Asst Prof of Education_ Field Placement Coordinator

About Us Join our Team at South Georgia State College! South Georgia State College is a residential state college of the University System of Georgia (USG). SGSC focuses on a core of strong teaching and personalized academic advising. It has a long and distinguished tradition of serving the people of Georgia. Students pursue associate degrees in 20 programs of study, eight (5) bachelor¿s degrees programs which are transferrable to other institutions or prepare them for careers in a variety of fields and South Georgia State College institution has given residents in South Georgia a chance to further their education since the early 1900s. Location Douglas Campus is located at 100 West College Park Drive| Douglas| GA | 31533 Waycross Campus is located at 2001 S. Georgia Pkwy| Waycross| GA |31503 Valdosta Entry Program is located at 1500 N. Patterson Street| Valdosta| GA |31698 Department Information This position reports to the Chair of Education. Job Summary This faculty position oversees and coordinates all aspects of field placement programs to ensure teacher candidates receive high-quality, well-supported clinical experiences. The position maintains and tracks program admission for teacher candidates. It maintains strong partnerships with schools, faculty, and stakeholders while managing data, compliance, and program requirements related to certification and performance. Additionally, the position supports candidate success, program improvement, and community engagement through effective communication, monitoring, and professional collaboration and instruction. Responsibilities Teach Field Placement Courses - Teach field placement courses and communicate regularly with instructors of field placement courses. GA Field Placement Meeting - Attend the GA Field Placement meetings to represent SGSC. Professional Development - Engage in continuous professional development with the Professional Standards Commission. Program Marketing - Provide positive program PR to the community via digital resources Monitor Data - Monitor admissions paperwork and communicate field experience expectations with potential candidates. Monitor data and performance of GACE for the purposes of remediation. Required Travel - Travel to each campus and partner school sites as necessary. Field Placement Data - .Monitor Field Placement data (including teacher candidate records, attendance, CAPS, Dispositions, supervisor and mentor survey data, Field placement hours) Provide Updates and Facilitate Meetings - Update all faculty on any field placement concerns during faculty meetings. Facilitate field placement supervisor and field placement mentor meetings. Coordinate and Communicate Placement Needs - .Communicate and coordinate placement needs with partner schools (logistics and communication). Maintain Records - Maintain accurate records for certification and liability insurance. Maintain accurate mentor records for certification. Program Orientation - Assists colleagues in coordinating initial program orientation. MOUs Administration - Maintain accurate records of MOUs, prepare MOUs for renewal and communicate with partner districts on behalf of the program to renew MOUs. Required Qualifications Educational Requirements Master's degree including 18 hours in the teaching discipline Other Required Qualifications Skills in Excel and the Microsoft Suite Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral forms Proposed Salary Commensurate with Experience. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities ABILITIES Relationship- Building Ability Coaching and Mentorship Ability KNOWLEDGE Elementary Education Special Education Teacher Preparation & Licensure SKILLS Communication Skills Organizational & Time Management Skills Problem-Solving & Conflict Resolution Skills Contact Information For more information or questions about the job posting and technical support, please contact OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251-2644, or by email at support@usg.edu. USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Conditions of Employment Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and demonstrating your eligibility for employment with South Georgia State College. Position may require credit check (if using PCard, working with cash, etc.). Offers made are expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG). The position requires completion of SGSC annual compliance training course such as State Business Transactions, Drug free Workplace, Anti-Harassment Policy, Introduction to Information Security, Workers Compensation, Motor Vehicle Policy, USG Ethics Policy, Conflict of Interests/Outside Activities Policy, Leave Procedures for Faculty and Staff, Georgia Open Records Act, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Contracts 101. Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. South Georgia State College is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community. Equal Employment Opportunity South Georgia State College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 260-4376. Other Information This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 50% - 74% of the time Other Information South Georgia State College Mission and Vision Statements Mission Statement South Georgia State College supports students in achieving their academic and professional goals by providing high-quality associate and baccalaureate degree programs in an affordable, accessible, and supportive learning environment. Vison Statement South Georgia State College will be the best choice for higher education in southeast Georgia, dedicated to affordability, student success, and innovative programs that prepare graduates for advanced studies and professional careers while driving regional economic growth. Background Check Standard + Education & DMV