Adjunct, College of Education Clinical Experiences

Job Summary

The Adjunct for the College of Education Clinical Experiences plays a role in teaching and supervising students during their placements. This position requires excellence in instruction, mentorship, and collaboration with both university and school site personnel. Adjunct Faculty are expected to be responsive to changing professional needs, committed to innovative instruction, and dedicated to student success.

Job Description

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Supervise teacher candidates during their field placements, acting as a liaison between the school site and the University.
• Serve as both an advocate and evaluator for the candidate, sharing responsibilities with the cooperating teacher.
• Conduct regular meetings with both the teacher candidate and cooperating teacher to monitor progress and ensure program efficacy.
• Make formal observations throughout the semester, providing formative feedback and suggestions for improvement. Conduct unannounced visits and observations as needed.
• Teach assigned courses, prepare syllabi and instructional materials, and coordinate seminars per semester, as needed.
• Utilize university technologies such as Canvas for instruction and communication.
• Assist in curriculum development when necessary.

Other duties:

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a related field or at least eighteen (18+) graduate hours or a terminal degree with relevant doctoral-level coursework from a regionally accredited institution.
• Teaching and mentoring experience.
• Clinical Educator Training.