Job Details

Director for Clinical Education and Partnerships

Position Number: 6604909
Location: Kutztown, PA
Position Type: Education - Teacher Education

Director for Clinical Education and Partnerships

Salary: $67,388.00 - $76,177.00 Annually

Location: Kutztown, PA

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 2025-0089

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: Clinical Experience and Partnerships

Closing Date: 10/19/2025

Bargaining Unit: Management

Classification: 170

Job Summary

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania enrolls approximately 7,500 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in a charming rural setting in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, the University is just a 20-minute drive from the metropolitan areas of Allentown/Bethlehem and Reading, and about an hour from the Philadelphia metropolitan area. The University seeks to hire employees with experience working with diverse populations.

Kutztown University invites applications for the position of Director for Clinical Education & Partnerships within the College of Education. The Director plays a vital leadership role in advancing the university's mission of excellence in educator preparation and community engagement. This position oversees the daily operations of the Office of Clinical Education and Partnerships (OCEP), ensuring effective coordination of student clinical placements, maintaining compliance with certification and clearance requirements, and fostering strong partnerships with PK-12 school districts and university stakeholders.

About the Role

Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Clinical Education and Partnerships, the Director plays a critical leadership role in managing, coordinating, and enhancing all aspects of clinical education and field placements for teacher candidates. The Director supports students from admission to certification, maintains compliance with state and institutional requirements, and fosters partnerships that contribute to the success of all stakeholders in the P-20 continuum.

Key responsibilities include:

Oversee all day-to-day operations of OCEP, ensuring high-quality support for teacher candidates, faculty, mentor teachers, and school leaders
Manage candidate clearances, medical documentation, and placement eligibility in accordance with Pennsylvania Department of Education guidelines
Coordinate student teaching and clinical placements; forecast placement needs in collaboration with academic departments and school partners
Design and facilitate professional learning for teacher candidates, mentor teachers, and university supervisors
Support student and mentor teacher events, recruitment efforts, and career preparation through partnerships with university partners and PK-12 school entities
Develop and maintain critical documentation, handbooks, guides, and correspondence related to clinical education
Supervise student workers and maintain office budget, processing payroll and purchase orders
Collect, organize, and report data for accreditation, program improvement, and partnership development
Support conflict resolution and work directly with students and stakeholders when challenges arise in clinical experiences
Build and sustain collaborative relationships across diverse roles including students, faculty, staff, school personnel, and community partners

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in Education or a related field
Minimum 5 years' experience as a certified K-12 educator in the US
Experience supervising or mentoring teacher candidates or new teachers
Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Adobe, and related programs
Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and communities
Evidence of professionalism, continuous learning, and problem-solving in complex educational environments

Preferred Qualifications

Doctoral degree in Education or a related field
Active K-12 instructional certification or licensure (from state department of education within the US)
Experience coordinating clinical experiences or field-based education programs
Experience teaching in teacher preparation programs or in higher education
Experience with coaching, mentoring, or leading professional learning for teachers
Knowledge of PDE certification and clearance requirements
Experience with data collection, analysis, and accreditation reporting (e.g., CAEP, AAQEP)
Experience developing materials, systems, or policies for P-20 student success initiatives
Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams (faculty, staff, administrators, school leaders)

Supplemental Information

Applications & resumes will be accepted until the position is filled, however; to ensure full consideration, application materials should be received no later than the end of day on October 19, 2025.

The starting salary range for this position is $67,388.00 - $76,177.00.

All applications for this position must be submitted via our online application/resume system ONLY. Please do not fax, mail, or e-mail any documentation.

Successful interviews, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions.

The University is very interested in hiring employees who have had extensive experience with diverse populations.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Kutztown University does not discriminate in employment or educational opportunities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. To discuss a complaint of discrimination, please contact the Office of Social Equity, Old Main A-Wing, Room 02, by phone at 610-683-4700 or by e-mail at pena@kutztown.edu. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Kutztown University does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, including admissions and employment. Any inquiries regarding the application of Title IX at Kutztown University may be made to Bradley Davis, the University's Title IX Coordinator, located in Old Main A-Wing, Room 02A, by phone at 610-683-4782 or by email at titleix@kutztown.edu, or the Office for Civil Rights located in the Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg., 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100, by phone at 800-421-3481 (TDD: 800-877-8339), by fax at 202-453-6012, or by e-mail at OCR@ed.gov. Kutztown University's Sexual Misconduct, Anti-Discrimination, and Anti-Harassment policies can be found in The Key student handbook or online at https://www.kutztown.edu/about-ku/administrative-offices/social-equity.html.

Notice of availability of the Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report

The Annual Security Report and the Annual Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for Kutztown University, isavailable online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing the KU Clery Compliance Coordinator at clery@kutztown.edu.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/kutztownedu/jobs/5095432/director-for-clinical-education-and-partnerships

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