Site Coordinator-Ed Prep

University of North Texas System • Denton, TX

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Site Coordinator-Ed Prep supports the supervision, success, and retention of teacher candidates during clinical and residency field experiences. The role ensures implementation of program requirements, coordinates compliance-driven field activities, and supports state certification. It conducts observations, leads required meetings and trainings, supports candidate development, and serves as a liaison between the university and school districts.

The Educator Preparation Program at UNT prepares future teachers through progressively field-based learning environments. Teacher candidate preparation culminates in a supervised clinical teaching semester in EC-12 classrooms in area public schools. The College of Education Clinical Practice Office supports this work through partnerships with districts, school teachers, and administrators, providing field-based preparation opportunities for undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students seeking initial teacher certification.

The position is based at the University of North Texas in Denton and has a hybrid work schedule, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The role is security sensitive. No adverse environmental conditions are expected, and the position does not require driving a university vehicle.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in a relevant education field.
• At least 3 years of successful EC-12 classroom teaching experience in Texas.
• Experience supervising teacher candidates.
• Must currently hold, or be willing to renew, a valid Texas teaching certificate and Texas principal certification.
• Skill in managing own time and the time of others.
• Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build strategic relationships with colleagues, coworkers, constituents, and volunteers.
• Ability to work successfully as a team member and independently with moderate supervision.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, statutes, regulations, codes, and standards related to the area of responsibility.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of experience as a Texas Administrator.
• Proficiency, or the ability to quickly gain proficiency, in Microsoft Office, email, and learning management systems such as Canvas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct required field supervision and evaluation of teacher candidates in clinical and residency placements, including informal and formal observations across fall and spring semesters, ensuring compliance with TAC and EPP requirements.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and targeted support to teacher candidates to promote professional growth, retention, and successful completion of certification requirements.
• Coordinate and lead required meetings and trainings, including host teacher orientations, triad/quad meetings, and governance meetings with district partners.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the university and school district partners, addressing field-based concerns, supporting host teachers, and ensuring clear communication and alignment of expectations.
• Collaborate with the Director of Clinical Experiences and program leadership through regular check-ins to monitor candidate progress and address performance or placement issues.
• Attend required educator preparation trainings and program meetings to maintain qualification, alignment with state standards, and consistency of supervision practice.
• Support candidate development activities, including test preparation sessions, clinical seminars, and campus-based programming as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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