Manager of Field Placements Supervision and Licensure

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Manager of Field Placements, Supervision, and Licensure
Department:
Education
Position:
12-month contract with complete benefit package
Salary:
$40,000
Union Affiliation:
None
Description
All field experience participants in the UMW Division of Education
All supervised teaching candidates in the UMW Division of Education
All university supervisors for the UMW Division of Education
All P-12 mentor teachers for the UMW Division of Education
Responsibilities
Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.
Coordinate all Education field placements
Facilitate the licensure process
Serve as instructor of record for all sections of student teaching
Provide support and information to students preparing for and during supervised teaching
Secure excellent field placements through impeccable communication with school partners
Identify and train university supervisors and ECE coaches
Track evaluation data for students in the field
Communicate all licensing requirements and changes to teacher candidates and Education faculty
Facilitates field experience aims, procedures, and policies in conjunction with field experience personnel across UMW programs
Guide compliance with accreditation standards, as well as MUS and UMW policies as they apply to field experience
Coordinate support and remediation for students experiencing difficulties in the field through the Student Review and Support Committee
Write and monitor partnership agreements with school partners, both in Montana and out of state
Work closely with school partners to create mutually beneficial solutions to teacher shortages
Co-instructor (1 credit) for EDU 494A: Teacher Work Sample
Participate in workgroups for grading the UMW Education Division Teacher Work Sample
Oversee supervised teaching budget
Serve as University Supervisor for two student teachers per semester
Approve all supervision-related travel and expenses
Support students in registering and preparing for licensure exams
Assist in the development of UMW procedures and policies surrounding candidate assessment and program progression
Represent UMW on the PRAXIS Working Committee
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Education
Three or more years of successful teaching in K-12 schools
Excellent communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to work well with students and faculty
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Education
Holds a valid teaching license
Strong working understanding of the K-12 school systems of Montana and/or other states
Team oriented
Ability to problem solve quickly
Ability to be flexible and responsive
Committed to academic excellence, continuous improvement, equity, diversity, and inclusive practices
DOJ background check training
Office of Public Instruction teacher licensure training
ETS management system for PRAXIS exams
The University & Dillon Area
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Western is a dynamic, innovative, undergraduate university with over 65 full-time faculty and 1,300 students. It is located in Dillon, Montana in the scenic Rocky Mountains and has been awarded numerous top national rankings for delivering high quality, affordable education.
Montana Western is the only public four-year college in the nation offering
Experience One (X1),
experiential learning delivered on the block schedule. Class sizes are small and students take a single course at a time, three hours each day for 18 days, before moving on to the next course. Each course is four credits and four blocks are offered each semester. The block schedule facilitates field and lab work, undergraduate research, study travel, and interdisciplinary teaching. Montana Western’s faculty strongly believe in mentoring and inspiring students, and assisting them in the transition from university life to professional careers.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Western is an integral part of the Dillon Community. With a population of 5,000 people, Dillon is known for outstanding public schools, safe environments, recreational opportunities, and an excellent quality of life.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Western is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from qualified women, minorities, veterans and people with disabilities.
Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment
In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference
Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References:
References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing:
Individual hiring departments at UMW may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility:
All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UMW, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).
Application
Review of applications will begin immediately, but will remain open until the position is filled.
A complete application Includes:
Letter of Interest
– addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable.
Detailed Resume
– listing education and describing work experience.
Professional References
– names and contact information for three (3) professional references.
Job Location
Dillon, Montana, United States

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