Adjunct Faculty - University Student Teacher Supervisor

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 6,000 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

The William & Mary School of Education is recruiting a pool of Adjunct Faculty – University Student Teacher Supervisors for the 2026-2027 academic year. Supervisors mentor and supervise teacher candidates during student teaching and serve as the instructor of record.

Observations, coaching, evaluations, and conferences are conducted with each candidate. Candidates must travel to placement sites, provide official transcripts, and be available for interviews.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• At least three years of successful, full-time teaching.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and supervise student teachers during student teaching.
• Observe student teachers five times per semester in K-12 settings.
• Provide coaching and formative feedback; conduct conferences with student-teacher/cooperating teacher pairs.
• Complete two formal evaluations of each student teacher’s performance.
• Serve as liaison between the university and area schools.
• Attend one training session per year.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teaching experience

Education

Master’s degree

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.

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

Compensation Grade: S99

Recruiting Start Date: 2026-09-21

Position Restrictions: Restricted Term

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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.

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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.