Field Placement Coordinator

Field Placement Coordinator

The Field Placement Coordinator works cooperatively with the Director of Field Placement to ensure compliance with institutional, district, and state requirements related to practicum, internship, and student teaching placements. The Coordinator helps to develop and maintain partnerships with school districts, oversees placement operations, manages field placement personnel, and ensures candidates receive high-quality clinical experiences that support program outcomes and professional standards.

Field Placement Coordination Oversee the placement of teacher candidates in practicum and student teaching experiences. Establish and maintain Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) and partnership agreements with school districts. Verify placement eligibility requirements, including mentor teacher qualifications and certification status. Monitor placement quality and alignment with program requirements. Resolve placement issues and concerns as they arise. Compliance and Record Management Maintain accurate records related to placements, field hours, evaluations, and required documentation.

Monitor candidate completion of field experience requirements and documents. Coordinate reporting and data collection for accreditation, assessment, and state reporting purposes. Implement quality assurance measures to ensure integrity of field experience documentation. Communication and Partnership Development Cultivate relationships with school district administrators, principals, and cooperating teachers. Represent the institution at district meetings and partnership events. Coordinate orientation and training for candidates, supervisors, and mentor teachers.

Other Responsibilities Assist with recruitment, retention, and candidate support initiatives. Perform other duties related to field experiences as assigned.

Required Qualifications Master's degree in the field of Education. Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching experience in a public P-12 school setting. Knowledge of Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) certification requirements and educator preparation regulations. Ability to develop and maintain effective partnerships with school district personnel, faculty, candidates, and other stakeholders. Strong organizational, communication, and technology skills. Experience managing multiple projects and maintaining detailed records.

Institutional Values Commitment to Excellence:
Prioritize high standards in all endeavors, striving for distinction in education, research, and community engagement. Student Success:
Focus on enhancing regional workforce by effectively preparing students for successful careers, thereby ensuring a substantial return on their educational investment. Innovation and Creativity:
Encourage creative thinking and innovative solutions, driving progress and adapting to the evolving needs of our society and the wider world. Belonging:
Embrace and celebrate multiple perspectives, fostering an environment that enriches learning and promotes respect and understanding.

Equal Employment Opportunity Gordon State College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of Gordon State College to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev.

Proc. 75-50). For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please email the Gordon State College Office of Human Resources ividuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

This is a part time, non-benefited position working up to 19 hours per week.