Coordinator, Education Clinical Placement

Eastern Kentucky University • Richmond, VA

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Coordinator, Education Clinical Placement serves as the primary liaison between schools and teachers and the Professional Education Services Office in the College of Education and Applied Human Sciences for students enrolled in education programs. The coordinator contacts districts to develop MOAs and works with schools and teachers in students’ preferred districts to identify teachers willing to host EKU teacher candidates. Contact occurs through email, phone, and school visits to build and maintain these relationships.

The role provides administrative support requiring familiarity with local schools and districts, as well as state and national regulations related to clinical placements. It requires partnership and communication with faculty, staff, and students, along with the ability to work independently. Work is monitored by the immediate supervisor. The coordinator prioritizes and organizes work to support the Director of Professional Education Services.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• One year of experience.
• Teaching certification.
• Ability to communicate and work in partnership with faculty, staff, and students, as well as independently.
• Ability to prioritize and organize work.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Three years of experience in a K-12 school setting.

Responsibilities

• Contact districts, schools, and teachers to arrange placements for online and traditional undergraduate clinical courses.
• Notify students after their placements are completed.
• Secure MOAs with district partners.
• Maintain regular communication with Model Lab School to support quality clinical experiences for Clinical Level 1 and 2 students.
• Review, process, and approve or deny student observation-required documents, including CAN, background, and character and fitness check forms.
• Update EPSB records for each student.
• Coordinate with the Verified Credentials team to oversee the credentialing process.
• Create and provide informational materials and resources for clinical students and course instructors about requirements, processes, and expectations.
• Assist with events each semester and perform other assigned duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level