Field Supervisors

Job Summary

Field Supervisors play a vital role in preparing the next generation of professional school counselors. In this role, you will mentor, coach, observe, and support candidates enrolled in the School Counseling Educator Preparation Program (EPP) practicum and internship courses at Lamar University. Field Supervisors partner with candidates, site supervisors, and university faculty to help bridge theory and real-world school counseling practice. Through observation, reflective conferencing, and ongoing formative feedback, Field Supervisors support candidates as they develop professional identity, ethical judgment, and readiness for independent practice in Texas schools.

Supervision activities are conducted in alignment with Texas Education Agency (TEA) and State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) requirements and under the guidance of the Lamar University School Counseling EPP. Field Supervisors serve as trusted mentors and professional liaisons between the university and school sites, contributing meaningful evaluative information that supports candidate growth and informs program decisions related to certification readiness.

This role is ideal for experienced school counselors who value mentorship, professional development, and contributing to the preparation of future colleagues in the field.

Essential Job Functions

• Conduct required observation activities, including: A minimum of three (3) informal observations per semester, each approximately fifteen (15) minutes in duration; Formal observations as required by the EPP
• Conduct individual pre-conference meetings with the candidate prior to each observation
• Conduct post-conference meetings following each observation to review performance and provide targeted feedback
• Provide timely, specific verbal and written feedback addressing observable counseling skills and professional behaviors
• Document all observations, conferences, and communications with candidates and site supervisors in the university’s designated online system
• Share relevant materials, guidance, and resources with candidates and site supervisors as appropriate
• Maintain confidentiality of candidate, student, and school information in compliance with FERPA, university policy, and professional ethical standards
• Participate in additional training or calibration meetings with the Lead Field Supervisor or EPP as required during the course term
• Contribute to evaluation processes and certification recommendations in accordance with EPP and TEA requirements
• Post a welcome letter and contact information for assigned candidates in Blackboard
• Initiate contact with each assigned candidate within the first two (2) weeks of the assignment start date
• Establish initial contact with the site supervisor to support candidate growth and role clarity
• Collaborate with the candidate and site supervisor throughout the practicum or internship experience
• Obtain and maintain accurate contact information for the site supervisor, campus principal, and placement site