Teaching Specialist/Lecturer Continuous Recruitment FY23

4 weeks ago


Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States University of Minnesota Full time
Job ID348893
LocationTwin Cities
Job FamilyEducation-General
Full/Part TimePart-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Job Code9754
Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin

About the Job

Position Overview

The Dual Language and Immersion Licensure program in the Multiple Pathways to Teaching (MPT) office, College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) has openings for temporary, non-tenured, Academic Professional and Administrative (P&A) positions, paid on a per course basis, and appointed as Teaching Specialist/Lecturer. These appointments are typically arranged semester by semester or summer and employment is contingent upon the course meeting its enrollment target.

Applications are reviewed as openings occur, and individual applicants are invited to interview when their skills or areas of expertise match an opening. This posting is designed to establish a pool of instructors. Applications will not be acknowledged, but will be reviewed when such openings occur throughout the academic year.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, teaching graduate level courses for students pursuing initial licensure, and clinical supervision. We seek to hire individuals who are interested in teaching and/or supporting clinical supervision throughout the program. The syllabi have already been developed and we require that instructors use these as they are part of an overall program design.

Clinical Supervision (90%)

  • Observe and supervise students in the program
  • Provide teacher candidate weekly feedback, mentorship, and support
  • Field Experience occurs in year one of two for teacher candidates and is 100 hours for the candidate; supervision is for 10 hours per teacher candidate over the course of two semesters
  • Student Teaching occurs in year two of two; supervision is for 2 hours per week during the student teaching semester.
  • Complete at least 4 required observations and observation documentation for Student Teaching
  • Complete and document at least 3 triad meetings during Student Teaching
  • Complete required teacher candidate evaluations

Supervision Preparation (10%)

  • Complete required supervisor orientation modules on Canvas
  • Meet with the program coordinator and director prior to beginning the course

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Master's degree or higher in related field of study
  • Related experiences either as a teacher of record (3 or more years as a professionally licensed teacher of record aligned to the position's licensure area field or scope) or experience in teacher evaluation as a current/former E-12 administrator.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in dual language, immersion, or bilingual education
  • Experience in equity-based pedagogy and advocacy
  • Earned Ph.D. in an education field
  • Experience teacher candidates and/or new teachers
  • Demonstrated leadership in education
  • Evidence of being able to work within a team
  • Evidence of organizational ability, including the ability to coordinate multiple tasks
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated experience with or interest in alternative routes to licensure
  • Evidence of the capacity to be a problem solver

*Employees with an M.A. will be hired as a Teaching Specialist. Employees with a Ph.D. will be hired as a lecturer


About the Department

Department Overview

We are a community dedicated to social justice and equity in education. Our students, faculty, and staff are working towards improving educational practices, preparing new teachers for success, and helping students learn while supporting their cultures and identities.We are reimagining what education can be. Our department has three main focus areas.

  • Research: Our research spans the breadth of educational practice for children and adults. We are dedicated to creating more engaging and effective ways to teach and learn.
  • Teaching: We prepare our students to become effective leaders and teachers who understand how our culture and society impacts students, classrooms, and the field of education so we can make change for the better.
  • Equity: We partner with schools and communities to support the engagement and preparedness of all learners.

College Overview

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), the third largest college and the University, contributes to a just and sustainable future through engagement with the local and global communities to enhance human learning and development at all stages of the life span. We know diversity is necessary to do our best work and foster our humanity. That's why the CEHD community is collectively dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment, embracing and celebrating all identities of our students, staff, and faculty. These values are also a moral imperative requiring continuous proactive measures and a firm stance against prejudice, discrimination, and systemic injustice.


How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail or call UOHR


Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U:


Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.


About the U of M



The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.



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