Director of The Teachers College Field Placement and Licensure

The Director of The Teachers College Office of Field Placement and Licensure at Emporia State University is a year-round, salaried, administrative position located in Emporia, Kansas. The Director reports to the Associate Dean of the Teachers College. The anticipated start date is January 2022.

 

Job Responsibilities:

Primary responsibilities may include:

● Supervise all staff in the Office of Field Placement and Licensure.

● Direct all aspects of field placement, including but not limited to student teaching and other school-related field-based experiences. This includes data collection associated with assessments, preparing and implementing performance contracts, conducting disclosure interviews, and other similar tasks associated with field placements.

● Direct the Restricted Licensure Program.

● Collaborate with academic departments within and outside of The Teachers College regarding initial and advanced teacher education candidates.

● Serve on various department, college, and partner committees, including the Council for Teacher Education, Emporia Teachers Council, and Academic Leadership Council.

● Manage and maintain the Kansas Higher Education Professional Development Council (KHEPDC) for ESU licensed faculty/staff for license renewals.

 

Qualifications:

● Doctorate in a field directly related to teacher educator preparation preferred; master’s degree considered. Individual should have P-12 teaching experience and hold (or have held) a teaching license/certificate in a P-12 related subject.

● Collaborative individual with good communication and organizational skills

● Strong leadership skills

 

How to Apply:

To apply, upload a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, and contact information (name, email, and phone number) for three professional references to https://bit.ly/303UjK0. Review of application materials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. A background check is required for this position. Questions may be directed to Bethanie O’Dell, Search Chair, at bodell1@emporia.edu or 620-341-5402.

 

Emporia State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, sex, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other factors which cannot be considered by law.