MIT Field Supervisor: Part-Time Mentor for Future Teachers

Northwest University; Kirkland (WA); Hybrid; USD 1,240,000 - 1,653,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwest University invites applications for part-time Master in Teaching Field Supervisors to support graduate teacher candidates during student teaching from January through June. Supervisors observe placements, provide feedback, and collaborate with mentor teachers to foster growth in effective, culturally responsive teaching.

This is a flexible adjunct role; supervision ranges from two to ten candidates, with placement locations determined ahead of assignments.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education or a related field.
• Current or previous state teaching certification.
• Significant successful K–12 teaching experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide constructive, growth-oriented feedback to developing teachers.
• Alignment with Northwest University’s mission and Statement of Faith.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support MIT teacher candidates during part-time and full-time student teaching.
• Conduct at least four in-person observations of each assigned candidate and provide timely written and verbal feedback.
• Coach candidates in instructional planning, classroom management, assessment, differentiation, culturally responsive teaching, and reflective practice.
• Maintain regular communication with candidates and mentor teachers and collaborate to support a successful field experience.
• Complete required candidate evaluations and program documentation by established deadlines.
• Communicate concerns promptly to the MIT Program Lead and assist with problem-solving when challenges arise.
• Serve as a professional liaison between Northwest University and partner K–12 schools.

Skills

Mentoring

Coaching

Feedback

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in education or related field

State teaching certification

K-12 teaching experience

Job description

Northwest University invites applications for part-time Master in Teaching Field Supervisors to support graduate teacher candidates during student teaching from January through June. Supervisors observe placements, provide feedback, and collaborate with mentor teachers to foster growth in effective, culturally responsive teaching.

This is a flexible adjunct role; supervision ranges from two to ten candidates, with placement locations determined ahead of assignments.