Candidate Programs & Field Experience Coordinator

University of North Calorina Pembroke; Pembroke (NC); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina Pembroke is seeking a Coordinator of Candidate Program Services to support educator preparation candidates through field experiences and program milestones.

Collaborating with faculty, advisors, school district partners, and university offices, you will guide candidates from admission through clinical practice internships, promoting student success and retention.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, minimum of three years of professional experience.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with students, faculty, and school district partners.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary resource for teacher candidates regarding program progression and field experiences.
• Monitor student progress through educator preparation milestones and identify students who may benefit from additional support.
• Collaborate with faculty and academic advisors to develop intervention strategies that promote student retention, persistence, and timely graduation.
• Provide individualized guidance regarding professional expectations, program requirements, and career readiness.
• Coordinate orientation sessions for newly admitted education students and candidates entering field and clinical experiences.
• Connect students with university resources including tutoring, academic support, counseling, financial aid, accessibility services, and career development.
• Develop student success initiatives that foster engagement, professional growth, and academic achievement.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of North Carolina Pembroke is seeking a Coordinator of Candidate Program Services to support educator preparation candidates through field experiences and program milestones.

Collaborating with faculty, advisors, school district partners, and university offices, you will guide candidates from admission through clinical practice internships, promoting student success and retention.