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Company Description:

City University of Seattle (CityU) is a distinguished and comprehensive private nonprofit university and an affiliate of National University. We serve students regionally, nationally, and globally, reaching across borders to impart knowledge and empower individuals. With a focus on adult learners and online students, we provide flexible, accessible programs tailored to meet the needs of the modern learner. Offering over 60 academic degree programs, we are committed to expanding our student's knowledge, skills, and possibilities. Our mission is deeply rooted in the belief that education can improve lives. We invite you to join us in our commitment to fostering community, promoting diversity, and providing an environment where every student can thrive and achieve their educational goals.

Job Description:

City University of Seattle's Superintendent Certification Program is experiencing continued growth, and we are seeking experienced educational leaders to serve as Superintendent Internship Field Supervisors.

Field Supervisors play a vital role in mentoring and supporting aspiring superintendents as they complete the internship requirements for Washington State Superintendent Certification. This position provides an opportunity for retired or current district leaders to support the development of the next generation of school system leadership.

Internship Courses Supported:

EDLD 681 - Internship I
EDLD 682 - Internship II
EDLD 683 - Internship III

These courses engage superintendent candidates in mastering the entry-level knowledge, skills, dispositions, roles, and responsibilities of district leadership. The internship experience focuses on the foundations of school system administration, including:

• Organizational culture
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Strategic and instructional leadership
• Systems thinking
• Community engagement
• Professional reflection and growth

Candidates develop a certification portfolio using standards-based assessment data, evidence, and reflections aligned to professional leadership standards.

Job Summary:

Provides yearlong mentorship, guidance, accountability, and evaluation support for superintendent interns throughout the Fall, Winter, and Spring quarters. Field Supervisors may be assigned 1-6 interns per quarter depending on availability. Once assigned, the Field Supervisor remains with the intern throughout the full three-quarter internship sequence.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Support superintendent interns through EDLD 681, 682, and 683
• Meet quarterly with the intern and mentor (online or in person) to:

1. Evaluate progress
2. Review evidence and portfolio development
3. Set goals and next steps
4. Share leadership insights and guidance

• Check in with interns on a regular basis to provide coaching and support
• Review internship documentation, reflections, and standards-based evidence
• Help interns successfully complete all internship and certification requirements
• Verify completion of internship expectations and recommend candidates for certification
• Collaborate with CityU faculty and program leadership regarding intern progress and support needs

Requirements:

Ideal candidates will possess:

• Washington State Superintendent Certification
• Successful experience as a superintendent or senior district administrator
• Knowledge of the NELP standards
• Strong mentoring, coaching, and communication skills
• Commitment to developing future educational leaders
• Experience supporting equity-centered leadership and continuous improvement

Additional Information:

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions of the hands or wrists.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, grasp or handle, stoop or bend, and reach.

Working Conditions:

The working conditions described here represent those an employee encounters while performing this job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Work is generally performed remotely with optional in-person meetings

Compensation:

Field Supervisor compensation is based on intern assignments.

Application Instructions:

CityU of Seattle only accepts application materials through this online application process. Please submit a complete application to be considered for this position. A complete application includes the following:

• Completed Electronic Application Form
• Current Resume

Once you have created a profile, please remember to record your password. Responses will be sent to your Interview Exchange account if you use the 'Help Desk' feature. A hiring manager will contact candidates with qualifications and experience most aligned with current needs. Once the position is filled, you will see a status update in your account profile.

If you encounter technical problems while applying for a position, please use the 'Help Desk' feature in your Interview Exchange account to submit the issue to technical support. For non-technical issues or questions, please email employment@cityu.edu.

City University of Seattle is an equal opportunity employer and is continuously working to build a diverse faculty and staff. City University strongly encourages inquiries from all qualified individuals interested in becoming part of the CityU team, including women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.