About the Role
The Education Department at Daemen University is seeking qualified supervisor(s) for student teaching and other field experiences. University supervisors provide one-on-one support to teacher candidates, observing and evaluating their teaching, and facilitating reflection. They serve as the initial point of contact between the Cooperating Teacher and Daemen University. All observations are conducted remotely using video analysis software, and student debrief meetings are scheduled after school hours via Zoom.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one support to teacher candidates.
- Observe and evaluate student teaching.
- Support student reflection on teaching practices.
- Serve as the initial point of contact between the Cooperating Teacher and Daemen University.
- Conduct remote observations using video analysis software.
- Schedule and conduct student debrief meetings via Zoom after school hours.
Requirements
- NYS teacher certification (any area).
- Expertise in instructional pedagogy, learning theory, learner development PK-12, culturally responsive & sustaining teaching practices, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL).
- Familiarity with NYS P-12 learning standards.
- At least three years of teaching experience in Grades PK-12 or similar relevant experience.
- A Master's degree in Education, content area, or a related field.
- Familiarity with the use of Zoom and Google Workspace.
- Comfort with learning new technologies for video-based supervision.
- Students are responsible for their own transportation.
- Students are responsible for completing any background checks required by the school district.
Skills
- Instructional pedagogy
- Learning theory
- Learner development PK-12
- Culturally responsive & sustaining teaching practices
- Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
- NYS P-12 learning standards
- Zoom
- Google Workspace
- Video-based supervision technologies
Location
- Daemen University
Work Type
- Part-time
- Contract
Experience Level
- 3+ years of teaching experience in Grades PK-12 or similar relevant experience
- Teaching experience in higher education/teacher preparation (preferred)
Education Level
- Master's degree in Education, content area, or a related field
- NYS teacher certification (any area)
- NYS teacher certification in Students with Disabilities (any grades) (preferred)
About the Company
- Daemen University is a dynamic, independent, liberal arts institution committed to excellence in student-centered learning.
- The University emphasizes preparing students for professional life, civic engagement, and lifelong learning.
- Students are encouraged to be creative, innovative, and ethically minded leaders.
- The Mission of Daemen University is to prepare students for life and leadership in an increasingly diverse and complex world through the integration of education and professional preparation.
- Daemen University fosters the development of individuals dedicated to the health and well-being of local and global communities.
