Teacher Education Multiple/Single Subject Supervisor

San Jose State University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 116,588; Part time

Job summary

San Jose State University is seeking part-time instructors for clinical supervision and seminars in teacher education. Responsibilities include observing teacher candidates, leading biweekly seminars, and maintaining records of development. Applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree, a valid California Teaching Credential, and at least 3 years of K-12 teaching experience. This role emphasizes mentorship for a diverse student population and integrates technology into supervision processes. Ideal candidates will have experience with tools like Google Suite and Canvas.

Qualifications

• Experience in K-12 schools with a minimum of 3 years.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups.
• Demonstrated awareness of multicultural educational goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical supervision to teacher candidates.
• Attend required seminars and meetings.
• Observe classroom teaching and offer feedback.

Skills

Understanding diverse student needs

Mentoring adult learners

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Valid California Clear Teaching Credential

Tools

Google suite

Canvas Learning Management System

Job description

Department Summary

At this point in history as intersecting crises of racial, economic, health, and environmental justice buffet our lives and communities and exacerbate inequalities in educational and other institutions, the San Jose State University (SJSU) Teacher Education Department (TED) finds itself in a moment of transformational change. In alignment with the SJSU Strategic Plan, Transformation 2030, the Lurie College of Education (LCOE) Strategic Plan, and the TED vision and mission, we seek to reimagine PK-12 teacher education by centering the assets of students who are diverse in terms of ethnicity/race, language, socioeconomic status, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurology, creed, and other intersectional characteristics. We aim to partner with other LCOE and SJSU departments and programs, community colleges, PK-12 districts and schools, and community organizations to create anti-racist, culturally sustaining, and emancipatory education structures for students and pathways for educators. We aspire to transform the local teaching force so that it better reflects the students we serve. For information on the department, go to https://www.sjsu.edu/teachered/.

The program, which also grants a Master’s degree in Teaching (MAT), operates on a year-round schedule. Candidates can begin in Summer, Fall, or Spring semesters. San Jose State is a Minority Serving Institution, and placements are in urban, rural, and suburban schools. More information on the department can be found at https://www.sjsu.edu/teachered/.

Brief Description of Duties

We invite applications for a pool of part-time instructors to provide clinical supervision and seminars to elementary and secondary teacher candidates engaged in student teaching. Clinical supervision involves observations of classroom teaching (in person and online), maintaining records of candidates’ areas of growth and need, participating in bi-weekly seminars, attending monthly supervisor meetings and professional development, and serving as liaison between the university and school sites.

• Candidate must demonstrate awareness and experience understanding the needs of a student population of great diversity — in age, cultural background, ethnicity, primary language, and academic preparation — through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies, and advisement.
• All faculty should organize their classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS), the official LMS provided for the SJSU community. All classes at SJSU, whether online or not, must be anchored in Canvas to ensure faculty-student connection in a common space. You will have access to this system prior to the semester start date.
• Initiate contact with the mentor teacher and communicate with them regularly.
• Orient mentor teachers to the teacher education program and remain a primary point of contact throughout the semester.
• Assist credential candidates in planning and aligning lessons to the California state standards and completing a comprehensive assessment.
• Schedule and observe assigned teacher candidates at least six times each semester; up to three observations can be done via video. Each observation consists of the components below, and the candidate is responsible for uploading related documentation to Canvas:
• The supervisor reviews and provides feedback on the lesson plan.
• Observation of the lesson (in person or via video).
• Two observations will be done collaboratively with the mentor teacher.
• Debrief the lesson using the appropriate debrief form to guide the discussion.
• The candidate will submit a reflection; the supervisor reviews it and provides additional feedback as needed.
• In addition to the required observations, maintain records on candidates’ development as teachers. All documentation related to student teaching is uploaded to Canvas (in most cases, the candidate uploads and the supervisor reviews).
• Lead or participate in a biweekly seminar focused on topics that address candidates’ needs in their placement classrooms.
• Supervisors in the single-subject program will lead the biweekly seminar.
• Supervisors in the multiple subjects/bilingual authorization program will facilitate discussion groups, supported by a seminar taught by a lead instructor.
• Beyond required seminars and observations, communicate via phone or email and schedule additional observations as needed.
• Attend required monthly supervisor meetings; optional support meetings will be offered.
• Be proactive about professional development, including seeking opportunities to learn and grow in current teaching and coaching practices.
• Communicate questions and areas of concern, especially student concerns, to the Assistant Director of Field Experience.
• Develop and follow through on remediation plans for candidates, as needed.
• Schedule and complete end-of-semester debriefs and goal-planning sessions with each candidate and, when possible, their mentor teacher.

Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent foreign degree) at the time of application
• Valid California Clear Multiple Subject or Single Subject Teaching Credential
• Teaching Experience in K-12 schools (3 years minimum)
• Ability to mentor and evaluate adult learners. Evidence of satisfactory achievement in previous academic work.
• Applicants should demonstrate an awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population as might have been gained in cross-cultural study, training, teaching and other comparable experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technology is an integral part of supervision at SJSU. This includes Google suite (docs, slides), Canvas, video, and integrated annotation and feedback tools.
• Bilingual (Spanish)
• Experience and knowledge of classroom structures and pedagogical strategies supporting emergent bilinguals.

Compensation

Compensation and salary range placement are determined by qualifications and experience. Anticipated starting salary ranges are listed below. See University Policy S21-2 for range placement.

Anticipated starting salary:

L-A / Range 2 - $5,507 to $5,959; L-B / Range 3 - $6,221 to $7,481; L-C / Range 4 - $6,825 to $9,431; L-D / Range 5 - $8,593 to $10,347.

Range salaries above are the anticipated monthly salary rate of full-time AY faculty; part-time rates are prorated. There are 6 monthly payments per semester. See the Faculty Salary Schedule for more information.

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

• CV
• Cover Letter including areas of expertise, professional experience, and courses you are qualified to teach
• List of References (3 minimum)

This is a continuing open position.

Employment Conditions

Faculty employees must complete CSU employee training as assigned and required based on their role (e.g., preventing discrimination and harassment, gender equity and Title IX, health and safety). Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, the faculty member in this position will be subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). Individuals designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents and to complete Clery Act training as determined by the University Clery Director. Questions regarding CSA designation and training can be sent to the Clery Director at [e-mail]. The President may require compliance with safety measures that decrease the likelihood of COVID-19 transmission or illness and allow the core mission and activities of the campus to continue.

Conditional Offer

The work for this faculty position is located in the State of California and requires commuting to the campus. Employment is contingent upon US residence and proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Offers of employment are conditional and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and California Faculty Association. These provisions state the order in which available courses must be assigned to faculty, starting with tenure line faculty and ending with new lecturer appointees.

San Jose State University Overview

San Jose State University is located in Silicon Valley, the founding campus of the 23-campus California State University system. SJSU serves more than 36,000 students, with a diverse student body, and is committed to social justice and inclusive excellence.

Equal Employment Statement

San Jose State University prohibits discrimination in accordance with applicable laws. Reasonable accommodations are provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. All employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with CSU policies.