Program Director of Educator Preparation Clinical Initiatives

** Job Title
** Program Director of Educator Preparation Clinical Initiatives
** Agency
* * East Texas A&M University
** Department
* * Dean Education
** Proposed Minimum Salary
** Commensurate
* * Job Location
** Dallas, Texas
** Job Type
** Staff
* * Job Description
**** INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:
** During the application process the *“My Experience*” page has a section provided “
* Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.)*” to upload required documents.
* Use the Upload button to add each document.
* You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB.
* All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered.
* Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration.
* Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document, instead please email HR for help.
** Please provide the following documents**:
* Cover Letter
* Resume/CV
* Three professional references with complete contact information *(Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
** Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required upon acceptance of verbal offer).

* If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.
* If you need assistance, please contact us ing
*** A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.
****** In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.
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* SUMMARY:

** The Program Director of Educator Preparation Clinical Initiatives, under general supervision, coordinates and supports clinical experience initiatives within educator preparation programs. The position serves as the primary liaison among school district partners, the Office of Educator Certification, the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, and other stakeholders to facilitate clinical placements, support mentor teacher and supervisor development, monitor candidate progress, and collect data to support continuous program improvement.

This position will be primarily located at the Dallas location with occasional travel to the main campus.

This position is grant funded through 08/31/2029. Continued employment is contingent upon funding renewal.
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* DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

*** Oversee the coordination of clinical placements for teacher candidates with school districts and educational partners across the state.
* Serve as the primary point of contact for school district personnel regarding clinical experiences, placements, and partnership activities.
* Coordinate and oversee training and support for mentor teachers and university field supervisors to ensure effective supervision of teacher candidates.
* Serve as a liaison between the Office of Educator Certification and school districts to facilitate the completion and submission…