Director of Clinical Practice

George Fox University•Newberg, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

George Fox University announces a Director of Clinical Practice position in College of Education. This full-time position will involve overseeing the critical work of supporting teacher and administrative licensure candidates as they navigate their training into the profession. This individual, who should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a commitment to fostering the growth of future educators, will lead a small but impactful team while simultaneously interfacing with school districts, faculty, staff, and community members to support the continuous improvement of the learning ecosystem. About the Job: George Fox University, a Christ-centered community, prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Professors teach all truth as God's truth, integrating all fields of learning around the person and work of Jesus Christ, bringing the divine revelations through sense, reason, and intuition to the confirming test of Scripture. As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities.

Requirements

Master's Degree in a relevant field.
Experience as a classroom teacher and/or building administrator.
A current Oregon Teacher or Administrator License.
Strong computer and organizational skills.
Working knowledge of Word/Google Docs, Excel/Google Sheets.
Ability to learn new programs/applications.
Ability to manage several different tasks concurrently.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Service oriented approach, with a focus on support and mentorship.
Legal authorization to work in the United States.
This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply.
A commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity .
A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church.
In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Responsibilities

Directing Clinical Placement Operations.
Providing Leadership to the Clinical Practice Office.
Managing University Supervisors to support candidates in the filed.
Fostering District & School Partnerships.
Ensuring Compliance, Licensure & Accreditation responsibilities.
Supporting Candidates in their Placements.
Managing appropriate Systems & Technology.
Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
Other duties as assigned.