Adjunct Instructor - University Supervisor Pool

The School of Education at Maryville University hires part-time faculty on an ongoing basis to supervise teacher candidates in field placements as part of our Teacher Preparation Program. Qualified applicants will be placed in the departmental pool and will be contacted as openings become available. There is no need to contact us; this is an ongoing pool. The University Supervisors are primarily specialists in Elementary, Early Childhood education, and individual content areas. The University Supervisor serves as a liaison between the cooperating teacher, teacher candidate, and the School of Education.

University Supervisors have the privilege of working with diverse groups of individuals. We seek colleagues who embrace this opportunity with respect and skill.

The School of Education is particularly interested in applicants who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:

• Attend all professional development and training sessions for University Supervisors as indicated by the School of Education
• Attend all required School of Education meetings as indicated by the School of Education
• Provide constructive support and suggestions to assist each teacher candidate's professional growth
• Observe, coach, and evaluate teacher candidates' performance in student teaching/practicums
• Conduct multiple or 5 site visits over the 15-week placement for observations, coaching, and evaluation; three - six site visits for student teachers
• Complete all School of Education required documentation by indicated deadlines
• Question activities and teaching strategies that assist the teacher candidate in reflecting on their teaching lesson and broadening their own self-evaluation
• Demonstrate and reflect knowledge of effective instructional practices in the classroom;
• Participate in problem-solving and remain flexible in seeking solutions
• Promote instructional strategies approved by the School of Education that can reach a wide variety of learners, as well as expect higher-level thinking skills
• Respect the cultural implications and expectations of the partnering schools that the teacher candidates are placed
• Value other's professional opinions and time, yet willing to give the time necessary for feedback and discussion
• Promote and sustain positive working relationships among the cooperating teachers; building administrators; and the teacher candidates

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Education from a regionally accredited institution
• Current Missouri Teaching Certification
• Must be willing to complete an FBI Fingerprinting Background Check and Missouri Department of Health, Senior Services Family Care Safety Background Screening, and a Tuberculosis test at your own expense
• Must have a minimum of three years teaching experience in an urban or suburban public school settings in relevant certification areas pertaining to Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle (Science, Social Studies, Math, or Language Arts) or High school (Biology, Chemistry, English, Social Science, or Math)
• Must have a clean driving record with a valid Missouri driver's license
• Must own a car with current auto insurance; insurance must be kept current
• Knowledge of the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Teacher Standards
• Must be flexible with scheduling visits
• Must be willing to drive to all partnering schools assigned
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Excellent critical thinking skills
• Superior technical capabilities