Clinical Placement Specialist

Posting Category: E

About UIS: Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves more than 4,000 students in 44 graduate and 56 undergraduate programs. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at http://www.uis.edu .

Application deadline: 6/26/2026

$50,000 - $60,000 annually

Summary:

The Clinical Placement Specialist supports the Teacher Education Program (TEP) by coordinating and overseeing clinical placements for student teachers and Teacher Education candidates across Illinois. This role works directly with TEP students and serves as a liaison between the university and school districts, ensuring appropriate placements and fostering strong partnerships with district administrators. The position plays a vital role in strengthening the school's clinical partnerships, student success, and professional preparation standards.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work with the Teacher Education (TEP) lead and clinical personnel and instructs incoming clinical students and student teachers on policies and procedures of field placement within school districts for the Teacher Education Program.
• Build and maintain relationships with TEP students, school district personnel, and administration throughout the state of Illinois and assess appropriate placement of student teachers
• Monitor student teachers’ clinical progress with evaluations.
• Process and maintain all necessary documentation related to student placements and field experiences.
• Collect and monitor preclinical and clinical documentation and licensure requirements.
• Participate in support meetings and visits to clinical settings when additional support and feedback are necessary.
• Supervise University Supervisors of Student Teachers.
• Work with clinical faculty to oversee and develop online and face-to-face Orientation for field placements and Student Teaching.
• Maintain, edit, and update the Field Placement and Student Teaching Handbooks.
• Recruit, screen, make hiring recommendations, and/or train cooperating teachers in PK-12 settings and University Supervisors.
• Work with the College of Public Affairs & Education Dean’s Office to ensure affiliation agreements are current and reflect University policy.
• Oversee student teacher applications and field experience processes.
• Participate in TEP and Department meetings and initiatives.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

•  Master’s degree
•  Teaching licensure
•  Qualtrics or similar data collection experience
•  3-5 years of experience in project coordination in a PK-12 setting
•  Exceptional public relations and communication skills
•  Exceptional organization skills
•  Ability to solve complex problems
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

•  School Administrator licensure
•  Possess an understanding/skill in online teaching and learning
  
  

Employment Policies and other information:

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds and identities. The University of Illinois System does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their real or perceived race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations. Visit University of Illinois Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Illinois System conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Convictions are not a bar to employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment .

As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility .

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead, is covered by the State University Retirement System.

• You will not pay Social Security taxes and your earning will not be on your Social Security Record. (Your record will, however, show your Medicare wages.
• Your pension from the State Universities Retirement System may affect the amount of your:
• Social Security benefit and
• Social Security benefit as a spouse
  
  

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted by contacting UIS HR at hremployment@uis.edu or call 217-206-6652.

• Please Note: All postings close at 5:00pm CST on the posting close date.***