Educator Partnership Facilitator-Office of Professional Licensure-UTK Position Available In Knox, Tennessee

Educator Partnership Facilitator-Office of Professional Licensure-UTK University of Tennessee Health Science Center – 4.0 Knoxville, TN Job Details Full-time $54,000 – $65,000 a year 2 days ago Qualifications Microsoft Excel Doctoral degree Mid-level Master’s degree Education Continuous improvement 1 year Canvas LMS software Communication skills Teaching University Full Job Description The Educator Partnership Facilitator serves as a liaison between the educator preparation program and partnering school districts. This role is essential in building and maintaining collaborative relationships to support high-quality clinical experiences for educator candidates. The position reports to the associate director of clinical placements for the office of professional licensure and works across the campus/system as an expert resource for clinical experiences in educator preparation. This includes facilitation and data tracking for 2000+ students and learners annually across 5 UTK colleges: College of Arts & Sciences, College of Education, Health & Human Sciences, College of Communication and Information, College of Social Work, and the Herbert College of Agriculture. Additionally, the position will require in-person visits to local schools and occasional state-wide travel to sustain partnerships.

Clinical Placement Coordination:

under the direction of the Associate Director of Clinical Placements, this partnership facilitator will: Travel to local schools and occasional state-wide travel. Serve as a point of contact for resolving partnership-related issues, ensuring timely communication and responsiveness to partner needs. Visit school and educator partners proactively to build and sustain relationships needed to operate high quality educator preparation programs Visit school and educator partners reactively to respond to emergent issues, come to mutually beneficial resolutions, and ensure positive outcomes for students while maintaining positive relationships with partners. Communicate and collaborate with school districts to secure appropriate educator clinical placements that align with certification areas and program requirements, ensuring compliance with state and national policies, standards, and regulations. Match educator candidates with qualified mentor teachers, ensuring placements are aligned with state and national policies and support candidate growth and district priorities. Data & Reporting Maintain and update clinical placement databases in compliance with local, state and national data tracking and accreditation requirements. Collect and analyze data related to clinical placements, candidate performance, and partner satisfaction. Prepare reports for accreditation, state reporting, and institutional review purposes. Monitor and support continuous improvement efforts based on data analysis and stakeholder feedback. Disseminate information to districts regarding program updates, requirements, and changes to accreditation or certification standards. Gather feedback from district partners to inform continuous improvement of clinical experiences. Support & Training Coordinate and provide training and orientation for mentor teachers, teacher candidates, and university faculty and staff on program expectations, evaluation tools, and clinical supervision processes. Support mentor teachers in their role by providing resources, guidance, and ongoing communication throughout the placement period. Collaborate and support faculty and staff to address candidate performance issues or concerns during placements. Maintenance of clinical handbooks and support materials Clinical Experience Verification Ensure each candidate’s progression and eventual completion of all clinical experience requirements necessary for educator licensure. Communicate with school and SEA partners regarding candidate completion of clinical experiences Complete clinical experience documentation as required for licensure

Required Qualifications Education:

Master’s Degree in Education or related field

Experience:

1-3 years related educator preparation managerial experience at the college or university level is required. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment visa status.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Knowledge:

Teacher Preparation Programs:

In-depth understanding of educator preparation requirements, clinical experiences, licensure pathways, and accreditation standards (e.g., CAEP, state departments of education).

School Operations & District Structures:

Familiarity with how K-12 schools and districts operate, including administrative roles, academic calendars, and school policies.

Clinical Placement Processes:

Knowledge of best practices for student teaching, internships, and mentorship models in educational settings.

Policy & Compliance:

Awareness of relevant legal, ethical, and professional standards, including FERPA, state certification laws, and institutional partnership policies.

Data Management & Reporting:

Understanding of how to track, manage, and interpret data for placement, evaluation, and continuous improvement purposes.

Skills:

Relationship-Building & Collaboration:

Strong interpersonal skills to develop and sustain positive relationships with diverse stakeholders including school leaders, mentor teachers, faculty, and students.

Project & Program Coordination:

Ability to plan, implement, and manage partnership activities, placements, meetings, and events effectively.

Communication:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills to deliver clear updates, coordinate between parties, and facilitate meetings or trainings.

Problem-Solving:

Ability to handle placement conflicts, mentor-candidate concerns, or logistical challenges with diplomacy and efficiency.

Technology Proficiency:

Skilled in using databases, spreadsheets (e.g., Excel), learning management systems (e.g., Canvas), student information systems, and communication tools (e.g., Outlook, Zoom).

Abilities:

Organization & Attention to

Detail:

Ability to manage multiple placements and partnership details simultaneously, ensuring all data and documentation are accurate and up-to-date.

Adaptability:

Comfortable working in dynamic environments and adjusting to changing program needs, district calendars, and policy updates.

Confidentiality & Professionalism:

Ability to manage sensitive student and district data with discretion, adhering to institutional and legal confidentiality standards.

Initiative:

Proactive in identifying opportunities for partnership growth, resolving issues, and improving processes.

Preferred Qualifications Education:

Doctoral Degree in Education or related field

Experience:

4-9 years of related educator preparation managerial experience at the college or university level.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

knowledge, skills, and abilities related to a P-12 school environment

Work Location Location:

Knoxville, TN Onsite Compensation and Benefits UT market range: MR09 Anticipated hiring range: $54,000-$65,000 Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here Find more information on UT Benefits here Application Instructions For best consideration applicants should submit the below materials Resume or CV Cover Letter