Adjunct Faculty - University Student Teacher Supervisor

WM001 William & Mary; South Carolina; On-site; USD 700 - 1,400; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement for site visits

Job summary

William & Mary invites applications for adjunct faculty to supervise university student teachers. The supervisor mentors candidates, observes performance, and provides feedback. This role serves as instructor of record and liaises with partner schools.

Responsibilities include five student-teacher observations per semester, formal evaluations, and attendance at annual training sessions. Travel to placement sites is required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Current or former state teaching license.
• At least three years of successful, full-time teaching.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and supervise student teachers during their placements.
• Observe student teachers five times per semester in K-12 settings.
• Provide coaching, formative feedback, and conduct conferences with student-teacher pairs.

Skills

Mentoring

Observation and feedback

Verbal and written communication

Education

Master’s degree

Teaching license (state)

Three years of full-time teaching

Job description

Job Requisition: JR102110 Adjunct Faculty - University Student Teacher Supervisor (Open) Job Posting Title: Adjunct Faculty - University Student Teacher Supervisor Department: CC00182 WM001 | SOE | Education Operations Job Family: Faculty - Adjunct Worker Sub-Type: Adjunct (non-benefited) Job Requisition Primary Location: William & Mary Primary Job Posting Location: Posting Location - William & Mary

Job Description Summary

The William & Mary School of Education is recruiting a pool of persons for the 2026-2027 academic year to be considered for possible university supervisor positions. The university supervisor is responsible for mentoring and supervising W&M teacher candidates during their student teaching experience and is the instructor of record for student teaching. Supervisors observe the student teachers 5 times across a semester in K-12 public school settings, provide coaching, formatively evaluate their performance, provide written feedback, and facilitate conferences with each student-teacher-cooperating teacher pair. In addition, the supervisor completes two formal, evaluations of each student teacher’s performance, and serves as a liaison between the university and area schools. The university supervisor is required to attend one training session per year. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Hired candidates are required to provide official transcripts before the contracted start date. Applicants must be willing and able to travel to placement sites in partner school divisions. The review of applications is ongoing. Compensation is $705 per student supervised. Mileage reimbursement for required site visits will be provided following the W&M travel policy and process. We will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree.
• Former teacher and/or instructional administrator in a public school division.
• At least three years of successful, full-time teaching.
• Written or verbal recommendation(s) of former supervisors or administrative colleagues.
• Current or former state teaching license.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Educational coaching or mentoring experience, especially with novice teachers.

Conditions of Employment

• Ability and willingness to travel to any of the placement school sites and partner divisions.
• This is a restricted appointment, limited to a specified term.
• This position is not eligible for benefits.

Job Profile

JP0738 - Adjunct Professor NTE - Exempt - Salary - S99 Qualifications: Compensation Grade: S99 Recruiting Start Date: 2026-09-21 Position Restrictions: Restricted Term EEO is the Law. Applicants can learn more about William & Mary’s status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the "Know Your Rights" poster published by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal

Background Check

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Probationary Period Notice

Individuals selected for full-time staff positions will be required to complete a twelve (12) month probationary period in accordance with university policy.

Remote Work Disclaimer

Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.

Benefits

William & Mary offers a competitive range of benefits that support employee well‑being and professional growth, including access to on‑campus fitness facilities, university libraries, and other wellness resources. Educational assistance, professional development opportunities, and a robust holiday schedule are also available. Learn more and explore our comprehensive benefits website.

Application Portal Availability

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