Field Placement Coordinator (part-time) - Framingham State University in Framingham, Massachusetts at Framingham State University

Location: Framingham, MA Category: Contract/Hourly Job Type: Contract Posted On: Thu May 7 2026 Job Description:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

This position is responsible for coordinating field placement processes for undergraduate and graduate educator licensure programs and supporting candidates, faculty, and school partners throughout the placement cycle.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Director of Field Placement & Licensure

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

N/A

EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the coordination and administration of field placements for undergraduate and graduate educator licensure programs
• Establish, develop, and maintain partnerships with local school districts and community stakeholders
• Distribute and review field experience applications to determine eligibility; conduct final eligibility verification prior to each semester
• Develop and assign field placements in alignment with licensure requirements, candidate preferences, and program data
• Prepare and disseminate placement assignments to partner schools and districts
• Communicate placement details clearly and consistently to all relevant stakeholders, including candidates, school partners, faculty, and staff
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date field placement records, databases, and related documentation
• Provide candidates with placement information and ensure compliance with all background check and clearance requirements
• Plan and facilitate orientation sessions for teacher candidates regarding field experiences and expectations
• Prepare and distribute certificates and vouchers for supervising practitioners
• Draft and distribute recognition letters to partner schools and districts
• Share placement and enrollment information with faculty and administrative staff to support course registration and program planning

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Office Setting

Job Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field
• Strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative academic environment
• Three or more years working in a public school
• One or more years supervising candidate practicums as Program Supervisor or Supervising Practitioner
• Demonstrated commitment to equal opportunity, equity, and inclusion.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with field experience placement
• Knowledge of DESE licensure requirements
• Candidates who are bilingual in English and Spanish or English and Portuguese are strongly encouraged to apply.

Additional Information:

This is a part-time, non-benefited contract position, not to exceed 18 hours per week. The scheduled hours are flexible. The pay rate is $40 per hour.

Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions.

Framingham State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, disability status, Veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Members of underrepresented or minoritized groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to equity, diversity, and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.