Director – School Partnerships position is available at Pace University.

About the Position

The Director of School Partnerships (DSP) is a critical position in the School of Education. The DSP in NY places graduate and undergraduate students in K-12 school settings for their field experiences in the NY metropolitan area (required by NY State Department of Education and CAEP accreditation).

Key Responsibilities

• Help undergraduate and graduate students find field placement in NYC schools.
• Hire, prepare, support, and evaluate clinical supervisors.
• Identify mentor teachers.
• Assist the Associate Director of Assessment and Planning in collecting data for assessment, evaluation, and CAEPaccreditation.
• Work with Department Chairperson to integrate field experiences and course scheduling.
• Collect and review first and second year Teaching Fellow teaching schedules and updating student records to reflect placement.
• Verify compliance for certification and communicating with students.
• Facilitate EdTPA examination workshop.
• Work with Director of Student Success on student retention.
• Monitor completion of fieldwork hours and file forms in student folders
• Assist Director for Student Success in conducting Teaching Fellows’ orientation.
• Manage field supervisor assignments and submit their payment to budget coordinator
• Monitor and document program compliance with state and national regulations and standards regarding field-based experiences, student teaching, and practica.
• Expand and develop linkages with external professional and community-based organizations to enhance the visibility and participation of the School of Education in public arenas.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Masters or equivalent, e.g., 5-10 years experience in teacher education.
• Effective writing skills.
• Expert knowledge of NYSED and school district requirements regarding fieldwork.
• Superior organizational skills for effective multi-project management.
• Computer expertise, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent interpersonal and social skills, communicating effectively and proactively.