Adjunct: Student Teaching Supervisor

About Holy Family University

Holy Family University is a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth founded in 1954. The University is a private institution in the Catholic tradition with campus locations in Philadelphia and Newtown PA. The main campus is nestled in the heart of a historic residential neighborhood in Northeast Philadelphia that is vibrant and just minutes from the excitement of Center City. The Newtown campus is located in Bucks County surrounded by nature and a step away from parks, farmers' markets and great dining.

One of the best parts of Holy Family University is our welcoming atmosphere--and that's not by chance. Our mission centers on creating an environment that encourages all members to get to know one another, learn from one another, and experience a range of perspectives and worldviews. Our community is strong because of this.

Position Summary

The School of Education invites applications for adjunct instructors to serve as Student Teaching Supervisors for the Fall 2026 semester. We seek dynamic individuals that will serve as a mentor, coach, and evaluator for undergraduate and/or graduate teacher candidates in their field placements. This role focuses on supporting student teachers during their Stage 3 (practicum) and Stage 4 (full student teaching) experiences, ensuring alignment with Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) standards and program goals. This is a field-based adjunct position that requires regular travel during school hours to assigned school sites.

All employees are expected to understand the mission of Catholic higher education and to support the core values, mission, goals and objectives of Holy Family University.

Responsibilities

• Observe and evaluate student teachers in their clinical settings.
• Provide timely, constructive, and actionable feedback on teaching performance.
• Conduct formal observations and complete PDE-aligned evaluation forms (e.g., PDE 430).
• Support mentor/cooperating teachers and student teachers in navigating the supervision process.
• Maintain consistent and professional communication with university faculty, mentor/cooperating teachers, and student teachers.
• Facilitate coaching conversations that promote reflection and instructional growth.
• Participate in orientation and supervisor meetings as required.
• Ensure timely submission of observation reports, evaluations, and final grades.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Master's degree and Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) teaching certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years of successful PK-12 teaching and/or supervisory experience.
• PDE-approved administrative certification preferred (e.g., Principal, Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction).
• Demonstrated coaching and mentoring skills in educational settings.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic Social Teaching
• Ability to travel independently during school hours to local partnering districts.

Additional Skills:

• Candidates should be comfortable using digital tools for documentation and communication (e.g., Google Suite, email, Zoom, AI).
• Familiarity with PA teacher evaluation tools and current instructional best practices is highly desirable.
• Supervisors must uphold the educational standards and expectations which include respectful engagement, creation of student-centered learning environments, accountability, inclusion, and lifelong learning.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply for open positions by submitting a current CV and cover letter. Please visit our career center to apply directly. Review of applications will begin immediately.

Official transcripts from undergraduate and graduate institutions and three letters of recommendation will be required upon hire.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Holy Family University seeks to foster a welcoming and a healthy educational and work environment based on respect, the dignity of each person and the oneness of the human family. Holy Family University is dedicated to ensuring an environment free of discrimination or harassment of any kind, and promotes equal opportunity in its employment and education.

For more details on our commitment to nondiscrimination click HERE