Director of Field Placement
About The Position
The School of Education invites applications for a full-time Director of Field Placement to begin July/August 2026. We seek a dynamic individual to serve as the University’s primary point of contact for all teacher certification program activities that require a supervised field experience. The Director works to ensure that placements are in compliance with state regulations and program requirements. This role involves performing all of the duties of the field placement office and acts as a clearinghouse for information on field placement processes for students and faculty. All employees are expected to understand the mission of Catholic higher education and to support the core values, mission, goals and objectives of Holy Family University.
Requirements
- Masters in Education or a related field.
- Five (5) or more years in higher education or K-12 administration.
- Five (5) or more years as a classroom teacher.
- Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic Social Teaching
Nice To Haves
- Three (3) or more years experience in field placement, either on the higher education or placement side
- PDE State Teacher Certification
- Proficiency with instructional technology
- History of participating in LEA/IHE partnerships
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and oversee all functions related to the field placement of students for both practicum and student teaching.
- Supervision and Training of Field Supervisors
- Program and Information Management for all Areas of Field Placement
- Organize Orientations and Plan Meetings and Events for Student Teachers
- Foster academic excellence in the classroom
Benefits
- medical
- prescription
- dental
- vision
- Commuter Benefits: Transit and park benefits through pre-tax payroll deductions
- Half-Day Fridays: Enjoy half day Fridays in the summer
- 403(b) Retirement: Discretionary match up to 5%; vested immediately
- Time Off: 12 Paid Holidays, Vacation, Personal, Sick Days and a week off for Winter Break
- Tuition Benefits: Employees or dependents pursuing a first Undergraduate Degree receive 100% tuition remission; employees pursuing a first Master’s or Doctoral degree, receive 100% tuition remission; eligible dependents pursuing a first Master’s or Doctoral degree, receive 50% tuition discount.
- Alpha House: 50% Discount for Nursery, Pre-K and Kindergarten
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
