Practicum Program Supervisor: Elementary Education Mentor

Wheaton College in Massachusetts; Norton (MA); On-site; USD 5,400 - 6,600; Part time

Job summary

Wheaton College in Norton, MA, seeks a Practicum Program Supervisor (Elementary/Early Childhood) to coordinate student teachers in local schools. The role focuses on candidate development through classroom observations (3–4 times per semester), pre- and post-observation conferences, and state-mandated documentation.

This part-time faculty position supports mentoring by supervising practitioners and meeting candidates weekly, in person or virtually, to promote professional growth and successful

Qualifications

• 5+ years of teaching elementary/early childhood in public schools
• Strong communication and organization; collaborate with school and university faculty
• Commitment to collaboration and collegiality
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Commitment to diversity, respect, and inclusion

Responsibilities

• Observe each candidate 3-4 times per semester during school hours
• Conduct pre- and post-observation meetings with candidates
• Provide actionable feedback to candidates and supervisors
• Complete and manage state-m mandated documentation
• Meet with cohort of 4 teacher candidates weekly (in-person or virtual)

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Collaboration

Discretion

Diversity & inclusion

Job description

Wheaton College in Norton, MA, seeks a Practicum Program Supervisor (Elementary/Early Childhood) to coordinate student teachers in local schools. The role focuses on candidate development through classroom observations (3–4 times per semester), pre- and post-observation conferences, and state-mandated documentation.

This part-time faculty position supports mentoring by supervising practitioners and meeting candidates weekly, in person or virtually, to promote professional growth and successful