University Student Teacher Supervisor - Secondary Education

University Student Teacher Supervisor - Secondary Education Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Hiring will be as needed for Fall 2025.

First Section

School/College:

School/College:
School of Education & Human Services

Department:

Department: 2721 - SEHS Student Teacher Placement

Position Title:

Field of Specialty:

Field of Specialty:
Secondary Education

Name of Department Chair:

Expected Hire Date: 06/04/2025

Position Information

Job Title:

Job Title:

University Student Teacher Supervisor - Secondary Education

Job Description

Summary:

Oakland University is hiring part time University Supervisors for secondary education programs to work with teacher candidates during their student teaching internship. We are seeking individuals dedicated to true collaboration with faculty as we implement a clinically rich, practice-based teacher preparation program. As we create more powerful experiences for our teaching interns with a commitment to the ideals of diversity, equity and inclusion, we are hiring those individuals interested in accepting this powerful role in our collective work as teacher educators.

Work includes in-person observations of student teachers in schools, providing constructive feedback to student teachers, attendance at intern seminars, and clear communication with school and university personnel. Supervisors are assigned a caseload of student teachers.

The position spans two semesters:
Fall semester and Winter semester.

Preference will be given to candidates with the following background:

• Experience coaching/mentoring new or aspiring teachers
• Experience with urban and/or underserved populations
• Experience with a university-based teacher preparation program
• Teacher certification in secondary education (e.g. 7-12, 5-9, 6-12)
• 5 years secondary teaching experience
• Master’s degree in educational field
• Prior experience coaching/mentoring teachers
• Competency with digital tools (e.g. Google, Moodle, Video-conferencing) for communication, coaching/mentoring, and documentation
• Ability and willingness to observe student interns in-person within an hour of the Oakland University campus in Rochester, Michigan or the Oakland University Macomb campus during the K-12 school day.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Hiring will be as needed for Fall 2025.

Oakland University Standard Language

Oakland University is a nationally recognized doctoral university of high research activity located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University has 142 bachelor’s degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing.

As an anchor institution in southeastern Michigan, Oakland University is committed to building ongoing and collaborative relationships with the surrounding communities. Community and civic engagement enhances the lives of our students and has a positive impact on our broader community.

Open Date:

Open Date: 02/11/2025

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Job Category:

Job Category:
Part-time Faculty

EEO Statement

Summary:

Oakland University is an Afffirmed/Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover Letter
• Diversity Statement
• Licenses/Certifications

Optional Documents

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