Fieldwork Coordinator, Department of Elementary Education

Job description

The Department of Elementary Education at San Francisco State University seeks applicants for its Lecturer Faculty Position as Fieldwork Coordinator for Spring 2026
Lecturer Faculty, .60 Time Base
The Department of Elementary Education prepares skilled, transformative educators to teach and become leaders in culturally and linguistically diverse schools.

We guide and support educators to develop a pedagogy of caring and cultural responsiveness and to teach for social justice and equity for children and their families.

The department’s Multiple Subject Credential, including the PK-3 Early Childhood Specialist Instruction and the Bilingual Authorization Programs, certify candidates with their Preliminary Credential to teach in California schools, and the curriculum in the credential program reflects current Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs), State Standards, and Common Core Standards.


Qualifications
• Degree in elementary education-related field
• Experience as a multiple subject teacher, preferably in one of SFSU’s partner school districts
• Experience working with student teachers through serving as a cooperating teacher, a student teaching supervisor, or equivalent
• Prior work in a supervisory role in a school district or university teacher education program
• Strong working knowledge of CTC Standards for Clinical Practice
• Knowledge of local school district structures and programs as relevant to placing and supporting student teachers
General Responsibilities
The Fieldwork Coordinator is an essential member of the department, and this role is critical in meeting CTC standards for clinical practice, ensuring a high-quality experience for candidates, and coordinating the work of Supervisors, Cooperating Teachers, and Faculty so that together they support candidates to complete their fieldwork with optimal learning opportunities and feedback.

• Identify and onboard Cooperating Teachers for Multiple Subject, PK-3, and Bilingual Authorization
• Match teacher candidates with cooperating teachers and maintain accurate placement records
• Provide training for cooperating teachers in accordance with CTC standards
• Coordinate process for onboarding and supporting intern teachers enrolled in credential program
• Provide training and oversight for student teaching supervisors
• Maintain records of student teaching supervision evaluation, in accordance with accreditation requirements
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with partner school districts
• Ensure that the department meets CTC clinical practice standards for the Multiple Subject, PK-3 Early Childhood Specialist Instruction, and Bilingual authorization credentials
• Collaborate with department chair, staff, and faculty to maintain coherent and supportive teacher preparation pathways

Professional Development Opportunities
San Francisco State University supports faculty with professional development opportunities such as ongoing training through the Center for Equity and Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CEETL).

The CEETL courses provide a systematic way to assure ongoing course quality and opportunities for new skill development in teaching courses in any learning mode, from in-person to online courses.


Application Process
Applicants are required to upload the following documents to PageUp:
• a cover letter expressing interest in the Fieldwork Coordinator position
• a current Curriculum Vitae, including details of current and previous teaching and supervisory experience
• a brief statement of teaching philosophy
The start and end dates of the semester can be found at the following link:

Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The CSU provides generous health, retirement and other benefits.
Anticipated salary is based on a monthly full-time salary range of $5507-$6677 per month, adjusted to position time base.

San Francisco State University SF State is a major public urban university, situated in one of the world’s great cities.

Building on a century-long history of commitment to quality teaching and broad access to undergraduate and graduate education, the University offers comprehensive, rigorous, and integrated academic programs that require students to engage in open-minded inquiry and reflection.

SF State prepares its students to become productive, ethical, active citizens with a global perspective.

San Francisco State University educates and equips students to thrive in a global society.

We deliver academic excellence by pursuing knowledge, inspiring creativity, supporting our diverse community and advancing social justice and positive change in the world.

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San Francisco State is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status.
Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any employment with the CSU.

SF State is a totally smoke-free campus.

Thank you for your interest in employment with California State University (CSU).

CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California.

Because of this, CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California with very limited exception.

While this position may be eligible for occasional telework, all work is expected to be performed in the state of California, and this position is assigned to on- campus operations.

Required Skill Profession

Preschool, Elementary, Middle, Secondary, And Special Education Teachers