Cooperative Educational Program Coordinator

About the job

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Position Title:
Cooperative Educational Program Coordinator

Job Category:
Academic Staff

Employment Type:
Regular

Job Profile:
Cooperative Educational Program Coordinator

Job Duties:
The Cooperative Educational Program Coordinator in the Department of Education advises and assists undergraduate elementary education students and manages and coordinates clinical experiences for undergraduate teacher licensure programs. The overall position networks and supports recruiting for and assists in the day-to-day administration of one or more academic programs that involve multiple entities to establish and grow the quality and effectiveness of the assigned academic program(s).

This position provides academic advising for elementary education majors, including guidance on course selection, degree paths, retention issues, graduation, and certification requirements, and assists with undergraduate recruiting and advising events.

This position manages clinical placements in the Department of Education’s Field Experience Office by processing student requests for placements and arranging appropriate placements with Birth-12 partners. The position maintains clinical student records as determined by the teacher education program and as required by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. This position works collaboratively with the department chair, the Dean of Educator Preparation Programs, program staff, and clinical experience instructors. This position also assists with other undergraduate teacher education program responsibilities as assigned by the department chair.

• Key Job Responsibilities:
• Represents the program at internal and external events to advocate for cooperative jobs, internships, and scholarships from local and national firms and organizations
• Schedules logistics and secures resources for cooperative program planning
• Identifies, promotes, and maintains networks to assist in improvement and development of a cooperative educational program
• Evaluates program effectiveness and provides recommendations for improvement

Department: Department of Education
Reports to: Chair of the Department of Education

Full-time: 100%, Academic Staff, 12-month ongoing appointment, one vacancy

This position may offer hybrid work flexibility, with a combination of on-site and remote work based on departmental needs. To be eligible, candidates must reside in Wisconsin or Minnesota upon hire.

• Additional duties specific to the position:
• Provide academic advising for elementary education majors which includes guidance on course selection, degree paths, retention issues, graduation, and certification requirements.
• Participate in undergraduate recruiting and advising events, as needed.
• Manage and coordinate clinical experience placements for undergraduate teacher licensure programs.
• Recruit, cultivate, and support clinical experience sites to meet the needs of licensure programs.
• Serve as a liaison by establishing connections with area schools, and early childhood education sites and programs.
• Communicate with school administrators and cooperating teachers regarding opportunities, placements, and expectations.
• Initiate site supervisor payments and manage Wisconsin Internship Program finances, as appropriate.
• Communicate responsibilities to university and cooperating site supervisors.
• Work with the department chair and the Dean of Educator Preparation Programs to address concerns of university faculty/staff and cooperating teachers/administrators; mediate student problems; and advise teacher candidates.
• Work in cooperation with the other Undergraduate and Graduate Program Clinical Experience Coordinator regarding school contacts and school practices.
• Maintain clinical handbooks, forms, and records in conjunction with the department chair, the Dean of Educator Preparation Programs, and clinical instructors, as appropriate.
• Ensure affiliation agreements are completed by cooperating schools.

• Other Duties:
• Complete required trainings and professional development as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships with faculty, staff, students, and community members.
• Advanced skills in and ability to use technology such as Excel and other spreadsheet applications, data systems, and record-keeping software.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a team.
• Advanced organizational skills.
• Ability to take initiative and follow through in a timely manner.
• Ability to make sound decisions.
• Skilled in problem solving.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and navigate sensitive subject matter/situations.
• Ability to participate in occasional evening and weekend events.

• Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field
• Two years of experience in academic advising, program coordination, education, or a related field
• Experience using technology to guide workflow

The University of Wisconsin-Superior does not offer H-1B or other work authorization immigration sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be independently, legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain their work authorization without the support or help of UW-Superior throughout employment. UW-Superior is not an E-Verify employer; therefore, it cannot employ individuals on the STEM OPT extension. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.

• Desirable Qualifications:
• Master’s Degree in Education or a related field
• Experience in educational settings, advising, and using technology applications for student data management
• Experience teaching and/or supervising in K-12
• Experience using PeopleSoft, Canvas, Navigate, ELC/Lumivero, Stellic

Compensation & Benefits: Salary range for this position is: $48,000 - $51,000 annually. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf .

University of Wisconsin-Superior is a gold-level certified employer recognized by Family Friendly Workplaces .

Starting Date: As soon as possible

Contact Information:
For additional information about UW-Superior, visit www.uwsuper.edu ;
For additional information about this position, contact Tammy Rady at trady@uwsuper.edu.

Application Process:
Review of all complete applications will commence at 4:30pm on October 23, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

How to Apply:
Click the “Apply” button to begin the application process or visit: https://www.uwsuper.edu/about/employment/ . You will be prompted to log in or create a Workday account to continue.
Important: The application includes only one attachment field. Please upload all required documents in that single field—either as one combined file or as multiple files attached in the same upload area.

Applications will not be considered complete unless all required materials are submitted.
1.) Cover Letter
2.) Resume
3.) Unofficial transcripts of all degrees earned

UW-Superior, A Superior Place:
The University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identities of ‘final candidates’ must be revealed upon request. According to the Attorney General, ‘final candidates’ under Wisconsin law means the five candidates who are considered most qualified for the position. See Wis. Stat. Sec. 19.36(7)(a).

Employment will require a criminal background check, and if you have prior work history within the last seven years with Universities of Wisconsin or State of Wisconsin agencies, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. It will also require your references to answer questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University reserves the right to check references with notice given to the candidates at the appropriate time in the process.

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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.