Supervisor Pool, Teacher Education Program (TEP)

University of California - Santa Barbara; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a pool of qualified Supervisors of Teacher Education, with a focus on Secondary Education.

The Supervisor's responsibilities include supervising Teacher Education Program students in practicum sites, coordinating between UCSB coursework and practicum activities for TEP students and Cooperating Teachers, and providing training and support at the school site.

Qualifications

• California teaching certification at time of application.
• Minimum of three years of lead classroom teaching experience.
• Experience providing professional development services or mentoring teachers by appointment.
• Master's degree in Education or related field preferred.
• Familiarity with CSTP/TPE; knowledge of edTPA or CalTPA is a plus.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Teacher Education Program students in practicum sites in elementary or secondary public schools.
• Coordinated between UCSB coursework and practicum activities for TEP students and Cooperating Teachers.
• Provides training and support for Cooperating Teachers at the school site.
• Works with school personnel to identify classroom placements and promote growth in teaching practice.
• Meets regularly with TEP students and participates in TEP faculty meetings and curriculum development activities.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish and English

Education

Teacher certification in California

Minimum of three years experience as lead classroom teacher

Job description

Position overview

Position title: Supervisor, Teacher Education

Salary range: Salary is based on UCSB salary scales. See table 32 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimated full-time rate for this position at 100% time is $73,817-$85,576 annually. Percent appointments may vary.

Percent time: Varies by appointment

Application Window

Open date: August 10, 2026

Next review date: Monday, Aug 24, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Wednesday, Mar 31, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The Teacher Education Program at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a pool of qualified Supervisors of Teacher Education. The anticipated opening at the time of posting includes the specialty area of Secondary Education. The screening of applicants is ongoing and will continue as needed. The availability of positions varies from quarter to quarter, depending on the needs of the department. Positions may range from 10% to 100% time.

The Supervisor's responsibilities include:

• Supervises Teacher Education Program students in practicum sites in elementary or secondary public schools.
• Coordinates between UCSB coursework and practicum activities for TEP students and Cooperating Teachers.
• Provides training and support for Cooperating Teachers at the school site.
• Works in consultation with school personnel to identify classroom placements, promote growth in teaching practice and to resolve problems.
• Meets regularly with TEP students and participates in TEP faculty meetings, curriculum development activities, and program and student evaluation activities.

The posting will remain open until March 31, 2027 to accommodate department needs. The pool will close on March 31; if you would like to continue to be considered after that time, and the pooled position is advertised again, you will need to submit a new application.

Please note: The use of a supervisor pool does not guarantee that an open position exists at the time you are applying. See the review date specified in UC Recruit to indicate the next potential upcoming opening.

All supervision is completed in-person. Applicants must be able to work in-person.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Program: https://education.ucsb.edu/tep

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Teacher certification in the State of California or equivalent at the time of application.

Minimum of three years experience as a lead public or private school classroom teacher at the time of application.

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

At least one quarter/semester experience in providing professional development services to teachers/educational personnel, OR at least one quarter/semester mentoring new teachers or pre-service teachers by the time of appointment.

Preferred qualifications

• Master's degree in Education or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Prior experience with classroom supervision of pre-service teachers.
• Familiarity with the California Standards for the Teaching Profession (CSTP) and Teacher Performance Expectations (TPE).
• Knowledge of current policies and effective practices in K-12 teaching.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English (assessed on the CV, e.g., statement that candidate is bilingual in Spanish, teaching experience in a bilingual classroom)
• Familiarity with edTPA or CalTPA.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

CVs will be reviewed for all applicants. Cover Letters will be reviewed for all applicants who meet basic qualifications.

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

References will be checked for candidates who advance to finalist status.

About UC Santa Barbara

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination as defined by the employer.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, students and third parties
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

Additionally, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Job location

Santa Barbara, CA