Adjunct Professor, Education – University Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Observe and evaluate teacher candidates during their student teaching placements (typically 2–3 observations per candidate).
• Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to support candidates’ professional growth.
• Collaborate with cooperating teachers and school administrators to ensure a supportive learning environment.
• Conduct midterm and final evaluations using university rubrics and assessment tools.
• Facilitate reflective conversations and goal-setting with teacher candidates.
• Maintain accurate documentation of observations, evaluations, and communication.
• Attend orientation sessions and periodic supervisor meetings hosted by the School of Education.
• Uphold North Park University’s mission and values, including its commitment to diversity, faith, and community engagement.

• Master’s degree in education or a related field (Doctorate preferred).
• Experience with the Danielson Framework for Teaching, or the Illinois State Performance Evaluation.
• Valid teaching license and a minimum of 5 years of classroom experience.
• Prior experience supervising or mentoring pre-service teachers strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with edTPA, Danielson Framework, or similar evaluation models is a plus.
• Commitment to culturally responsive teaching and equity in education.

• Danielson Framework for Teaching
• edTPA
• evaluation models
• classroom experience
• supervising pre-service teachers

• interpersonal skills
• organizational skills
• communication skills
• mentorship
• constructive feedback

• valid teaching license
• Master’s degree in education
• Doctorate in education