Come work on our team! We are proud to announce that our office has officially opened up applications for the Early Field Experience Coordinator position! You’ll be working with future teachers in the State of Indiana and the school districts that support their success. Ball State University has the largest teacher preparation program in the state and the fifth largest in the nation. Your contributions will make a positive impact in the field and we’d love to have you join us.

At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.

A crucial role in the function and operation of teacher preparation, the coordinator of Early Field Experiences will work closely with office leadership in the management of the field experiences for Ball State University. This position administers correspondence with school districts, school personnel and students, placement of students, ongoing monitoring student field placements, and coordination with assigned faculty.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

At least one year of office or related experience; excellent communication skills.

Student Worker

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’