Education Program Coordinator
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McKendree University invites applicants for the position of Education Program Coordinator within the School of Education. We seek a detail-oriented and organized individual to manage the administrative and operational functions that support our education programs. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of field placements, student teaching, and licensure processes, contributing directly to the success of our students and programs. This is a full-time, benefit eligible position located in Lebanon, Illinois. The start date for this position is January 6, 2025.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Office environment; 40 hours per week; normally 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; occasional evening meetings; attendance at regional and state meetings, as required, for accreditation and licensure needs.
McKendree University, Illinois’ first and finest, is a private university in Lebanon, IL, just 25 minutes from downtown St. Louis, home of the 11-time World Series champs (St. Louis Cardinals) and the 2019 Stanley Cup winner (St. Louis Blues). St. Louis also boasts a wonderful zoo, a first-rate botanical garden, a vibrant art scene (both performing and visual), and a plethora of top-notch restaurants.
Interviews will begin immediately. Qualified candidates should complete and submit the McKendree Employment Application and send a letter of interest referencing Job #EPC60 with a resume/CV and contact information for three professional references to the Human Resources Department at [email protected].
McKendree is an ADA/EEO/Vet/Disabled employer committed to enhancing the cultural and gender diversity of the campus. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
- Maintain student files, field placement records, and evaluations.
- Secure field and student teaching placements in collaboration with program directors.
- Ensure students in field experiences meet minimum qualifications.
- Serve as the School Licensure Officer and attend annual Illinois licensure training.
- Monitor and maintain state qualifications for licensure.
- Communicate directly with Illinois preparation staff and assist with state reporting.
- Evaluate transcripts of incoming graduate students.
- Maintain accreditation-related documents required for teacher education.
- Record and maintain state testing data for all education candidates.
- Collaborate with the Director of Teacher Education, Program Directors, and Academic Advisor to monitor student progress.
- Administer grant documentation and data for the School of Education.
- Perform clerical duties as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and OneDrive.
- Strong organizational skills and time-management abilities.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Clerical experience.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Bachelor or Master’s degree in Education
- Current or previous teacher license.
- 3 years of experience in a K-12 school setting.
- Understanding of the Illinois teacher licensure system or teaching experience.
Office environment; 40 hours per week; normally 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; occasional evening meetings; attendance at regional and state meetings, as required, for accreditation and licensure needs.
McKendree University, Illinois’ first and finest, is a private university in Lebanon, IL, just 25 minutes from downtown St. Louis, home of the 11-time World Series champs (St. Louis Cardinals) and the 2019 Stanley Cup winner (St. Louis Blues). St. Louis also boasts a wonderful zoo, a first-rate botanical garden, a vibrant art scene (both performing and visual), and a plethora of top-notch restaurants.
Interviews will begin immediately. Qualified candidates should complete and submit the McKendree Employment Application and send a letter of interest referencing Job #EPC60 with a resume/CV and contact information for three professional references to the Human Resources Department at [email protected].
McKendree is an ADA/EEO/Vet/Disabled employer committed to enhancing the cultural and gender diversity of the campus. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
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