SMU Teacher Preparation Program Supervisor (Austin)

Description The SMU Teacher Preparation Program is hiring experienced teachers and administrators to mentor the next generation of teachers in Austin. The Supervisor role largely requires one to: Complete online new supervisor training. (Expect information via email in early August/December.) Conduct an orientation for the cooperating teacher before the clinical teaching semester begins. This session should provide information concerning the program and required responsibilities. Conduct a clinical teacher orientation by the first day of the clinical teaching semester. Primarily, this session should review the Handbook. Monitor clinical teacher's notebook during the clinical teaching semester. Observe, assess, and evaluate the clinical teacher regarding teaching, planning, management, and professionalism (3 formal 45-minute observations per semester). Conduct mid-point and summative 3-way conference with the clinical teacher and cooperating teacher. Write recommendation letters. Act as a liaison between the school district and Teacher Preparation Program. Qualifications A qualified candidate for this position meets the following criteria: 3 years teaching experience Master's degree Current Texas teaching certification and/or principal (mid-management) or superintendent certification Accomplished educator (as shown by student learning) Experience mentoring teachers Commitment for one academic year It is not required that the supervisor is a current district employee. Application Instructions Thank you for considering this role. We are reviewing applications on an as need basis. Thus, this is an applicant pool. Please submit the following documents: Resume Cover letter that addresses all qualification criteria. Valid and active copy of Educator Certificate. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement SMU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southern Methodist University