Faculty - Adjunct Professor, Education - University Supervisor

1 day ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States North Park University Full time $60,000 - $100,000 per year

About North Park

Founded in 1891, North Park University is a Christian university affiliated with the Evangelical Covenant Church of over 3,200 students from around the country and the world.

North Park University is located in the Albany Park neighborhood of Chicago, one of the most ethnically diverse zip codes in the United States. It is nine miles from downtown Chicago. The North Park campus has often been referred to as an oasis in the heart of the city – a place where students from urban, rural, and suburban backgrounds alike can call home. And all of this within the major metropolitan backdrop of Chicago: one of the world's largest and most diversified economies, renowned for its museums and music, and voted best large city in the U.S. for four years in a row by Condé Nast Traveler.

Mission

The mission of North Park University is to prepare students for lives of significance and service through education in the liberal arts, professional studies, and theology.

Vision

Building on our core institutional identity—Christian, city-centered, intercultural—our vision is to create a university of uncommon character and enduring excellence, where faith, learning, and service meet.

Title: University Supervisor (Clinical Observations)

Position Overview

North Park University's School of Education seeks a dedicated and experienced educator to serve as a University Supervisor for teacher candidates during their clinical practice (student teaching). This role is pivotal in bridging academic preparation with real-world classroom experience, ensuring candidates meet professional standards and are well-equipped for licensure and success in diverse educational settings.

Duties and Responsibilities

o    Observe and evaluate teacher candidates during their student teaching placements (typically 2–3 observations per candidate).

o    Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to support candidates' professional growth.

o    Collaborate with cooperating teachers and school administrators to ensure a supportive learning environment.

o    Conduct midterm and final evaluations using university rubrics and assessment tools.

o    Facilitate reflective conversations and goal-setting with teacher candidates.

o    Maintain accurate documentation of observations, evaluations, and communication.

o    Attend orientation sessions and periodic supervisor meetings hosted by the School of Education.

o    Uphold North Park University's mission and values, including its commitment to diversity, faith, and community engagement.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Master's degree in education or a related field (Doctorate preferred).
  • Experience with the Danielson Framework for Teaching, or the Illinois State Performance Evaluation
  • Valid teaching license and a minimum of 5 years of classroom experience.
  • Prior experience supervising or mentoring pre-service teachers strongly preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Familiarity with edTPA, Danielson Framework, or similar evaluation models is a plus.
  • Commitment to culturally responsive teaching and equity in education.

Desired:

  • Passion for teacher development and educational excellence.
  • Ability to travel to local schools in the Chicagoland area.
  • Technological proficiency for documentation and virtual meetings.
  • Alignment with North Park's Christian mission and urban-serving identity.

Compensation:

$100 per observation, plus travel reimbursement.

No benefits provided.

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