Clinical Supervisor

Department Overview

The Office of Field Experiences creates, promotes, and supports mutually beneficial clinical partnerships between the College of Education and P‑12 school districts so that teacher candidates engage in high‑quality clinical experiences, clinical educators grow as mentors, and they collaborate in teaching and learning, professional development, and reflection to positively impact P‑12 student learning and larger communities.

• Attend orientation programs for each teacher candidate and meet with assigned candidates.
• Attend clinical supervisors’ meetings at the beginning and end of each semester.
• Contact cooperating teachers, introduce yourself, arrange a “Hello” visit, and introduce yourself to the principal on the first visit.
• Conduct formal observations, record observations, and document evidence in Chalk and Wire.
• Review and provide feedback on lesson plan schedules, weekly journal submissions, and assessment forms.
• Conduct pre‑ and post‑observation conferences with the student teacher, mentor, and cooperating teacher.
• Inform the Office of Field Experiences of any candidate difficulties and complete a Clinical Intern Action Plan.
• Work with the cooperating teacher, principal, and teacher candidate on interventions.
• Prepare travel expense vouchers and complete required surveys for program improvement.
• Notify the OFE office if unavailable to serve as a supervisor for the next semester.

All clinical work involves conducting formal observations and related documentation as outlined above.

• Clinical Experience (practicum): 2 Formal Observations
• Clinical Practice I: 4 Formal Observations
• Clinical Practice II: 7 Formal Observations
• P‑3 Alternate Route: 4 Formal Observations
• ESL Alternate Route: 4 Formal Observations
• TSD‑E Clinical: 2 Formal Observations
• LDT‑C Clinical: 3 Formal Observations

• New Jersey Department of Education permanent teaching certification.
• Minimum of five (5) years experience in the area(s) of certification.
• Master’s degree.

• Administrative certification – supervisory experience preferred.

• Thrives in a collegial, cooperative environment.
• Dedicated to excellence and achieving positive outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi‑cultural environment.
• Capacity to fulfill professional responsibilities with a strong sense of moral duty and obligation.

New employees – $1,975 per credit. Employees with 13+ semesters at WP – $2,050 per credit.

This position may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health and dental insurance and retirement plans. Learn more at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

William Paterson University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race or ethnicity, sex/gender (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, civil union status, familial status, religion, national origin or citizenship, military service status, or any other category protected by law. William Paterson University does not discriminate on the basis of any category stated above or as prohibited by applicable law.

Individuals from historically underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.