Student Teacher Supervisor

Student-Teacher Supervisor

The Student-Teacher Supervisor is a representative of Keuka College who is responsible for the supervision of the student-teacher and serves as a liaison between the college and the personnel of the school district, promoting a positive relationship between the college and the school. The task of the supervisor is to orient the student teacher and cooperating teacher to the student teaching program, to supervise the student-teacher in becoming an effective teacher, to counsel the student-teacher in developing their own philosophy, and to encourage reflection on the student teaching experience, and to evaluate the student-teacher. This is a pool position. The Division Chair will access the applicant pool when there is a hiring need and qualified applicants for this position could be called for an interview on an as-needed basis.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Weekly interaction with assigned student teacher(s) and cooperating teachers.
• Conduct goal-setting, pre-observation, and reflective post-observation conferences with student teachers
• Completion of supervisory tasks as outlined in the Student-Teacher Supervisor Handbook, including classroom observations, weekly written feedback, and assessment of student-teacher(s)as specified.
• Responsible for ensuring that assigned tasks are completed in compliance with various institutional and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a professional and courteous attitude at all times towards co-workers, and internal and external customers, representing Keuka College, its programs, policies, and procedures in a positive and professional manner. Maintain effective working relationships to ensure institution-wide teamwork.
• Attend provided/necessary training and other meetings to support effectiveness within the position as required.
• Consistently demonstrate high standards of integrity by supporting the Keuka College mission, vision, and values and adhering to institutional policies.
• Maintain a high regard for student privacy in accordance with the FERPA privacy policies and procedures.
• Regular and reliable attendance is expected and required.
• Perform other functions as assigned by management.

Physical Requirements:

• Occasional evening hours/weekends.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.

Requirements:

• Master's Degree in Education-related field
• Classroom teaching experience as a highly effective instructor.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Capable of mentoring with skills in observation, providing feedback, holding professional conversations, and working collaboratively.
• Understand and behave with a high level of integrity and complete confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to be sensitive to and respond to the needs/concerns of students, faculty, college staff, and the public.
• Ability to work under pressure with a high tolerance for interruptions, and the ability to work with diverse groups of people.

About Keuka College:

Keuka College, founded in 1890, is a liberal arts-based, private, four-year college in the heart of New York's Finger Lakes. The College offers small classes augmented by its trademark Field Period® program – an annual, 140-hour experiential learning internship. Graduates leave with significant, real-world experience because of this immersion in experiential learning – long the cornerstone of a Keuka College education. The College's 290-acre campus hosts just under 1,000 students, approximately 220 employees, and more than 5,000 summer conference guests. It is the largest private employer in Yates County, where its annual regional economic impact is more than $110 million. With a home campus on the shore of Keuka Lake, satellite classes throughout New York, and international programs in China and Vietnam, Keuka College carries on the original mission of its founder, the Rev. Dr. George Harvey Ball, to educate young students and adult learners "to bring strength to our nation and to help humanity." The College is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Keuka College is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, this job description lists only those responsibilities and qualifications deemed essential.