Coordinator of Educator Preparation and Outreach

The University of Southern Maine’s Office of Educator Preparation in the School of Education and Human Development is seeking a Coordinator of Educator Preparation and Outreach.  

The Coordinator of Educator Preparation and Outreach will be responsible for:

• Supports activities related to the approval and accreditation of educational licensure programs (initial and advanced) within the Office of Educator Preparation (OEP). 
• Oversees and manages the operating budget for OEP, inclusive of compiling fiscal projections and reports.  
• Manages payment processes and policies related to payment of supervisors and mentors.
• Responds to and awards contact hour awards for host teachers, mentor teachers, and supervisors. 
• Oversees and manages Education Affiliation Agreements with districts and clinical placement sites and works collaboratively with faculty and staff to manage outreach activities of the School of Education and Human Development. 
• Responsibility for managing academic and non-credit initiatives and outreach activities, such as cohorts, courses, workshops, events, and conferences designed to meet the needs of the P-12 education community and responds to and awards contact hours for participation in activities as appropriate. 
• Develops and maintains external and internal-facing websites for stakeholders to access resources and marketing materials. 
• Travel, while not extensive, is required within the State of Maine. 

The Office of Educator Preparation (OEP) at the University of Southern Maine plays a central role in overseeing, managing, and ensuring the quality of USM’s educator preparation programs. OEP builds and provides unit-wide infrastructure for field placement coordination, certification recommendations, data management (TK20), accreditation, and program review.

This a full-time position to be located on our Gorham Campus, with a starting annual salary of $44,000.

The University of Southern Maine offers highly competitive benefits for full-time and eligible part-time employees that includes (but is not limited to):

• 13 paid holidays plus earned vacation time and sick time.
• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• Low-cost short-term disability insurance and employer-paid long-term disability insurance.
• Employer-paid basic life insurance and supplemental life insurance.
• A tuition waiver program for employees and their spouse or dependent child(ren).
• A 403(b)-retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Free access to the METRO system, including the Husky Line with service between our Portland and Gorham campuses.

To learn more, please review the Benefits Information Summary.  

The University of Southern Maine is a vibrant academic community located in the greater Portland, Maine area, including campuses in Portland, Gorham, Lewiston, and online. USM is part of the University of Maine System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing hands-on learning, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment, USM is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and beyond.  USM is committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society. To learn more about USM, visit About Our University. 

The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates varied perspectives, enhancing teaching, learning, personal growth, and overall institutional achievement.  We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our dedication to academic excellence and the enrichment of our community.

We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness. 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with at least 3 years of experience leading outreach or teaching education programs and/or projects, or a Master's degree.
• Experience with communication via virtual technology (Zoom, Google Meet).
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Google suite.
• Experience with budgets and use of spreadsheets to display and organize data.

How To Apply:

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below or visit our USM Careers Page and submit the following:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of the names and contact information for references.
• For full consideration please submit all required materials by October 15, 2025.  
• We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.
• Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.

Clery Act:

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Eeo Statement:

The University of Southern Maine is an EEO/AA employer and is committed to nondiscrimination. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207-581-1226.  TTY 711 (Maine Relay System)