The School of Education at the University of California, Riverside, a minority serving institution, invites applications for Supervisor of Teacher Education in all subjects, with special consideration for Spanish, English, and Multiple Subject with a Bilingual Authorization in Spanish, and those with expertise in K-12 Ethnic Studies. These positions are for one-year, in a cohort-based program, and may be part time or full time. The UCR Teacher Education Program is committed to serving the Inland Southern California community and has partnerships with schools and districts throughout Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. It provides high quality, focused teacher preparation grounded in comprehensive mentoring for student and intern teachers. Priority consideration will be given to individuals previously appointed as a Supervisor of Teacher Education with the School of Education. The position will commence July 1, 2022, or as negotiated.
We are seeking applicants who have culturally sustaining and equity-focused expertise in the areas of teaching linguistically and culturally diverse students and in mentoring or supervising teachers. Supervisors teach courses identified for student and/or intern teaching seminars, student and/or intern teaching field experiences, and teaching performance assessment. Supervisors are expected to provide high quality instruction, mentorship, and supervision to a cohort of diverse pre-service and/or intern teachers according to California Commission on Teacher Credentialing and program requirements; assist in program events, trainings, and meetings; and, complete course syllabi, program reports and required documentation according to deadlines.
Minimum qualifications are: A Master's degree or equivalent; a minimum of 5 years of teaching experience with racially, linguistically, and socio-economically diverse student populations in a K-12 public school system; mentoring, coaching, or supervising teachers, including explicit expertise with teachers of Color; knowledge of California Common Core Standards. Preferred qualifications include a current California teaching credential (with special consideration for Spanish, English, and Multiple Subject with a Bilingual Authorization in Spanish); knowledge of Ethnic Studies; exceptional communication and networking skills; proficiency in Office software applications; demonstrated teaching success with diverse student populations; experience in supervising or mentoring pre-service teachers; knowledge of and experience in current education reform efforts, such as Common Core Standards in Mathematics and Common Core Standards in Literacy in Science; knowledge of new program standards and teaching performance expectations; knowledge of and experience in teacher performance assessment; experience with integrating technology in classroom curriculum; and, experience with developing and maintaining relationships with schools and districts in the Inland region. Specifically, the supervisor of teacher education is responsible for the following:
Participation in Program Activities
* Attends monthly and quarterly Supervisor of Teacher Education meetings;
* Attends staff development sessions/days during program year as required;
and,
* Attends University and/or School of Education social events as required;
* Participates on advisory and/or scholarship committees.
* Possible Multiple Subjects, Single Subject or Special Education Program
Coordination.
Instructor
* Teaches a 2-hour student teaching seminar once a week per quarter; seminar
typically scheduled between 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. and
* Teaches a 1-hour teacher performance assessment course once a week per
quarter; course typically scheduled between 8:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Supervision of Student Teaching
* Conducts a minimum of four (4) formal observations (per quarter) of
classroom instruction per candidate during public school hours;
* Makes additional observation at school sites as necessary and as requested;
* Completes, collects and submits all required documents for student teaching
and internship according to program deadlines;
* Weekly communication with candidates in person, via Zoom, by phone, and/or
via e-mail;
* Works with the academic advisor for placement of candidates in approved
local school districts;
* Conducts orientation with mentor teachers and principals about teacher
education program requirements; maintains ongoing communication
throughout the candidate's placement; and,
* Communicates with Teacher Education Director and staff to address student
questions and concerns.
Advancement as a represented Non-Senate Faculty (NSF) Lecturer/Supervisor of Teacher Education at the University of California is dependent upon re-appointment. For more information about advancement and reappointment as a member of Unit 18, please review the current Unit 18 Labor Contract.
Salary will be commensurate with education and experience plus benefits applicable for part-time employment at the University. Review of applicants will begin on May 9, 2022 and will continue until position is filled. Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Frances Valdovinos, Chair of the Search Committee, frances.valdovinos@ucr.edu .
Interested individuals should send an electronic application, including a cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV), three letters of recommendation, a statement of teaching philosophy, and a statement of contributions to diversity to https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/JPF01567 .