Code
5235
PCLS
N3049
Pay Grade
200
Exempt
Yes
ORP
No
EEO Code
3
Title
Director, Clinical Teaching and Innovation
Description

Responsible for managing the operation of clinical teaching, including providing professional development, training, supervision, and support for teacher candidates, clinical teachers, faculty, cooperating teachers, and university field supervisors (UFS).

Examples

Supports and serves as a liaison between school districts and cooperating teachers. Supervises clinical teachers and UFS. Oversees and maintains Texas Education Agency (TEA) clinical teaching and field experience requirements and documentation. Works with Educator Preparation and Assessment Manager to ensure TEA compliance, including securing and verifying clinical teaching placements, cooperating teacher/UFS credentials, and other clinical teaching TEA evidence documents.  

Physical Condition

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Experience

Experience integrating technology into PK-12 learning; current U.S. teaching credentials, and three years of U.S. public school experience.

Knowledge

Knowledge of content and skills necessary to develop and provide professional development and support to prospective teachers. Knowledge of Texas Administrative Code (TAC) related to field experience and clinical teaching.

Education

Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution. Google Educator Level 1 and 2 Certification.

Additional Requirements

Must be able to work on multiple projects concurrently. Must be able to maintain confidentiality.

Standard Requirements

Requires the ability to maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Must adhere to University’s core values: People-Centered, Community, Integrity, Visionary, and Connections, per the MSU Texas Values Journey. Personal cell phone usage may be required to complete position duties, including multi-function authentication requirements. Regular reliable attendance is required.

This position is designated as security sensitive (Mod) and requires a criminal background check. Position is designated as a Responsible Employee as outlined by Title IX. May serve as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.

Last Updated 07-11-2023