What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Instructor/Supervisor Urban Teacher Education, UMKC School of Education position at University of Missouri-Kansas City?
Division of Teacher Education and Curriculum Studies in the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Education, Social Work, and Psychological Sciences
- Teaching or assisting in teaching courses in initial teacher certification
- Supervise and observe all assigned teacher candidates in their field and/or clinical experience(s)
- Assess candidate teaching performance during field and/or clinical experience(s)
- Complete electronic observation forms to document candidate performance
- Document plan of action/interventions used to assist candidate in developing knowledge, skills and dispositions
- May include teaching a linking seminar course that reinforces knowledge, skills and dispositions from field and clinical experiences
- Provide constructive support, suggestions and recommendations to assist the candidate's growth and development
- Demonstrate and reflect knowledge of effective instructional practices for differing classrooms
- Maintain individual candidate documentation and confidentiality
- Serve as a liaison between the university and practicum site while promoting and sustaining positive relationships with the Cooperating Mentor Teacher(s), teacher candidates, principal and university faculty.
- Respond to email, phone calls, questions and other inquiries in a timely manner
- Participate in Seminars as requested
- Participate in regularly scheduled university supervisor, program and/or adjunct faculty meetings
- Travel significantly in the metro Kansas City region
- Communicates clearly in a timely manner issues and/or concerns regarding candidate performance to faculty and the Coordinator of Field Experiences
- Demonstrate knowledge, skills and dispositions that clearly align with the School of Education mission, vision and values
- A Master's degree in Education (Specific content areas include: Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Middle School and Secondary Math, Social Studies, Language Arts/English/Literacy and/or Multicultural Education)
- A Specialist of Doctoral degree in Education preferred
- At least three years of successful PK-12 public school experience as a classroom teacher or equivalent in an urban setting (at least 5 years for some positions)
- Current or prior teacher certification in the United States
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Competence in use of technology such as Canvas and online repositories
- Demonstrated understanding and commitment to education
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with others.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor teachers.
- Valid driver's license and access to transportation required.
You must combine all application materials (a letter expressing interest in and perspectives on the position, curriculum vita, a writing sample and other supporting materials, as well as contact information of four references) into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as your resume attachment. Limit document name to 50 characters. Size limit 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).
References will not be contacted until advanced stages of screening, and candidates will receive prior notification.
If you are experiencing technical problems, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.
An official copy of transcripts(s), showing degree(s) with courses completed, and conferring institutions will be required before an official offer is made to the candidate.
Handling of Application Materials
After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with all faculty in all departments involved.
For further information about this position, please contact the Co-Chair of the search committee Dr. Jennifer Waddell at 816.235.2443 or via email at waddellj@umkc.edu
This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.
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