Field Supervisor, School Counseling
- Employer
- Lamar University
- Location
- Beaumont, TX, TX
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Field Supervisors play a vital role in preparing the next generation of professional school counselors. In this role, you will mentor, coach, observe, and support candidates enrolled in the School Counseling Educator Preparation Program (EPP) practicum and internship courses at Lamar University.Field Supervisors partner with candidates, site supervisors, and university faculty to help bridge theory and real-world school counseling practice. Through observation, reflective conferencing, and ongoing formative feedback, Field Supervisors support candidates as they develop professional identity, ethical judgment, and readiness for independent practice in Texas schools.
Supervision activities are conducted in alignment with Texas Education Agency (TEA) and State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) requirements and under the guidance of the Lamar University School Counseling EPP. Field Supervisors serve as trusted mentors and professional liaisons between the university and school sites, contributing meaningful evaluative information that supports candidate growth and informs program decisions related to certification readiness.
This role is ideal for experienced school counselors who value mentorship, professional development, and contributing to the preparation of future colleagues in the field.
- Conduct required observation activities, including:
- A minimum of three (3) informal observations per semester, each approximately fifteen (15) minutes in duration
- Formal observations as required by the EPP
- Conduct individual pre-conference meetings with the candidate prior to each observation
- Conduct post-conference meetings following each observation to review performance and provide targeted feedback
- Provide timely, specific verbal and written feedback addressing observable counseling skills and professional behaviors
- Document all observations, conferences, and communications with candidates and site supervisors in the university’s designated online system
- Share relevant materials, guidance, and resources with candidates and site supervisors as appropriate
- Maintain confidentiality of candidate, student, and school information in compliance with FERPA, university policy, and professional ethical standards
- Participate in additional training or calibration meetings with the Lead Field Supervisor or EPP as required during the course term
- Contribute to evaluation processes and certification recommendations in accordance with EPP and TEA requirements
- Post a welcome letter and contact information for assigned candidates in Blackboard
- Initiate contact with each assigned candidate within the first two (2) weeks of the assignment start date
- Establish initial contact with the site supervisor to support candidate growth and role clarity
- Collaborate with the candidate and site supervisor throughout the practicum or internship experience
- Obtain and maintain accurate contact information for the site supervisor, campus principal, and placement site.
- Candidate must hold a master’s degree in counseling and possess a minimum of three (3) years of successful experience as a certified school counselor.
- Possess a minimum of three (3) years of successful experience as a certified school counselor
- Hold a valid Texas School Counselor Certificate in good standing
- Hold current TEA-approved Field Supervisor Coaching Training and complete required renewals:
- Field Supervisors who have completed TEA-approved training must renew by September 1, 2026, and every three (3) years thereafter
- Demonstrate proficiency with Blackboard or comparable online learning management systems.
- Have experience working with adult learners in online or hybrid educational programs
- Completed training provided by the Educator Preparation Program prior to supervising candidates
- Demonstrate effective professional practice as an educator, including ethical practice, professional competence, and support of student development
- Ability to work remotely at a computer for extended periods
- Access to a reliable internet connection and a professional remote work environment
Required Documents:
- Curriculum Vita
- Cover Letter
- 3 letters of Recommendation/Reference
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Organization
Texas Roots. Infinite Possibilities.
Lamar University students enjoy small classes where they can build lasting friendships with professors and peers. The 270-acre campus is in Beaumont, Texas, located about 90 miles east of Houston and 25 miles west of the Louisiana border. A comprehensive public university, Lamar gives students a chance to explore a variety of interests to prepare them to succeed in whatever fields they choose.
Academics
A member of the Texas State University System, Lamar University offers 63 undergraduate, 47 master's and nine doctoral degree programs. The university has more than 13,000 students enrolled in five academic colleges - Arts and Sciences, Business, Education and Human Development, Engineering, Fine Arts and Communication. Lamar also offers the College of Graduate Studies and academic programs such as the Center for General Studies.
Students have access to numerous opportunities for scholarships, undergraduate research and study abroad programs. Lamar University students have:
- Performed research for NASA and flown experiments on NASA reduced-gravity flights.
- Presented original research at academic conferences as undergraduates in fields including mathematics, business and sociology.
- Enjoyed a 73 percent acceptance rate to medical and dental schools in recent years, compared to a 39 percent acceptance rate statewide.
- Gone on to lead major companies and make a name for themselves in fields from art and music to nursing and engineering.
Athletics
Students can participate in or cheer on their peers in more than a dozen NCAA Division I sports. Last year, the Cardinals were Southland Conference champions in men's golf, cross country and women's tennis. The volleyball and men's basketball teams were regular season co-champs and the women's basketball team was Southland Conference East Division champion. The LU baseball program has produced several major leaguers. The women's soccer program is entering its second season. The golf team has topped national rankings in recent years.
LU is beginning to rebuild a football program. A coach was hired in 2008. The stadium and athletic complex are being renovated, and the Cardinals plan to return to the gridiron in 2010.
Campus Life
A building boom at Lamar University in the past decade has given students access to state-of-the art facilities for learning, playing, dining and living.
Residents of Cardinal Village, the modern residence halls, have private bedrooms, high-speed Internet and amenities including an outdoor pool, basketball courts and community centers. The new dining hall offers a bistro ambience with international and American cuisine.
Working out in the Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center is like a trip to an exclusive gym where students have an automatic membership. Features include a 43-foot climbing wall, an elevated jogging track, new cardiovascular and weighttraining equipment, and courts for sports such as basketball, racquetball and indoor soccer. Competitive types can participate in intramural sports ranging from basketball and flag football to dodgeball, cricket and pool.
Making friends and building a social network is easy at Lamar with more than 100 clubs and organizations registered on campus. Through campus organizations, students can:
- Join a fraternity or sorority
- Get involved in community service
- Delve into a cause
- Nurture spiritual beliefs
- Start networking in future professions
- Do all of the above.
LU is a short drive from many outdoor adventures: a day at the beach, canoeing or fishing on area rivers and bayous, hiking in the Big Thicket National Preserve. Shopping and entertainment options also are nearby including theaters, museums and live music venues large and small.
History
Lamar University was founded in 1923 as South Park Junior College a few blocks from the current location. The name changed to Lamar College in 1932 to honor Mirabeau B. Lamar, second president of the Republic of Texas and the "Father of Education" in Texas. In 1951, the school became Lamar State College of Technology, a state-supported four-year institution, the first junior college in Texas to make such a transition. The name changed to Lamar University in 1971. The university joined the Texas State University System in 1995.
Visit/Apply
Visit campus to learn more about all Lamar University has to offer. Guided campus tours normally are scheduled at 10 a.m. or 2 p.m. Monday through Friday.
To arrange a campus visit, call (409) 880-8316 or e-mail recruitment@lamar.edu
To apply for admission, financial aid and scholarships, go to http://lamar.edu/admissions
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