Clinical Placement Specialist

Posting Category: E

Final date to receive applications: 6/26/2026

Salary: $50,000 - $60,000 annually

The Clinical Placement Specialist supports the Teacher Education Program (TEP) by coordinating and overseeing clinical placements for student teachers and Teacher Education candidates across Illinois. This role works directly with TEP students and serves as a liaison between the university and school districts, ensuring appropriate placements and fostering strong partnerships with district administrators. The position plays a vital role in strengthening the school's clinical partnerships, student success, and professional preparation standards.

• Work with the Teacher Education (TEP) lead and clinical personnel and instruct incoming clinical students and student teachers on policies and procedures of field placement within school districts for the Teacher Education Program.
• Build and maintain relationships with TEP students, school district personnel, and administration throughout the state of Illinois and assess appropriate placement of student teachers.
• Monitor student teachers’ clinical progress with evaluations.
• Process and maintain all necessary documentation related to student placements and field experiences.
• Collect and monitor preclinical and clinical documentation and licensure requirements.
• Participate in support meetings and visits to clinical settings when additional support and feedback are necessary.
• Supervise University Supervisors of Student Teachers.
• Work with clinical faculty to oversee and develop online and face-to-face Orientation for field placements and Student Teaching.
• Maintain, edit, and update the Field Placement and Student Teaching Handbooks.
• Recruit, screen, make hiring recommendations, and/or train cooperating teachers in PK-12 settings and University Supervisors.
• Work with the College of Public Affairs & Education Dean’s Office to ensure affiliation agreements are current and reflect University policy.
• Oversee student teacher applications and field experience processes.
• Participate in TEP and Department meetings and initiatives.

• Master’s degree
• Teaching licensure
• Qualtrics or similar data collection experience
• 3-5 years of experience in project coordination in a PK-12 setting
• Exceptional public relations and communication skills
• Exceptional organization skills
• Ability to solve complex problems

• School Administrator licensure
• Possess an understanding/skill in online teaching and learning

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds and identities. The University of Illinois System does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted to UIS HR at hr employment or call .