Job Information
University of Kansas POOL - Teacher Candidate Supervisor in Lawrence, Kansas
27608BR
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) :
27608BR
Disclaimer:
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employ@ku.edu for alternate access options. Any inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies should be directed to: Executive Director of the Office of Institutional Opportunity and Access,
IOA@ku.edu , 1246 W. Campus Road, Room 153A, 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 and an awareness of issues of diversity, inclusion, and equity
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.