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Form of workLicensure Specialist and Placement Coordinator; Instructor of Teacher Education
Position Overview
Department – Education
Supervisor – Associate Dean of Education
Benefits – Eligible
Status – Full Time
About Bushnell University
Founded in 1895, Bushnell University provides a holistic Christian education, fostering wisdom, faith, and service in its students. In joining the staff here, you will be part of an academic community that seeks to cultivate your faith while you make a difference in the lives of our students. Bushnell is the largest private university in Eugene’s vibrant university district, which also includes the University of Oregon. Eugene is a college town small enough to know your neighbors and large enough to offer fantastic arts, entertainment, dining, healthcare, and educational opportunities. It is also an ideal place to enjoy the beautiful Pacific Northwest, being just one hour from the Oregon Coast, one hour from the Cascade Mountains, and less than two hours from Portland and the Columbia River Gorge.
Department – Education
Supervisor – Associate Dean of Education
Benefits – Eligible
Status – Full Time
About Bushnell University
Founded in 1895, Bushnell University provides a holistic Christian education, fostering wisdom, faith, and service in its students. In joining the staff here, you will be part of an academic community that seeks to cultivate your faith while you make a difference in the lives of our students. Bushnell is the largest private university in Eugene’s vibrant university district, which also includes the University of Oregon. Eugene is a college town small enough to know your neighbors and large enough to offer fantastic arts, entertainment, dining, healthcare, and educational opportunities. It is also an ideal place to enjoy the beautiful Pacific Northwest, being just one hour from the Oregon Coast, one hour from the Cascade Mountains, and less than two hours from Portland and the Columbia River Gorge.
Job Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the Associate Dean of the School of Education, the Field Placement Coordinator and Licensure Specialist will work with school districts and Bushnell students to place candidates out in the field for practicum experiences. In addition, the employee will prepare all documents for licensure to recommend candidates to TSPC. The individual should have a strong competence for Teacher Education and licensure processes. Effective interpersonal and communication skills and the desire to support the mission of Bushnell University are paramount in this position. Position requires a strong commitment to multiculturalism and diversity and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
The person in this position will also be assigned to teach nine credit hours of coursework in the undergraduate program for initial licensure and/or the graduate program providing quality instruction in face-to-face, online, and hybrid modes of delivery. Within the nine credits will be Field Supervisory responsibilities supporting teacher candidates in their field placements. In addition, the candidate will engage in service activities related to the University and the professional community commensurate with the position of a faculty member.
Position Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide a solid role model of wisdom, faith, and service; model ethical leadership while fostering academics and professionalism with stakeholders
- Follow the current Employee Handbook policies and procedures as they pertain to staff roles and responsibilities
- Interact with University departments, as required and/or needed
- Fulfill other duties as assigned by supervisor
Specific to this Position:
- Communicate with school district personnel to coordinate placements for Bushnell candidates enrolled in a practicum experience
- Prepare and maintain necessary documents for licensure recommendation with TSPC, including the coordination of all candidate field placement paperwork; track candidate progress for all licensure requirements; follow up with candidates to ensure licensure requirements are met
- Create and maintain candidate education files for current and historical purposes
- Work with the Academic Advisor for collaboration of field placements and academic plans for candidates
- Maintain continuous attention to effective communication with all K-12 stakeholders; respond to phone calls and emails from candidates and/or district and school personnel regarding placements and/or licensure in a timely manner
- Actively participate in the growth and marketing of the School of Education programs, including the forming and fostering of relationships with candidates, colleagues, completers, and community partners, where appropriate
- Under the direction of the Associate Dean of Education, plan, prepare, and facilitate practicum-related orientations for candidates and Field Supervisors
- Assist with admissions to the School of Education
- Under the direction of the Associate Dean, develop and main current field placement packets and manuals
- Under the direction of the Associate Dean of Education, draft and file annual Title 2 Reports
- Assist the Associate Dean of Education with annual state and national accreditation reporting
- Communicate and understand processes and procedures as they relate to the School of Education and other departments within the faculty realm
- Coordinate all student field placement paperwork
- Collect data and prepare reports and surveys
- Attend all program events and required meetings
- Ensure compliance of program with TSPC regulations under advisement of Associate Dean of Teacher Education
- Assist candidate and faculty with questions concerning TSPC licensure, file PCRs, and ensure candidate background clearance and Civil Rights modules are complete
- Be familiar with the Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) to meet legal requirements and develop additional endorsements for Teacher Education
- Attend statewide meetings held by TSPC, Educator Preparation Programs (EEPs), edTPA, NES, and other licensure related agencies
- May serve as the edTPA Coordinator, as assigned by the Associate Dean of Education
- Monitor and document candidate completion of all licensure requirements
- Maintain a resource and submission platform in BeaconLearning for all required practicum documents, content knowledge exams (ORELA), and performance assessments (edTPA)
- Under the direction of the Associate Dean of Education, plan and facilitate Field Supervisor meetings
- Assist and guide Field Supervisors, Cooperating Teachers and candidates with concerns, questions, processes and/or procedures
- Provide a solid model of ethical leadership while fostering academics and professionalism with candidates
- Meet regularly with the Associate Dean of Education to ensure operation of programs
- Provide specialized administrative support to Associate Dean of Education and to the department
- Attend all regular and special faculty meetings
- Submit updated course syllabi each semester to the office of the VPAA for each course taught
- Complete embedded course assessment and/or program assessment activities in the departments data system
- Facilitate the evaluation of each of your classes each semester and contribute to the evaluation of the curriculum and instruction ensuring the delivery of quality academic programs
- Follow the current Faculty Handbook as it pertains to faculty roles and responsibilities
- Interact with the Registrar’s office in transcript evaluation and recording of student progress, as required
- Actively participate in marketing of the programs as well as forming partnerships with colleagues and students where appropriate
- Other duties as assigned
Experience and Qualification Requirements:
- Master’s Degree required in teaching/education
- Knowledge of the PK-12 school curriculum, state standards, and research based best practices is a must
- Project a positive and enthusiastic personality in all interactions with students and school/district personnel
- Detail-oriented and provide the organizational skills to maintain documents necessary for state licensure and careful tracking of candidate field placements
- Familiar with state teacher licensure requirements is preferred
- Identify with, and support, the Bushnell Theological Context for Community statement
- Ability to utilize Windows and Microsoft-based software including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
- Experience utilizing e-mail for the purposes of organizational communications
- Listening skills and the ability to speak and write clearly are essential to the position
- Individual must possess exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Working Conditions/Special Requirements:
- Bushnell seeks candidates who demonstrate a vibrant and maturing Christian faith. Application materials will include a personal statement that addresses:
- how a maturing Christian faith finds expression in the candidate’s personal life, family life, community life, and current church membership;
- how the candidate integrates faith into his/her profession and routine working day; and
- the candidate’s understanding of and ability to support Bushnell’s Theological Context for Community statement.
- The applicant’s list of references should include the applicant’s pastor or another appropriate church leader who is able to address the applicant’s faith background.
- The position requires a strong commitment to multiculturalism and diversity.
- The position requires working in a non-smoking, drug-free environment.
- The employee must adhere to FERPA guidelines and student confidentiality at all times.
- The employee must have high personal motivation, with great attention to detail and accuracy, project a positive and vibrant attitude in assisting people, and have high ethics of honesty and confidentiality with a genuine and gracious presence pertaining to the students, faculty, staff, and business of the department and the University.
- This position description is subject to change at any time.
- This position may require occasional evening hours.
- This position may require lifting up to 25 lbs., as well as bending, stooping, and kneeling.
Application Instructions:
For consideration, please complete and submit all five of the following:
For consideration, please complete and submit all five of the following:
- Cover letter addressing skills, experience, and knowledge
- CV/Resume
- Personal Statement of Faith that clearly addresses all three of the sections below:
- Section 1: how a maturing Christian faith finds expression in the candidate’s personal life, family life, community life, and current church membership;
- Section 2: how the candidate integrates faith into his/her academic discipline, both inside and outside the classroom; and
- Section 3: the candidate’s understanding of and ability to support Bushnell’s Theological Context for Community statement.
- Contact information for three references, preferably including the applicant’s pastor or other appropriate church leader who is able to address the applicant’s faith background.
- Official Transcripts. (Unofficial transcripts can be submitted with the application packet, but official transcripts will be required in the event an applicant is invited to interview with Bushnell.)
Please note: Incomplete application packets may result in disqualification. Final candidate will be required to undergo a criminal background investigation.
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