School District Liaison

Western New Mexico University; New Mexico; Remote; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Western New Mexico University seeks a program coordinator to support College of Education clinical placements. The role coordinates partnerships with placement sites, manages compliance documentation, and assists with student recruitment and program evaluation.

Responsibilities include frequent travel across New Mexico, MOUs with sites, and collaboration with faculty, staff, and advisors. A bachelor’s degree and PK-12 experience are required; bilingual preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a public PK-12 school.
• Bilingual (Navajo or Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain partnerships with clinical placement sites in northern New Mexico.
• Facilitate efficient placement of students in clinical placements.
• Maintain records and documentation related to student placements and compliance.
• Assist with student recruitment and connect potential students with advisors.
• Travel frequently throughout New Mexico to build relationships with site personnel.
• Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and placement site staff.
• Develop MOUs and other agreements with clinical sites.
• Assist with evaluation of clinical components and data management systems.
• Collaborate with media/tech services for placement-related equipment.
• Assist with accreditation and participate in professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database systems

Job description

Benefits Part-Time (Less than 30 hours) Not Benefitted

Department

Department College of Education

Summary

Coordinates and supports clinical placements for College of Education students by building partnerships with placement sites, managing compliance documentation, and facilitating student assignments. Travels regularly to maintain site relationships, develop agreements, and assist with recruitment and program evaluation efforts.*This is a remote position for NM residents who reside in or near, the following locations (Gallup, Shiprock, Farmington, Cuba, Rio Rancho, Taos, Mora, Las Vegas, Raton, Clayton, Santa Rosa, Tucumcari, etc.)

Duties

• Build and maintain mutually beneficial partnerships with clinical placement sites, in northern New Mexico.
• Facilitate efficient placement of students in clinical placements.
• Maintain records and documentation related to student placements and compliance with regulations.
• Assist with student recruitment and application for College of Education programs and connect potential students with academic advisor and faculty mentor.
• Travel frequently throughout New Mexico to build and maintain relationships with clinical placement site personnel and to recruit potential students.
• Exhibit strong communication skills to interact effectively with potential and current students, university faculty, and clinical placement site personnel.
• Commit to collaboration, teamwork, and a culture of mutual respect and support among colleagues.
• Develop memorandums of understanding (MOUs) and other agreements with clinical placement sites.
• Assist with evaluation of clinical components of programs for the College of Education. Assist with establishment, maintenance, and revision of Clinical Education procedures and data management systems.
• Work with media/technology services departments to facilitate equipment used during student clinical placements.
• Assist with accreditation.
• Participate in the process of ongoing personal and professional development. Model professional standards and ethics in accordance with WNMU philosophy. Provide professional contributions within areas of expertise as appropriate. Participate in departmental and College committees and special projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/Background

Bachelor’s Degree required. Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a public Pre K-12 school required. Experience working in a Pre K-12 classroom preferred. Bilingual (Navajo or Spanish) preferred.

Job Knowledge

Knowledge of and experience with multicultural populations. Knowledge and experience specific to the complexities of teaching in rural and high-poverty schools, including students with high-incidence disabilities and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Ability to work collaboratively with clinical placement site personnel and potential students. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Ability to adapt to instructional needs of the College. Ability to handle multiple deadlines. Attention to detail. Sensitivity to cultural differences within the university and community. Fluent in Microsoft Office applications and database systems.

Working Conditions/ Physical Demands (With or Without Accommodations)

Normal office environment, may travel some within the community when needed and must be able to work after hours. May be required to transport normal office equipment and materials. Ability to comprehend and work with a variety of information from various sources. Able to clearly communicate with a diverse population of individuals. Ability to compose correspondence and reports and remain in a sedentary position for prolonged periods of time. May be required to work additional hours or days depending on circumstances. (If applicable to the role)

Other Requirements

a. Requires a valid driver’s license.

b. Required to complete Defensive Driving Course within 6 months. (If applicable to the role)

Location

Location New Mexico

Salary Range

Salary Range $21.10

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a bachelor's degree?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a minimum of 3 years of experience working in a public PK-12 school?
  • Yes
  • No
• * This position requires the ability to travel to and perform work on-site at New Mexico schools in, and around Gallup, Shiprock, Farmington, Cuba, Rio Rancho, Taos, Mora, Las Vegas, Raton, Clayton, Santa Rosa, Tucumcari, etc. Are you able to meet this requirement?
  • Yes
  • No