Director of Field Experience

Director of Field Experience and School Partnerships
School of Education
SUNY Cortland
$88,000 + Depending on Experience

The Director of Field Experience and School Partnerships (FESP) oversees the placement of teacher candidates in P-12 schools for field experiences and student teaching for all SUNY Cortland teacher education programs and assists FESP staff in making those placements as needed. The Director is responsible for building, expanding and strengthening school partnerships as they relate to P-12 placements. In the School of Education, the Director of FESP is an active member of the Teacher Education Unit who works closely with the dean, associate dean, and the assistant dean for assessment and accreditation in assuring the delivery of high-quality teacher preparation programs across the school and the campus. The position is a 12-month obligation and requires full-time presence on campus.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in education or related field from a regionally accredited college or university
• Minimum of three years experience in a supervisory position
• Minimum of three years experience as a P-12 classroom teacher or administrator
• Demonstrated experience with communicating clearly both orally and in writing
• Demonstrated experience of working successfully with diverse populations
• Demonstrated experience using current technology tools including Microsoft applications, database management systems, and digital communication applications (Teams, Zoom, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certificate of Advanced Study (C.A.S.) in Education Leadership and/or Ph.D. in Education or related field from a regionally accredited college or university
• New York State teacher or leader certification
• Experience in making clinical and/or internship placements
• Knowledge of teacher education curriculum
• Experience with student record systems and databases
• Experience working at the college level

About the University
For over 150 years, SUNY Cortland has maintained a proud tradition of preparing highly qualified teachers and educational leaders. Currently, SUNY Cortland prepares the largest number of educators in the SUNY system. The university supports an engaged learning community that is committed to promoting a diversity of thought and experience. We believe that an equitable, inclusive, and diverse campus and curriculum are critical to our educational mission.

A top public university of approximately 6,600 students located in the geographic center of New York State, SUNY Cortland provides accessible, affordable education to students from across the U.S. body. One of 13 comprehensive universities in the State University of New York system, SUNY Cortland prides itself on its rigorous undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts, sciences, education, and professional studies. For more than 150 years, SUNY Cortland has provided unmistakable value for students seeking a well-rounded academic, athletic, and social experience. The University ranks among the top campuses in the nation on Money magazine’s “Best Colleges for Your Money List,” fields a powerhouse Division III athletics program and boasts an impressive network of alumni making a difference in education, business, government, fitness, medicine and many other fields.

What makes SUNY Cortland a Great Place to Work

Be part of a campus that values integrity, intellectual life, and a strong focus on students. Here, professional staff maintain a meaningful presence on campus and contribute to a supportive, forward-thinking learning environment. Watch this video to learn more about careers at SUNY Cortland: https://youtu.be/krNjgXC95M0?si=k2l13TUB9mJ9YjD8

• Our positions provide predictable salary progressions, and many offer permanency.
• Generous benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, various retirement program options, paid family leave and/or parental leaves, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, long term disability and tuition reimbursement.
• SUNY Cortland prioritizes work-life balance and well-being in all forms. The university’s state-of-the-art Student Life Center is free for employees to use, with membership options for families. SUNY Cortland’s Child Care Center welcomes the children of employees and community members, as space allows. Alternate work schedules are available with a supervisor’s approval.
• Professional development opportunities exist through training, continuing education programs, tuition reimbursement and conference travel, based on funding.
• Cortland County and surrounding areas offer easy access to arts, entertainment, outdoor recreation and much more. Experience Cortland dives deep into the region’s offerings

Apply Today!

For more information, application instructions, and to apply online, go to: https://jobs.cortland.edu/postings/11005 and be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume. Review of applications will begin April 7, 2026, and application materials will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

SUNY Cortland is an AA/EEO/ADA employer and encourages applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of underrepresented groups.