SMU Teacher Preparation Program Supervisor (San Antonio)

Description

The SMU Teacher Preparation Program is hiring experienced teachers and administrators to mentor the next generation of teachers in San Antonio. The Supervisor role largely requires one to:

• Complete online new supervisor training. (Expect information via email in early August/December.)
• Conduct an orientation for the cooperating teacher before the clinical teaching semester begins. This session should provide information concerning the program and required responsibilities.
• Conduct a clinical teacher orientation by the first day of the clinical teaching semester. Primarily, this session should review the Handbook.
• Monitor clinical teacher's notebook during the clinical teaching semester.
• Observe, assess, and evaluate the clinical teacher regarding teaching, planning, management, and professionalism (3 formal 45-minute observations per semester).
• Conduct mid-point and summative 3-way conference with the clinical teacher and cooperating teacher.
• Write recommendation letters.
• Act as a liaison between the school district and Teacher Preparation Program.

Qualifications

A qualified candidate for this position meets the following criteria:

• 3 years teaching experience
• Master's degree
• Current Texas teaching certification and/or principal (mid-management) or superintendent certification
• Accomplished educator (as shown by student learning)
• Experience mentoring teachers
• Commitment for one academic year
• It is not required that the supervisor is a current district employee.

Application Instructions

We are reviewing applicants on an as needed basis. Please submit the following documents:

1. Resume
2. Cover letter that addresses all qualification criteria.
3. Valid and active Educator Certificate.
4. Requisite forms.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

SMU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression.