Coordinator, Field Experience

Job Summary

The University of the Fraser Valley invites applications for a 75% field experience coordinatorfor the Bachelor of Education in the School of Education which includes undergraduate level pre-requisite courses; a 10 ½ month post-degree Bachelor of Education (BEd) for prospective elementary middle and secondary teachers; a Master of Education (MEd) in Educational Leadership and Mentorship; an ECE Certificate; and an Inclusive Education Assistant (IEA) Certificate. Classes and offices are located on the Mission campus. The School of Education is committed to anti-racism social justice decolonization and Indigenization and these commitments are incorporated into every course program and practicum placement. Our graduates are valued as educators because of their strong ability to integrate educational theory and knowledge into a reflective teaching practice that is critically minded pedagogically sensitive and socially just.

This is a position for an educator who enjoys the challenge of working in an innovative School and whose philosophy about education is consistent with the mission statement values and commitments for the MEd BEd ECE Certificate and IEA Certificate. This individual will also share the facultys commitments to social justice and anti-racism and to decolonizing and Indigenizing practices. As such the successful candidate would have knowledge of the Schools values and commitments and will embed them into their curriculum design and delivery. Given the values and commitments of the School of Education we actively seek to include diverse perspectives and are intentional in our desire to support diverse identity expression.

The successful applicant will be responsible for recruiting arranging and supporting practicum placements for BEd students (teacher candidates). This includes (but is not limited to) coordinating the assignment of practicum placements based on the unique needs of individualteacher candidates (TCs); developing and maintaining relationships with individuals and sites that can provide placements for TCs (this includes district administration principals and teacher mentors and working closely with them to ensure a supportive and effective practicum experience; tracking the ongoing progress of TCs through the practicum; recruiting and supporting faculty mentors (those that support TCs in the field); identifying and addressing challenges faced by TCs in the field intervening as needed to provide guidance mediate concerns and develop appropriate solutions.); providing orientations to the practicum processes for both TCs and mentors; facilitating workshops for TCs on boundaries ethics educator presence and/or practicum preparation as needed by the program; and being part of the faculty team. A major responsibility for this position is to ensure that graduates who successfully complete SOE programs adhere to their professions Professional Standards and Code of Ethics. Applicants should be prepared to undertake travel throughout the Fraser Valley as part of their job responsibilities.

Qualifications

• A minimum of eight years of successful experience as a K-12 educator with public schools with leadership and/or administrative experience.

• A Master of Education (relevant to the area of expertise).

• Lived experience as or with superdiverse identities or communities.

• Strong leadership interpersonal organizational and communication skills.

• Demonstrated abilities to work collaboratively with colleagues students and community partners.

• Experience with teacher candidate mentorship and/or district mentoring programs.

• Experience with Indigenizing and decolonizing pedagogy in K-12 education.

• Evidence of experience and/or scholarship oriented towards a progressive vision of teacher education that is inclusive and committed to social justice anti-racism decolonization Indigenization critical thinking pedagogical sensitivity reflective practice and the integration of knowledge and practice.

• Evidence of strong judgement/application of ethical decision-making; conflict resolution; applying due process/university policy; well-organized/time management; and maintaining strong relationships with multiple external stakeholders.

• Ability to contribute to innovative program development.

• Previous experience with adult learners professional development curriculum development or supervision is an asset (preferred).

How to Apply

Applicants from equity deserving and systemically marginalized populations will be prioritized. Applicants must submit the following by the application deadline:

• a cover letter

• a curriculum vitae including evidence of appropriate qualifications

• two letters of reference.

About UFV

The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halqeméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision andIntegrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization recognizing our responsibilities to community and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty staff and administrators working at UFV.

UFV has campus locations in Abbotsford Chilliwack Mission and Hope in the beautiful British Columbia and in Chandigarh India. Recognized as one of BCs top employers UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1400 passionate professionals who value integrity inclusivity and excellence. At UFV you will serve a vibrant community and shape the future of 15000 students.

Indigenization equity and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples members of groups that experience discrimination due to race colour place of origin ancestry and/or religion persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey as part of the application process. All questions are voluntary with an option to decline to answer. Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process and results are not shared with the selection committee. Inquiries about the survey may be directed to.Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/ or a verification of their education credentials.

UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.