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University of Kansas

POOL - Teacher Candidate Supervisor

University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas, us, 66045


28540BR

Job Title:

POOL - Teacher Candidate Supervisor

Department:

Curriculum & Teaching

Primary Campus:

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus

Job Description:

100% - Supervisors are responsible for the following (1.0 FTE):

Attending University Supervisor Training sessions offered throughout the semester

Attending online monthly meetings

Attending an initial meeting with the clinical supervisor and teacher candidate

Acting as the liaison between the school site and University

Completing up to four observations during school hours

Completing formative and summative evaluations online

Conducting pre- and post-conference meetings with both student teachers and clinical supervisors for every formal observation

Providing formative feedback and suggestions for improvement

Reviewing lesson plans prior to formal observations

Communicating regularly with teacher candidates and clinical supervisors

Promoting and sustain positive working relationships amongst the clinical supervisor, teacher candidate, and principal

Responding to emails, phone calls, questions and other inquiries in a timely manner

Communicating concerns with the Director of Student Teaching

Documenting plan of action/interventions used to assist teacher candidates in improving skills

Grading teacher candidates’ work submitted online and providing feedback

Acting as a critical resource for teacher candidates as they face the challenges of teaching

Respecting the cultural implications and expectations of the school and community

Req ID

(Ex: 10567BR)

:

28540BR

Disclaimer:

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.

Contact Information to Applicants:

Dr. Nicole Babalola

nsb.singleton@ku.edu

Position Number:

various

Required Qualifications:

The applicant must hold a master’s degree in Education or other field appropriate to subject area and a minimum of 5 years relevant PK-12 teaching or administrative experience

Ability to communicate effectively with students, teachers, administrators, and university faculty as evidenced by application materials

Applicants must be available during the regular K-12 school day for supervision

Knowledge of working with multicultural populations

Position Requirements:

Current teaching license

Ability to travel to multiple school settings within a 50-mile radius of Lawrence, KS

Employee Class:

F-Faculty

Advertised Salary Range:

$500 per Teacher Candidate

FTE:

.25

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience observing and evaluating teaching performance

Basic technology knowledge including experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Canvas

Position Overview:

The University of Kansas, Department of Curriculum & Teaching anticipates openings for the position of University Supervisor in the 2024-2025 academic year.

The University Supervisor is an adjunct faculty member in the School of Education (SOE). The supervisor serves as the liaison between the SOE&HS and the PK-12 school where teacher candidates are placed for their student teaching/internship. The primary function of the university supervisor is to provide guidance for the teacher candidate in their development of teaching competency and to give assistance to the clinical supervisor.

University supervisors should have academic backgrounds and experience in the field of education and have taught successfully at the levels they supervise. We are seeking university supervisors who have prior teaching experience in the areas of early childhood, elementary, middle/secondary social studies, middle/secondary English, middle/secondary science, middle/secondary math, and world languages. Supervisors must be available to observe and conference with teacher candidates during the school day.

Amount of work required can vary by position and will range in FTE.

Applications will be accepted throughout the year. The successful applicant must have appropriate authorization to work in the U.S. before employment begins.

Reg/Temp:

Temporary

Application Review Begins:

22-Apr-2024

Additional Candidate Instruction:

A complete application includes an online application, resume/CV, cover letter addressing position requirements, copy of a valid teaching license and a list of two (2) professional references.

Review of applications will be ongoing.