Faculty Mentor - Alternative Licensure

CU Colorado Springs; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 8,632 - 10,339; Part time

Job summary

The College of Education at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) will establish and maintain a pool of Faculty Mentors to supervise alternative teacher licensure candidates. Appointments are part-time (<50% time) and made semester-by-semester, per ACT scheduling.

Mentors will conduct observations, mentor candidates, attend monthly meetings, and coordinate with school-site personnel. Some supervision may be hybrid or remote; background checks are required; positions are open until filled.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Education from an accredited college or university.
• Professional teaching experience is required.
• Experience mentoring pre‑service teachers is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct formal and informal lesson observations in‑person or via video tools to set goals with candidates.
• Assess candidates' work submitted in an assessment database (lesson plans, reflections, videos, etc.).
• Complete dispositional assessments for candidates.
• Perform a summative evaluation of each candidate's performance each ACT period.
• Score candidates' summative program portfolios.
• Enter documentation into an assessment database and maintain accurate records.
• Meet with each candidate individually once or more per month and communicate with school site personnel.

Skills

Professional teaching experience

Mentoring pre-service teachers

Education

Master's Degree in Education

Job description

Faculty Mentor - Alternative Licensure

Department of Teaching and Learning, College of Education

Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies!

Who We Are

University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking faculty mentors to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students.

At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery-a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward‑thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.

Get to know about our program, Accelerating Careers in Teaching (ACT), here: https://coe.uccs.edu/teaching-learning/accelerating-careers-teaching

Please note that we will contact qualified individuals as needed to teach classes. This posting is to create a pool of applicants.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position.

What We Offer

Salary Range: $850 / student for each term (three terms). This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Benefits: This position is eligible for paid sick leave. Information on benefits, including eligibility, is located at: http://www.cu.edu/employee-services.

Work Location: The majority of teacher supervision occurs in-person. Due to specific location and programming, some alternative teacher candidates, however, may require hybrid or remote supervision.

Summary

The College of Education at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) will establish and maintain a pool of Faculty Mentors in the Department of Teaching and Learning from which future appointments of temporary, non‑tenure track positions for supervising alternative teacher licensure candidates may be drawn. Appointments are part‑time (less than 50% time) and will be made semester‑by‑semester, per ACT scheduling. Faculty Mentor appointments are not eligible for group health and life insurance benefits or vacation leave accrual. Temporary Faculty Mentor appointments will accrue sick leave.

Qualified applicants will be placed in the department pool and will be considered for part‑time departmental needs to mentor alternative licensure candidates in Elementary Education, Secondary Education, and K‑12 education in the Department of Teaching & Learning.

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct formal and informal lesson observations in‑person or via video observation tool (GoReact) to evaluate, provide feedback to, and set goals with candidates
• Assess candidates' work submitted in an assessment database (lesson plans, lesson reflections, video analysis assignments, critical reflections, etc.)
• Complete dispositional assessments for candidates
• Complete a summative evaluation of each candidate's performance at the end of each Act
• Score candidates' summative program portfolios
• Enter documentation into an assessment database
• Conduct regular communication with school site personnel to address concerns, provide information about school policies and programs, clarify expectations, and discuss candidates' growth and needs
• Meet with each candidate individually once or more per month
• Facilitate monthly Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings with candidates
• Provide responsive mentoring, advice, and coaching to candidates in a timely manner
• Attend monthly meetings for UCCS Faculty Mentors

This posting is for alternate semesters July‑Oct 2026; Nov‑Feb 2026‑27; Mar‑Jun 2027. Positions are open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as business needs arise. Candidates whose experience and qualifications best match the needs of the program may be contacted regarding next steps.

The faculty mentor will be available from July 1 to June 30 for all three ACT alternate schedules below.

ACT I: July 1 - October 31

ACT II: November 1 - February 28

ACT III: March 1 - June 30

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history check.

Applicants with disabilities: If you have a mental or physical impairment, which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations for testing or interviewing, it is your responsibility to notify the office scheduling the interview or test at least 3 working days before the interview or test date. If you need special accommodations at the work site, you must notify the appointing authority or Human Resources.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions and meet the physical and environment demands described satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical and environmental conditions required of the employee on the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, physical and environmental demands.

Qualifications

• Earned Master's Degree in Education from an accredited college or university
• Professional teaching experience is required
• Experience working directly with children in a classroom (Pre‑K - 12) setting is required
• Previous experience mentoring pre‑service teachers is highly desirable

UCCS is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, the University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation or political philosophy in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the Office of Human Resources at [phone].