Assistant Dean of Licensure & Clinical Experiences

William & Mary; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

William & Mary School of Education is seeking an Assistant Dean for Licensure and Clinical Experiences to lead field and clinical experiences across all programs and degree levels. The role serves as the primary liaison to the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) for licensure and program approvals, and directs policy-aligned processes, documentation, and continuous improvement across SOE partner sites.

Strong collaboration with faculty and staff is essential as you supervise graduate

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education or a closely related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience with field/clinical supervision and partnership-based work in K–12 schools and/or relevant professional practice settings.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement policies/procedures; strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive records and maintain accurate documentation/data in appropriate systems (e.g., Banner or equivalent).
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and external partners.

Responsibilities

• 65% Virginia Licensure Operations, Field/Clinical Systems, and Partnerships—design, implement, and oversee SOE-wide field and clinical experience systems across all programs and degree levels.
• VDOE Licensure and VDOE Program Approval—serve as SOE’s primary liaison to VDOE for licensure and program approval matters.
• Licensure processing—counsel and monitor candidates to ensure licensure requirements are met; audit and maintain records; enter state-mandated exam scores; submit licensure forms.
• Provide MOUs and partnership management for clinical placements; sign MOUs and ensure terms are met by all parties.
• Convenes Clinical Experiences Council; ensure quality management, documentation, and improvement priorities across programs.

Skills

Field/clinical supervision

K-12 partnerships

Policy development

Data management

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in education or related field

Tools

Banner/SIS

Job description

William & Mary School of Education is seeking an Assistant Dean for Licensure and Clinical Experiences to lead field and clinical experiences across all programs and degree levels. The role serves as the primary liaison to the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) for licensure and program approvals, and directs policy-aligned processes, documentation, and continuous improvement across SOE partner sites.

Strong collaboration with faculty and staff is essential as you supervise graduate