Secondary Education Student Teaching Supervisor

TITLE

Secondary Education Student Teaching Supervisor

CLASSIFICATION

Adjunct Faculty (Field-Based Role)

DEPARTMENT

Education

POSITION SUMMARY

Moravian University invites applications for the part-time position of Stage 3/4 Student Teaching Supervisor, beginning in the Fall 2026 semester. The supervisor will serve as a mentor, coach, and evaluator for undergraduate and/or graduate teacher candidates in their field placements. This role focuses on supporting student teachers during their Stage 3 (pre-student teaching) and Stage 4 (full student teaching) experiences, ensuring alignment with Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) standards and program goals. This is a field-based adjunct position that requires regular travel during school hours to assigned school sites.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Observe and evaluate student teachers in their clinical settings.
• Provide timely, constructive, and actionable feedback on teaching performance.
• Conduct formal observations and complete PDE-aligned evaluation forms (e.g., PDE 430).
• Support mentor/cooperating teachers and student teachers in navigating the supervision process.
• Maintain consistent and professional communication with university faculty, mentor/cooperating teachers, and student teachers.
• Facilitate triad meetings and coaching conversations that promote reflection and instructional growth.
• Participate in orientation, calibration sessions, and supervisor meetings as required.
• Ensure timely submission of observation reports, evaluations, and final grades.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree and Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) teaching certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years of successful PK-12 teaching and/or supervisory experience.
• PDE-approved administrative certification preferred (e.g., Principal, Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction).
• Demonstrated coaching and mentoring skills in educational settings.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel independently during school hours to local partnering districts.