Jacksonville State University

Director, Field and Clinical Experiences / Instructor, Assistant Professor

Jacksonville State University’s College of Education and Professional Studies is seeking to hire a scholar who also serves as the Director of Field and Clinical Experiences.

The director of field and clinical experiences will be responsible for the implementation and assessment of the field experiences of pre-service teachers, professional studies, and graduate experiences. The director of field and clinical experiences will be the point of contact between P-12 partner schools and the EPP. The Director is responsible for recruiting, planning, managing, coordinating activities, developing and maintaining partnerships, outreach, and other duties as assigned. The Director serves as the CEPS liaison between local public and private P-12 schools and the institution to coordinate programs and services. The Director will teach the internship courses each semester.

This position requires the following:

• Master’s degree in education (Elementary or Secondary Education)
• At least three (3) years of public teaching experience in a K-12 environment

Preference may be given to applicants who possess the following:

• PhD or EdD is preferred
• Experience in supervising students

Applicants will be required to submit a cover letter, resume or CV, teaching philosophy and unofficial transcripts to complete their application. This position has an anticipated start date of January 6, 2025.

The Jacksonville State University College of Education & Professional Studies proudly serves the citizens of northeast Alabama, the southeast, and the nation through our traditional and online programs of study. Teachers and other school personnel prepared at the baccalaureate, master's, educational specialist, and doctoral levels develop an extensive knowledge and skill-based education appropriate for the level of certification. Developing initial and advanced education candidates into effective, reflective, creative decision makers is the fundamental goal of all teacher preparation programs at Jax State. Each degree program is designed to provide a strong knowledge and skill base that will help to ensure a successful future.

Located in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama, midway between Birmingham and Atlanta, JSU is home to more than 9,900 students representing 63 countries. As a learning-centered university, it strives to challenge students academically in a responsive environment, meeting their educational, career and personal goals. As an academic institution, it seeks to produce broadly educated graduates prepared for global engagement. As a public, comprehensive university, it promotes excellence in scholarly and service activities consistent with its academic and professional strengths. For a complete list of Goals, Core Values and Strategies to fulfill this Mission, go to the JSU Strategic Plan home page.

Academically JSU offers 101 academic programs and concentrations, including bachelor's, master's, post-baccalaureate, doctoral and advanced certificate programs in a variety of disciplines that prepare graduates for meaningful careers and ongoing education.  More than 40 online programs are offered.  The University features six colleges on its 459-acre campus – Arts, Humanities and Science; Business and Industry; Education and Professional Studies; Health Professions and Wellness; Social and Behavioral Sciences; and Library. Most academic programs have discipline-specific accreditations, a reflection of their quality and JSU’s commitment to excellence.

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