management. Our vision is to become Canada’s pre-eminent small university.

CUE is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for work, study, and living. We actively promote dignity for all, rejecting actions and language harmful to mutual respect.

Reporting to the Dean of Education, the Field Experience Coordinator will be responsible for placing students in 4-week and 9-week practicums, providing counseling to students prior to, during, and after practicums.

The Coordinator will build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in Alberta’s School Jurisdictions, the Alberta Teachers’ Association, and other educational partners. Responsibilities include data collection, reporting, and presentation of key Faculty of Education information.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain relationships with school-based personnel in Alberta School Jurisdictions.
• Match cooperating teachers with student teachers to ensure successful practicums.
• Assign all Year 1 and Year 2 (BEd AfterDegree) student teachers to cooperating teachers.
• Recruit and maintain a roster of university facilitators.
• Maintain and update all Field Experiences documentation as needed.
• Maintain and update historical data related to placements and satisfaction of educational partners.
• Maintain financial records related to placement functions.
• Prepare and lead Field Experiences seminars with Year 1 students.
• Ensure compliance with Concordia University of Edmonton’s policies and procedures.
• Liaise with Alberta Teachers’ Association and other educational partners.
• Provide support to the Dean of Education in faculty administration.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Education degree or equivalent.
• 10+ years of related experience.
• Experience in the K-12 Alberta school environment preferred.
• Understanding of teacher certification requirements in Alberta.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships.
• Effective communication skills at various levels.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and adherence to deadlines.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• Satisfactory Criminal Records Check results.

Closing Date: Application review will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Please direct all questions and inquiries to Human Resources at [e-mail].

Concordia University of Edmonton encourages applications from members of racialized groups, visible minorities, First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, women, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and others supporting diversity of perspectives at CUE. While all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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