The mission of The University of Bridgeport is to promote
academic excellence, personal responsibility, and commitment to
service. Distinctive curricula in an international, culturally
diverse supportive learning environment prepare graduates for life
and leadership in an increasingly interconnected world.
Position Description Summary/Purpose :
The Coordinator of Clinical Practice and Student Services maintains
and builds strong relationships with students, site supervisors and
administrators; fulfills responsibilities of the position; ensures
regulatory compliance in all clinical areas; and participates in
University and community service.
Key Responsibilities
(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended
only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be
performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not
exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a
logical assignment to the position.)
Student Advising and Support
- Advise students on academic and program requirements and
provide support with course- and faculty-related concerns.
Collaborate with university offices regarding student
accommodation, dispositions, certification requirements, and other
student needs.
Support students in lesson and unit planning, assessment,
instructional strategies, and preparation for clinical
experiences.
Provide ongoing guidance and problem-solving support to
students throughout clinical placements including but not limited
to scheduling conflicts, grading conflicts, and transcript and
bursar issues.
Collaborate with the Certification officer and the Registrar to
certify candidates for graduation.
Clinical Practice and Placements
- Schedule courses for multiple locations for spring, summer and
fall semesters.
- Collaborate with school districts and clinical partners to
identify and confirm appropriate placements, including specialized
or multiple placements when required.
- Recruit, interview, contract, orient, and support clinical
supervisors based on program needs.
- Organize and administer enrollment resolution for each course
during each registration period.
- Facilitate supervisor meetings and coordinate communication
regarding student progress, evaluations, program expectations, and
clinical placement concerns.
- Coordinate student teaching and clinical practice processes,
including applications, eligibility review, placements, and
required documentation.
- Support supervisors with assessment systems and technology, and
maintain required records including but not limited to student,
placement, and evaluation records.
- Maintain the Clinical Practice Student Teacher Handbook, and
clearly communicate program requirements and expectations to
students and partners.
Orientations, Workshops, and Seminars
- Plan and facilitate student teaching orientations, pre-service
workshops, and seminars.
- Provide programming on clinical practice expectations,
instructional strategies, technology, special education,
assessment, and related topics.
- Monitor student progress and support completion of required
assessments, portfolios, and other clinical practice
requirements.
Assessment and Program Administration
- Monitor completion of student teaching and field-experience
assessments and requirements.
- Assess program and effectively use data to inform programmatic
decisions.
- Collaborate with program leadership, faculty, university
offices, and school partners to support effective delivery of
clinical practice and student services.
- Provide information and reports to leadership and university
committees as requested.
- Assist with policy and procedure updates.
- Ensure student compliance with background checks, state
certification requirements, and institutional accreditation
standards.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree or higher in Education or a related field.
- A minimum of five years of experience teaching in public or
private schools.
- Current Certification in Education.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with educator program approval or educator
licensing.
- Demonstrated successful teamwork and conflict resolution.
- Knowledge of current trends and practices in the field.
- Demonstrated ability in MS Office programs and Internet
applications.
Full-Time Employee Benefits:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- 401k employer match
- Employee & dependent life insurance
- Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse &
dependents
- PTO program
- Flexible work schedules / work from home opportunities
(This job description does not constitute an employment
agreement between The University of Bridgeport and employee. It is
used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by
the University as the needs of the University and requirements of
the job change.)
The University of Bridgeport provides equal employment
opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age,
disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status
as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state,
and local laws. The University of Bridgeport complies with
applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in
employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment,
including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion,
termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence,
compensation, and training.
