Adjunct Faculty - University Student Teacher Supervisor

William & Mary; United States; On-site; USD 2,100 - 4,200; Part time

Job summary

William and Mary School of Education invites applications for a pool of university supervisors for the 2026-2027 academic year. Responsibilities include mentoring and supervising teacher candidates during student teaching, observing them across five visits, providing coaching and formative feedback, and conducting conferences with the student-teacher pair.

The supervisor also completes two formal evaluations, serves as a liaison with partner schools, and attends one annual training.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Current or former state teaching license.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and supervise teacher candidates during student teaching.
• Observe student teachers five times across a semester in K-12 settings.
• Provide coaching and formative evaluations with written feedback.
• Facilitate conferences with student-teacher–cooperating teacher pairs.
• Complete two formal evaluations of each student teacher's performance.
• Liaise between the university and partner schools; attend one training session per year.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree

State teaching license

Job description

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.

Job Description

We will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Compensation is $705 per student supervised. Mileage reimbursement for required site visits will be provided following the W&M travel policy and process.

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 Statement

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Background Check

William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Applicant Notice

By applying for this position, you consent to William & Mary's use, review, and retention of your application materials for recruitment and employment purposes. Materials may be shared with authorized individuals participating in the hiring process and will be managed in accordance with applicable laws and university policies.

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.