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
Other duties as assigned
This position is Part Time and not eligible for benefits. Hours
vary depending on the opportunity. Contracts are generally issued
on a semester-by-semester basis
Qualifications
- 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
for Supervision roles.
Application Materials
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.
For questions about the position, contact
umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu, including the Job ID number and the
name of the position.
If you are experiencing technical problems while applying, 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.
Other Information
For further information about this position, please contact the
department Office Support Assistant IV, Sam Chartrand, at (816)
235-1318 or kchartrand@umkc.edu.
Benefit Eligibility
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/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement/retirement/core-voluntary-plans
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.
