What are the responsibilities and job description for the Charter Academy Mentor Teacher position at Weber State University?
Position Details
WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title
Charter Academy Mentor Teacher
Requisition Number
S02012P
Position Category
Staff
Campus Location
Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week
40
Months per year
9
Alternate work schedule
Pay Grade
E32
Salary
FLSA
Exempt
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Charter Academy at Weber State University is a model demonstration laboratory center that provides a unique learning experience for elementary students while simultaneously training and developing future educators.
The mentor teacher role includes modeling effective teaching practices in an elementary classroom that immerses students in experiential learning. The mentor teacher partners with the student teachers via coaching cycles to design and implement inquiry-driven and developmentally appropriate curricula, lead small groups, co-teach, conduct research, and reflect on data to improve teaching and learning practices for elementary students.
Additionally, mentor teachers represent WSU in the community by serving as a model and resource of evidence-based practice in elementary education.
The mentor teacher will work under the direction of the Charter Academy Head of School. The Charter Academy is located on the Weber State University Ogden campus.
Required Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education (or related field)
- Educator’s license (or experience/related licensure involving working with children)
- Cleared Background Screening
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred:
- Master’s Degree
- Minimum 3 years Teaching Experience in an Elementary Classroom
- Experience Developing Curriculum
- Instructional Coaching Experience
A successful candidate will be willing to
Background Check?
Yes
Benefits Summary
WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
02/26/2025
Review Date
03/12/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Notes to Applicant
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this 9-month position starts at $55,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous benefits package. This position is not eligible for Weber State University leave accrual.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.
Screening of applications will begin March 12, 2025. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.
Screening of applications will begin March 12, 2025. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/24935
ADA Essential Job Function
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position
Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles. , Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees., Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. , Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet. , Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. , Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion. , Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.
Physical Requirements of this position
Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.
Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection).
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.
None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
Salary : $55,000
