Coordinator, Field Placements and Certification

About the role

The Coordinator of Field Placements and Certification manages and supports all aspects of the student teaching experience within the School of Education's Educator Preparation Programs (EPP).

Responsibilities

• Cookbook
• Develop, maintain, and strengthen partnerships with PK-12 schools and districts to secure diverse, high-quality placement sites
• Serve as the primary liaison between the EPP and school-based partners, including principals, cooperating teachers, and district administrators
• Maintain accurate placement records and documentation
• Provide clear, timely communication to candidates regarding placement and certification processes
• Monitor placement quality and serve as a point of contact for troubleshooting candidate and partner concerns
• Collaborate with internal departments (advising, registrar, faculty, etc.) to support candidate success

Requirements

• Ability to work successfully with SOE undergraduate and graduate teacher education students, external school district personnel, and university faculty and staff
• Strong oral and written communication skills, organizational/management skills, interpersonal skills, and project and process management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain detailed records; customer service oriented

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in education and/or 5+ years' experience working in PK-12 education or educator preparation programs
• Experience: P-12 school and/or higher education administrative experience
• Knowledge of NYS teacher certification/licensure requirements and processes
• Familiarity with accreditation standards (e.g., CAEP or state agencies)
• Experience working with data systems or student information systems

Skills

None

Benefits

Manhattanville University also offers a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including tuition remission. For more information regarding benefits, please visit our benefits page: Manhattanville Benefits

Pay

$27.91/hour ($50,796, annual)

Schedule

Full-time hybrid, 35 hours per week