Clinical Coordinator, School of Education

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Exceptional Benefits

At the University of Massachusetts Global, we value the personal health and financial well-being of our employees. Our affordable and flexible benefits packages truly encompass our mission and values by giving our employees peace of mind to allow them to focus on their professional development and other important aspects in their lives. Our benefits include:

·         Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

·         Wellness Programs (Physical and Mental Health Challenges, Campus Events)

·         Robust and comprehensive Retirement Plan (Basic, Supplemental, Roth options)

·         Professional development through online learning and training tools

·         Service/Recognition awards

·         Paid time off

NOTE: A current California teaching credential is required.

The Clinical Coordinator, School of Education (CC) is the liaison for the University and school districts for placing credential candidates in clinical settings. The CC oversees and maintains the University Clinical Supervisors and their assignments. In coordination with the Teacher Accreditation Department (TAD) and Director of Clinical Practice, the CC will arrange and be the leader in arranging, developing, and delivering fieldwork orientations for education credential candidates and University Supervisors. The CC will serve as a liaison with School of Education designees, working closely with education program faculty and staff to assure comprehensive service to credential candidates. This position is part-time 20-29 hours per week.

Remote work from any of the following states – Alabama, Arizona, California, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Massachusetts Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin.

NOTE: Knowledge of California Educational Credential Standard is essential for this role, even when recruiting from different states.

The hiring range for this position is $22.00 - $29.50 per hour. Offers are determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to: geographical location, knowledge, skills, years & depth of experience, and equity with internal team members.

TYPE OF SUPERVISION: 

Receive general supervision from the Director, Clinical Practice.

• General Supervision — indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of duties; some of which may be complex duties within established policy guidelines; and receives occasional supervision.

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Liaison with local school districts.  Identify and contact schools/districts to place student teachers and other education credential candidates, in accordance with CTC requirements.

• Identify, recruit, recommend for hiring and termination of University Clinical Supervisors

• Assign University Clinical Supervisors to fieldwork students

• Participate in training of University Clinical Supervisors

• Follow up on (a) University Clinical Supervisors and their evaluations of candidates; (b) Candidates and their evaluations of University Clinical Supervisors and district supervisors, i.e., master teachers; (c) District supervisors and their evaluations of candidates and University Clinical Supervisors 

• Provide pay requests for University Clinical Supervisors and district supervisors to Central Office

• Maintain database for education candidates to assure all are placed in clinical settings upon completion of course work, CTC requirements, and university requirements.

• Conduct orientation with University Clinical Supervisors and candidates prior to commencing fieldwork so that all are aware of expectations as described in the various program Clinical Experience Handbooks. 

• In coordination with the University Clinical Supervisor and the district supervisor, counsel and develop action plans for candidates who are experiencing difficulty in fieldwork.  Notify the Director of Clinical Practice as to the additional support being provided, and the response to it.

• Identify school districts needing agreements and notify the Central Office of any changes or issues.

• Perform other duties, as assigned

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR LICENSES:

• Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution

• 5+ plus years teaching experience at the K-12 level

• Experience working with credential candidates in a university setting

• Current California teaching credential required

• Current administrative services credential desired

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of CTC Common Standards and Program Standards, as they apply to clinical fieldwork, is required. 

• Working knowledge of the Cal TPAs and Cal APAs is also required.

• Ability to develop and maintain databases

• Ability to effectively work within a collaborative environment

Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in appropriate field or equivalent

• K-12 administration experience 3+ years, preferably as a department head, principal, program director, or superintendent

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Electronic Devices and Software:  Ability to use a personal computer, Microsoft Office software, printers, and typical office equipment.

Contact with Students:  Frequent

Contact with Faculty and/or Staff:   Frequent

Contact with Community and Vendors: Frequent

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Position may be required to work flexible hours particularly given the need to support students’ or stakeholders’ extended hours of operation and may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.  Applicants for this position are subject to a background check and a criminal history review.

Equal Employment Opportunity - University of Massachusetts Global is committed to providing an educational and work environment free of unlawful discrimination and harassment in any form. UMass Global prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of  age, race (including hairstyle/texture, protective hairstyles, braids, locks, and twists), color, religion (including religious observance, belief, practice dress and grooming practices), citizenship, pregnancy (including temporary physical or mental limitations related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), sex, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, legally-protected medical condition, military (past, present or prospective) status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by local, State or Federal law.

Reasonable Accommodation – UMass Global provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the recruitment department at recruiting@umassglobal.edu.