Clinical Coordinator, School of Education (Temporary) (CA Only)

About the role

The Clinical Coordinator, School of Education is the liaison for the University and school districts for placing credential candidates in clinical settings. The Clinical Coordinator oversees and maintains the University Clinical Supervisors assignments. In coordination with the Assistant Director of Clinical Practice, the Clinical Coordinator will arrange and be the leader in arranging, developing, and delivering fieldwork orientations for education credential candidates. The Clinical Coordinator 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.

Position Duties And Responsibilities

• Liaison with local school districts.
• Identify and contact schools/districts to place student teachers and other education credential candidates, in accordance with CTC requirements.
• 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.
• 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.
• Counsel and develop action plans for candidates who are experiencing difficulty in fieldwork.
• Notify the Assistant 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.

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

The hiring range for this position is $24.00 - $28.90 per hour.

Benefits And Perks

• Work-Life Balance: Remote options, flexible schedules, generous time off, including paid holidays.
• Retirement: 403(b) plan with a Roth option. 3% non-elective contribution and up to 6% match for a 9% total employer contribution!
• Education: Tuition discounts
• Equal Employment Opportunity – UMass Global is committed to providing an educational and work environment free of unlawful discrimination and harassment in any form.
• 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.