Pro Tempore Practicum Supervisor - Open Pool

University of Oregon; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Oregon invites applications for Pro Tempore Practicum Supervisor in the Education Studies Department. This open pool seeks qualified candidates for limited-duration appointments to supervise practicum students and provide coaching on lesson planning and instruction in licensure and master's programs.

Positions are annualized for a 9-month basis and may be renewable up to three years. Travel to field sites is required; emphasis on equity, inclusion, and effective pedagogies in

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education or related field.
• Current or previous elementary or middle/high license in Oregon or another state or Canada.
• Two years of teaching experience at the appropriate level (elementary or middle/high) and/or content area.

Responsibilities

• Supervise practicum students in Elementary and middle/high licensure programs or ESOL/Reading paths.
• Provide coaching and feedback on lesson planning and instruction during practicum and student teaching experiences.
• Travel to field placement sites at local K-12 schools and the University of Oregon; contribute to equity and inclusion goals.

Skills

Teaching experience

Strong communication

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Master's degree in education or related field

Job description

Pro Tempore Practicum Supervisor - Open Pool

Department: Education Studies

Rank: Instructor

Annual Basis: 9 Month

Review of Applications Begins

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed asneeds arise.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete applications must include:

• CV/resume

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis. Screening ofapplications will take place as positions become available and willcontinue until positions are filled. This pool will remain activeuntil June 30, 2027.

Department Summary

The College of Education (COE) at the University of Oregon is acommunity of leading researchers and practitioners dedicated totransformational scholarship, integrated teaching, andcollaborative practice designed to enhance individual lives andsystems within a culture that values diversity and promotes respectand inclusion.

The COE is home to 3 academic departments, 14 academic degreeprograms, 14 research and outreach units, and the HEDCO Clinic. Ourtenure-track, instructional career and research career faculty aredevoted to inspiring and mentoring the approximately 1,500undergraduate and graduate students who will be the next generationof educational and social science leaders. The COE faculty, staff,and students have a distinguished record of developing widelyadopted, evidence-based assessments and interventions that servemillions of children in thousands of schools across the country andthe world. Our faculty, staff, and students also have a commondrive: A spirit of discovery that uses research to drive changewith the goal of a more equitable, educated, and healthytomorrow.

Diversity and inclusion are core values at the College ofEducation. Our goal at the College of Education is to set ourgraduates on career-long paths to purposeful, reflective, creative,and meaningful careers; addressing inequity and racial injustice isa thread that runs through our majors and programs while focusingon critical and effective pedagogies. We are committed to buildingand sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learningenvironment for all students, staff, and faculty. We believe everymember of our college contributes to the enrichment of our collegecommunity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand andengage with the world, identify challenges, and discover, design,and deliver solutions

The Department of Education Studies offers undergraduate, master's,and doctoral programs to a diverse student body. Our licensure anddegree programs prepare professionals to use the bestresearch-based practices to teach children and adult learners. Forundergraduates who are interested in becoming elementary orsecondary teachers, EDST offers BA/BS and Secondary Certificateprogram pathways to achieve the goal of becoming a teacher. UOTeachCurriculum and Teaching is the teacher licensure master's programfor initial licensure in both Elementary Multiple Subjects andMiddle/High School Education. The faculty in the Department ofEducation Studies is very diverse in terms of research interestsand specializations, with award recognition for scholarship,teaching, and service. Our programs are known for a strong focus onequity, diversity, and inclusion.

Position Summary

The University of Oregon's Education Studies Department (EDST) inthe College of Education seeks to create a pool of qualifiedcandidates to fill periodic vacancies for Practicum Supervisors.Practicum Supervisors provide individual and group coaching andfeedback on lesson planning and instruction for teacher candidatesin the UOTeach licensure and master's program during practicum andstudent teaching experiences.

Positions are limited-duration appointments potentially renewablefor up to a total of three years. Appointment level varies, basedon supervisory load. Hours vary depending on the schedules ofstudents under supervision. Travel to field placement sites at local K-12 schools and the University of Oregon is required.

Practicum supervisors provide supervision of practicum studentsin:

• Elementary and middle/high teacher licensure programs thatinclude an ESOL endorsement, or
• Stand-alone ESOL, or
• Reading

All faculty are expected to contribute to the equity and inclusiongoals of the college and to incorporate the best inclusivepractices indicated in their field of expertise. Addressing issuessuch as inequities and racial injustice is a thread that runsthrough our majors and programs while focusing on critical andeffective pedagogies. We are committed to enhancing the culture ofthe College of Education (COE) by continuing to increase thediversity of our people, programs, and curricula.

The College of Education welcomes a broad spectrum of candidatesand particularly invites applications from groups underrepresentedin the profession. Additionally, candidates who have worked with adiverse range of faculty, staff, and students and who cancontribute to our mission of inclusivity are encouraged to identifytheir experiences and interests. In deciding whether to apply for aposition at the COE, candidates are strongly encouraged to considerthe COE's Mission, Purpose, and Vision to help determine theirpotential success: https://education.uoregon.edu/about-us.

Minimum Requirements

• Master's degree in education or related field.
• Current or previous elementary or middle/high license in Oregonor another state or Canada.
• Two years of teaching experience at the appropriate level(elementary or middle/high) and/or content area (e.g., socialstudies, math, science, world languages).

Additional qualification for the stand-alone ESOL program:

• Demonstrable experience teaching English language learners.

Additional qualification for the Reading program:

• Reading endorsement and successful experience in readinginstruction.

Professional Competencies

• Ability to contribute positively to our diverse community and towork effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent communication skills that will enhance communityrelations and support student training.
• Problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of knowledge regarding multicultural education, thesocial and cultural foundations of education, and a demonstratedability to work successfully with diverse populations.
• Evidence of familiarity with hands-on, engaging pedagogy thatinvites a critical understanding of the world.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successfulcompletion of a background check.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefitspackage to eligible employees, including health insurance,retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information aboutbenefits, visit ourwebsite.

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institutioncommitted to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americanswith Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualifiedindividuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of anyprotected status, including veteran and disability status. TheUniversity is committed to providing reasonable accommodations toapplicants and employees with disabilities. To request anaccommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call541-346-5112.

UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion,national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genderexpression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions),age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (includingfamily medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship,service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and statelaw), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use ofleave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activitiesand employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicablelaws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy.Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity andAccess. Contact information, related policies, and complaintprocedures are listedhere.

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