Student Teaching University Supervisor - POOL

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** position title:
** student teaching university supervisor - pool##
** job category:
** other##
** employment type:
** temporary (fixed term)##
** job profile:
** teaching supervisor##
** job duties:
** student teaching university supervisors are experienced teachers and administrators who serve as mentors for uw-la crosse teacher candidates during their school experiences. They are an official representative of the university and serves as a liaison between the school of education and the personnel of cooperating schools and agencies. This position is responsible for the direct supervision of the teacher candidate.

They also facilitate the growth and development of the teacher candidate by providing guidance in becoming a thoughtful learner, leader, inquirer, and community member.  The school of education at the university of wisconsin-la crosse maintains an ongoing search to serve as a pool of potential student teaching university supervisors for varying program needs. The university supervisor is responsible for communicating regularly with student teachers and cooperating teachers, observing and providing feedback, guiding development in meeting standards, documenting progress and completing assessment forms.

Student teaching university supervisors participate in all university supervisor activities including training and orientation sessions and various school of education meetings at the discretion of the dean.  
** pool searches may not be currently engaged in active hiring. When positions are needed, departments will review applications and contact you to confirm continued interest/schedule an interview.
** the school of education (soe) is a leader in innovative, high-quality programs led by dedicated faculty and staff. As a fully accredited school, we partner with local, regional, and global educators to provide teacher candidates with rich, hands-on learning experiences that prepare them for exemplary professional practice.  We are committed to cultivating a welcoming and respectful environment where all students, faculty, and staff can thrive.

Our programs emphasize inclusive teaching practices that support the success of every learner and foster a strong sense of belonging across our campus community.
Uw-la crosse does not offer h-1b or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the united states at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact human resources at . ##
** key job responsibilities:
**** essential job functions:*
* ● conduct four or more observation visits per semester for each assigned teacher candidate.  
● schedule observations and three-way conferences in advance, as well as provide brief “drop-in” observations.  
● provide weekly support and constructive feedback to teacher candidate (email, phone, in-person, etc.).  
● serve as an intermediary, eliminating misunderstandings and resolving conflicts between cooperating teacher / teacher candidate.  
● consult with the cooperating teacher regularly regarding the teacher candidate’s performance.  
● guide the teacher candidate in his/her development of technical management competencies and reflective teaching.  
● offer support in practical and theoretical work by considering short and long-term professional needs.  
● be approachable and readily available to the teacher candidate and cooperating teachers for discussion of teacher candidate’s teaching experience.  
● monitor and facilitate the growth and development of the teacher candidate.  
● communicate regularly with the office of field experience regarding progress and needs of teacher candidates.
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