Part-time Faculty Pool - Supervisor - K thru Twelve Education and Special Education (2026-2027)

Arcadia University; Glenside (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent healthcare

Generous tuition benefits

Retirement benefits

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

Arcadia University is seeking University supervisors for teacher candidates in certification programs. Ideal candidates should hold dual certification in elementary/PK-4 and special education. Responsibilities include observing performance, conducting seminars, and problem-solving in the field.

A competitive benefits package is offered, including healthcare and tuition benefits. Applicants must submit documentation via the Arcadia HR portal, which will be reviewed immediately.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Danielson Framework for Teaching required.
• Five years of successful K-12 teaching experience is essential.
• Experience in supervising teacher candidates is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe and assess the performance of teacher candidates.
• Conduct on-campus seminars with supervision cohort.
• Attend required supervisory meetings during semesters.

Skills

Knowledge of the Danielson Framework for Teaching

Current knowledge of pedagogy and assessment

Five years of successful K-12 classroom teaching experience

Experience as a cooperating teacher

Education

Master's degree preferred

Hold PA teacher certification

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Overview

The School of Education seeks University supervisors for teacher candidates in certification programs. Candidates should hold dual certification in elementary/PK-4 and special education, as well as secondary content areas.

The number of part-time instructor positions varies by semester. Qualified applicants may be contacted for interviews and requested to submit additional documentation when openings arise.

Part-time instructors may instruct courses online or in-person.

Responsibilities

• Observe and assess performance of teacher candidates
• Act as a liaison between the Office of School and Community Collaborations, the teacher candidate, the mentor teacher, and site administrators
• Conduct on-campus seminars with supervision cohort
• Problem‑solve issues arising in the field
• Maintain accurate records as required by the School of Education and PDE
• Attend required meetings for supervisors prior to and during fall and spring semesters
• Basic knowledge of Canvas, the course platform

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Danielson Framework for Teaching
• Current knowledge of pedagogy and assessment in the area of certification
• Current knowledge of state and national standards in the area of certification
• Master's degree preferred
• Five years of successful K-12 classroom teaching experience
• Experience as a cooperating teacher preferred
• Previous experience supervising teacher candidates a plus

Other Requirements

• Hold PA teacher certification; priority given to candidates dually certified in Elementary and Special Education. Secondary Content and Art Education Certification holders also sought.
• PA required clearances
• Access to reliable transportation and/or valid driver’s license and vehicle for travel to schools throughout the Greater Delaware Valley
• Course credits normally 3–4 per class; lab courses 2 credits each
• A link to our most recent Collective Bargaining Agreement: https://www.arcadia.edu/about-arcadia/leadership/office-provost/collective-bargaining-agreement/

Application Instructions

• Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for professional references as PDF documents to the Arcadia Human Resources portal.
• Applications must be submitted online; do not email materials to the hiring manager.
• Applications will be reviewed immediately. Posting will be removed once a sufficient talent pool has been established.

Benefits

Arcadia offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, generous tuition benefits for employees and their families, retirement benefits, health and wellness programs, and resources.

EEO Statement

Arcadia University prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, military or veteran status, disability, family medical or genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. All offers of employment are conditional based on the successful completion of a background check. Employment may not begin until the University accepts the results of the background check.