Student Teacher Supervisor
Ball State
Muncie, IN
Full-time
Education
Posted on May 21, 2024
Posting Details
Position Information
Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer—and the only recognized education institution—in the State of Indiana. Learn More
Position Title
Student Teacher Supervisor
About this Opportunity
The Office of Teacher Education Services and Clinical Practice at Ball State University invites applications for the position of adjunct university supervisor. Our operation is seeking organized, collegial, student-centered, and advocacy-oriented individuals to collaborate with an outstanding team of professionals who focus on both undergraduate and graduate teacher education. This AAEE recognized office has 7 full-time staff members and 33 adjunct faculty serving graduate and undergraduate students through programs, licensure, and field experiences. Reporting directly to the director, the adjunct supervisor will champion the student teaching supervision experience as part of largest preparer of teacher educators in the State of Indiana and fifth in the nation.
Ball State University and Our Pledge for the Future
Destination 2040: Our Flight Path establishes Ball State University's ambitious goals for our second century:
• We pledge to provide a premier educational experience for every student.
• We pledge to partner with the community to improve the lives of our neighbors.
• We are dedicated to having a lifelong presence in the lives of our alumni.
And when we complement these promises with our commitment to our enduring values, we define that which makes our University and its culture distinctive.
Our faculty are collegial, collaborative, innovative, inclusive, and adaptive, both within and beyond one's home unit. These attributes include commitments to collaborative discourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and enterprising learning practices.
Our faculty are expected to be innovative, adaptive, engaging teachers across modalities; producers of impactful creative and/or scholarly work; leaders in meaningful service activities to multiple communities. We seek faculty members who are strategic thinkers, engaging our dynamic communities. We are committed to student and faculty success, impact, and access, within an environment that prioritizes inclusive excellence. We inspire each other to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens, so that we can pursue fulfilling careers and meaningful lives.
Ball State University lives the values of Beneficence. We invite you to be part of our community.
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
Our Statement on Inclusiveness
At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness' as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.' As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellenceand freedom of expression.
Benefits and Community
Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.
Ball State Faculty Opportunities
Live Near Your Work - If you are considering living near the Ball State area, please visit the following link to learn more about relocation and living in east central Indiana:
https://www.bsu.edu/about/live-near-your-work
There's more to discover IN Indiana! Visit the following link to learn more:
IN Indiana
Appointment Type
Non-Tenure-track/Contract
Length of Appointment
PT Semester
Description
The University Supervisor is an adjunct faculty instructor in the Teachers College (TC) under The Office of Teacher Education Services and Clinical Practice (OTES-CP). The supervisor serves as the liaison between TC and the P-12 school where teacher candidates are placed for their student teaching experience.
The primary function of the university supervisor is to provide both onsite and digital guidance for the teacher candidate in their development of teaching competency, complete assessments which demonstrate that competency, and lend assistance to the mentor teacher.
While we are accepting all teacher licensure areas, the greatest need is in the following content majors and locations.
-Elementary Education (Muncie and Indianapolis)
-Special Education (Muncie, Indianapolis, and Fort Wayne)
-Early Childhood (Muncie, Indianapolis, and Fort Wayne)
-5-12 Licensed Administrators to supervise our graduate transition-to-teaching candidates and interested in the mentorship of multiple secondary content areas or elementary education.
-World Language Education (Muncie, Indianapolis)
-Science Education (Muncie, Indianapolis)
Minimum Qualifications
-Bachelor's degree in a field of teacher education from an accredited institution by date of appointment.
-Currently hold or have held a teaching or administrative license in a relevant field.
-Experience teaching in the field in which you are licensed for at least three years in an accredited P-12 school or related administrative responsibilities in teacher education.
-Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and be insurable under the university's auto fleet policy
-Must have the means to travel to multiple school sites within a specific area, and be able to navigate and work within the University's database and website systems.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
A Master's degree from an accredited institution.
Experience mentoring teachers in a professional, pleasant, cooperative, and collaborative manner. Experience in P-12 administration.
Required Certifications/Licensures
Currently hold or have held a teaching license in the appropriate content area.
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
Student Teachers
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Department
Teacher Education Services:800070
College/Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number
765-285-1862
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
202401283F
Number of Vacancies
Multiple
Desired Start Date
07/22/2024
Position End Date
05/14/2025
Posting Date
05/20/2024
Applications Accepted Through Date
06/07/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter
In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University's enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.'
Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information
Jonathan Dee
jjdee@bsu.edu
765-285-1862
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Information
Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer—and the only recognized education institution—in the State of Indiana. Learn More
Position Title
Student Teacher Supervisor
About this Opportunity
The Office of Teacher Education Services and Clinical Practice at Ball State University invites applications for the position of adjunct university supervisor. Our operation is seeking organized, collegial, student-centered, and advocacy-oriented individuals to collaborate with an outstanding team of professionals who focus on both undergraduate and graduate teacher education. This AAEE recognized office has 7 full-time staff members and 33 adjunct faculty serving graduate and undergraduate students through programs, licensure, and field experiences. Reporting directly to the director, the adjunct supervisor will champion the student teaching supervision experience as part of largest preparer of teacher educators in the State of Indiana and fifth in the nation.
Ball State University and Our Pledge for the Future
Destination 2040: Our Flight Path establishes Ball State University's ambitious goals for our second century:
• We pledge to provide a premier educational experience for every student.
• We pledge to partner with the community to improve the lives of our neighbors.
• We are dedicated to having a lifelong presence in the lives of our alumni.
And when we complement these promises with our commitment to our enduring values, we define that which makes our University and its culture distinctive.
Our faculty are collegial, collaborative, innovative, inclusive, and adaptive, both within and beyond one's home unit. These attributes include commitments to collaborative discourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and enterprising learning practices.
Our faculty are expected to be innovative, adaptive, engaging teachers across modalities; producers of impactful creative and/or scholarly work; leaders in meaningful service activities to multiple communities. We seek faculty members who are strategic thinkers, engaging our dynamic communities. We are committed to student and faculty success, impact, and access, within an environment that prioritizes inclusive excellence. We inspire each other to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens, so that we can pursue fulfilling careers and meaningful lives.
Ball State University lives the values of Beneficence. We invite you to be part of our community.
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
Our Statement on Inclusiveness
At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness' as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.' As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellenceand freedom of expression.
Benefits and Community
Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.
- Affordable Healthcare
- Retirement
- Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development
Ball State Faculty Opportunities
Live Near Your Work - If you are considering living near the Ball State area, please visit the following link to learn more about relocation and living in east central Indiana:
https://www.bsu.edu/about/live-near-your-work
There's more to discover IN Indiana! Visit the following link to learn more:
IN Indiana
Appointment Type
Non-Tenure-track/Contract
Length of Appointment
PT Semester
Description
The University Supervisor is an adjunct faculty instructor in the Teachers College (TC) under The Office of Teacher Education Services and Clinical Practice (OTES-CP). The supervisor serves as the liaison between TC and the P-12 school where teacher candidates are placed for their student teaching experience.
The primary function of the university supervisor is to provide both onsite and digital guidance for the teacher candidate in their development of teaching competency, complete assessments which demonstrate that competency, and lend assistance to the mentor teacher.
While we are accepting all teacher licensure areas, the greatest need is in the following content majors and locations.
-Elementary Education (Muncie and Indianapolis)
-Special Education (Muncie, Indianapolis, and Fort Wayne)
-Early Childhood (Muncie, Indianapolis, and Fort Wayne)
-5-12 Licensed Administrators to supervise our graduate transition-to-teaching candidates and interested in the mentorship of multiple secondary content areas or elementary education.
-World Language Education (Muncie, Indianapolis)
-Science Education (Muncie, Indianapolis)
Minimum Qualifications
-Bachelor's degree in a field of teacher education from an accredited institution by date of appointment.
-Currently hold or have held a teaching or administrative license in a relevant field.
-Experience teaching in the field in which you are licensed for at least three years in an accredited P-12 school or related administrative responsibilities in teacher education.
-Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and be insurable under the university's auto fleet policy
-Must have the means to travel to multiple school sites within a specific area, and be able to navigate and work within the University's database and website systems.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
A Master's degree from an accredited institution.
Experience mentoring teachers in a professional, pleasant, cooperative, and collaborative manner. Experience in P-12 administration.
Required Certifications/Licensures
Currently hold or have held a teaching license in the appropriate content area.
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
Student Teachers
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Department
Teacher Education Services:800070
College/Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number
765-285-1862
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
202401283F
Number of Vacancies
Multiple
Desired Start Date
07/22/2024
Position End Date
05/14/2025
Posting Date
05/20/2024
Applications Accepted Through Date
06/07/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter
In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University's enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.'
Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information
Jonathan Dee
jjdee@bsu.edu
765-285-1862
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Licenses/Certifications
- Undergraduate Transcripts
- Master's Transcripts
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Letter of Recommendation 3
