"Director of Field Placement and Licensure"

Director of Field Placement and Licensure

Company: Framingham State University

Job Location: Framingham, 01701

Category: Career Development and Services

Type: Full-Time

Company Description: Framingham State University was founded in 1839 for a singular purpose - meeting a public need to promote the public good. At our founding as the nation's first public normal school, that need was for comprehensively educated public school teachers who would, in turn, promote an educated citizenry. FSU continues to offer exceptional teacher education programs, and while we are proud of our roots as a teachers' college, we have grown far beyond them. Public need continues to evolve, and FSU right along with it. Our students and alumni are making waves in the fashion industry, designing nutrition plans for professional athletes, writing for major media and news organizations, working for Fortune 500 companies right here in Framingham, and so much more. FSU is a proudly public and truly transformative institution offering accessible, affordable educational opportunities that integrate an academically challenging liberal arts education with workforce preparation programs in a highly personalized teaching environment. Our programs have expanded, but our purpose and commitment to public education for the public good remain steadfast.

FSU currently enrolls about 3,000 undergraduate and 1,200 graduate and professional students, offers 60 undergraduate and graduate programs in the arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, and professional fields, and enrolls 48% BIPOC students and 54% first-generation college students in our undergraduate programs. We are deeply committed to inclusive excellence and strive to promote a culture of equity and antiracism. This commitment has earned FSU seven Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Awards from INSIGHT Into Diversity and led to our recognition in the 2024 Great Colleges to Work For program. We encourage applications from those who share our commitment to promoting a diverse, welcoming, and inclusive community.

FSU is ideally situated between Boston and Worcester on land originally stewarded by the Nipmuc people for thousands of years. FSU and the surrounding area are steeped in history, achievement, and innovation and provide access to urban hotspots, verdant landscapes, natural and cultural amenities, and diverse communities.

Our founding motto, LIVE TO THE TRUTH, was said at the end of each class by beloved first principal, Cyrus Peirce, who sought to discover and teach "truth in theory and principle...truth in spirit and motive...truth in manner and form...truth intellectual and truth moral." Early leaders found this motto "speaks of sincerity of spirit...of intensity of effort, of resolution to succeed, of joy in achievement." LIVE TO THE TRUTH aptly reflects our past and our pledge for the future as it continues to guide our institution in practice and endeavor. If you share in this quest for truth and a commitment to living it fully, make the next chapter of your career the best chapter at Framingham State University.

Learn more about our career opportunities at www.framingham.edu/careers.

Job Description:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: FSU invites applications from candidates with experience overseeing and managing the logistical and administrative aspects of student pre- and practicum placements for the following Initial licensure programs: Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary/Subject [Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, English, History, Math, World Languages, Visual Art], Moderate Disabilities and English as a Second Language. The Director's role involves coordinating with various stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, public school administrators, and supervising practitioners, to secure, maintain, and evaluate placement sites. The director also manages and coordinates the process of educator licensure, accreditation, and reporting, ensuring compliance with regulations and state policies, and manages the collection and submission of data for program review. This is a twelve-month administrative position.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Dean, College of Education

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Field Placement Coordinator

EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Director of Field Placement and Licensure is responsible for identifying, developing, and maintaining relationships with potential field placement sites and preceptors. This would include communicating with district human resource offices and school principals or their designees at area public schools and participating in school partnership meetings and activities as appropriate. The Director leads the Professional Standards Committee to review and discuss applicants for the upcoming semester, as well as those enrolled in field experiences. In conjunction with the Field Placement Coordinator, the Director works with selected faculty and staff to understand students' interests and goals, and then matches students with suitable field placements. Working with the Field Placement Coordinator, the Director will communicate with candidates regarding application deadlines, requirements for upcoming field experiences, related questions and problems, registration information, field experience orientation, field experience instructions, background check and fingerprinting information, and instructions. The Director will develop and maintain all field experience-related documents, with the assistance of the Field Placement Coordinator. The Director provides support and guidance to students, supervising practitioners, and program supervisors throughout the placement and practicum process, as well as licensure procedures and compliance. The Director organizes and facilitates orientations, workshops, and other events related to field placements for students, program supervisors, and supervising practitioners. In collaboration with the Data Management and Candidate Assessment of Performance (CAP) Coordinator, the Director manages and analyzes data related to licensure programs and ensures accurate and timely completion of necessary paperwork, reports, and documentation related to placements and licensure.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Earned a master's degree in an education-related field; Seven years of successful teaching and/or administration experience in a public PK-12 school setting; Experience supervising student teachers and/or teaching assistants; Deep understanding of educator licensure, with a minimum of 3 years of experience with field placement and licensure in a PK-12 or higher education setting; Knowledge of Massachusetts' or another state's licensure requirements; Evidence of collaborating with multiple groups/entities, such as local school districts and state education agencies; Data Collection and Analysis Capabilities; Strong Communication, Interpersonal, and Organizational Skills; Demonstrated ability to multitask; Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products and Tools.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with program review and self-study reporting; Experience training supervisors of student teachers; Understanding of Massachusetts Public Schools and Curriculum Frameworks; Experience with the Massachusetts Candidate Assessment of Performance (CAP); Demonstrated ability to work with both traditional and nontraditional college-age students; Experience in leading others strategically for continuous improvement; Experience with grant writing and other resource generation.

Additional Information: This is a full-time, exempt, benefits-eligible position in the Association of Professional Administrators (APA) bargaining unit with a union title of Director. The starting salary range is $83,000-92,000. Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions. Framingham State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, disability status, Veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. Members of underrepresented or minoritized groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to equity, diversity, and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Instructions: Candidates must apply online by submitting: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Equity and Inclusion Statement*, Names and contact information for three (3) professional references (references are not contacted automatically upon submission of application). *The Equity and Inclusion Statement is an opportunity for candidates to discuss professional skills, experience and/or willingness to engage in activities that would enhance the university's efforts to promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Equity and inclusion statements will be considered as part of a transparent and comprehensive review of candidate application materials. For best consideration, please submit application materials by priority application date: September 10, 2025. The review of applications may continue beyond that date and until the position is filled, at the discretion of the search committee. Framingham State University only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you experience technical issues with the online application process, please submit a helpdesk ticket. Framingham State University understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance, please contact the Human Resources Office at 508-626-4530 or humanresources@framingham.edu.