Site Coordinator-Ed Prep

University of North Texas; Denton (TX); Híbrido; USD 65.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

University of North Texas is seeking a Site Coordinator-Ed Prep to support supervision, success, and retention of teacher candidates during clinical field experiences in EC-12 settings. This role coordinates field activities and ensures state certification requirements are met while serving as a liaison with district partners in a collaborative program.

The position emphasizes coaching, meetings, and program alignment, with a hybrid work schedule and ties to UNT-Provost and College of Education.

Formación

• Master's degree or higher in a relevant education field.
• At least 3 years of EC12 classroom teaching experience in Texas.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate and Texas principal certification.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise and evaluate teacher candidates in clinical placements.
• Provide coaching and targeted support for professional growth and certification.
• Coordinate and lead required meetings and trainings with district partners.
• Serve as liaison between the university and school districts.
• Collaborate with program leadership to monitor candidate progress.
• Attend educator preparation trainings and program meetings.
• Support candidate development activities including test prep and seminars.

Conocimientos

Time management

Organizational skills

Collaborative work

Teamwork and independent work

Knowledge of education laws

Educación

Master's degree or higher in education

EC12 classroom teaching experience (3+ years)

Texas teaching certificate

Texas Principal certification

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Email

Canvas / LMS

Descripción del empleo

Title: Site Coordinator-Ed Prep
Employee Classification: Site Coordinator-Ed Prep
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Provost
Sub Division-Department: UNT-College of Education
Department: UNT-Education-Ed Prep-132230
Job Location: Denton
Salary: Commensurate with experience with a minimum of $65,000,000
FTE: 1.000000
Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible
About Us - Values Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Department Summary
The Educator Preparation Program at UNT is committed to preparing future teachers in progressively field-based learning environments. Teacher candidate preparation culminates with the supervised clinical teaching semester in EC-12 classrooms in area public schools.
The College of Education Clinical Practice Office supports this goal through partnerships with districts and school teachers and administrators to provide field-based preparation opportunities for both undergraduate and post baccalaureate students seeking initial teacher certification.
Position Overview
This position supports the supervision, success, and retention of teacher candidates during clinical and residency field experiences. This role ensures implementation of Program requirements, coordinates compliance-driven field activities, and supports state certification. The position conducts observations, leads required meetings and trainings, supports candidate development, and serves as a liaison between the university and school districts.
Minimum Qualifications
Masters degree or higher in a relevant education field; at least 3 years of successful EC12 classroom teaching experience in Texas; and experience supervising teacher candidates. The candidate must currently hold, or be willing to renew, a valid Texas teaching certificate and Texas Principal certification.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Skill in managing own time and the time of others.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively and building strategic relations with colleagues, coworkers, constituents and volunteers.
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, statutes, regulations, codes, and standards related to the area of responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Texas Administrator. Proficiency, or the ability to quickly gain proficiency, in Microsoft Office, email, and learning management systems such as Canvas.
Required License/Registration/Certifications
The candidate must currently hold or be willing to renew a valid Texas teaching certificate and Texas principal certification.
Job Duties

• To be added by dept.
• Conduct required field supervision and evaluation of teacher candidates in clinical and residency placements, including informal and formal observations across fall and spring semesters, ensuring compliance with TAC and EPP requirements.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and targeted support to teacher candidates to promote professional growth, retention, and successful completion of certification requirements.
• Coordinate and lead required meetings and trainings, including host teacher orientations, triad/quad meetings, and governance meetings with district partners.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the university and school district partners, addressing field-based concerns, supporting host teachers, and ensuring clear communication and alignment of expectations.
• Collaborate with the Director of Clinical Experiences and program leadership through regular check-ins to monitor candidate progress and address performance or placement issues.
• Attend required educator preparation trainings and program meetings to maintain qualification, alignment with state standards, and consistency of supervision practice.
• Support candidate development activities, including test preparation sessions, clinical seminars, and campus-based programming as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm (Hybrid)
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.