Adjunct Field Educator/Field Liaison, Office of Educator Preparation

Duties And Responsibilities (Field Educator)

• Provide on & off-site support to UB teacher residents during residency placement year.
• Provide regular feedback to teacher residents to improve teaching skills & techniques.
• Provide ongoing informal and formal evaluation of resident progress.
• Submit three formal Student Teacher Assessment Record evaluations of resident performance.
• Actively coordinate and work with school liaisons in providing appropriate learning experiences for the residents.
• Conduct monthly small group class sessions with resident student teachers and provide in-depth support & learning.

Duties And Responsibilities (Field Liaison)

• Make a minimum of one visit per month throughout the academic year (September – May) for each assigned resident.
• The visits should include a three-way meeting with the resident and mentor.
• Be available to problem-solve issues with the student and/or mentor teacher via phone or through additional field visits as needed; document any significant problems and the recommendations made to address the problem.
• Attend monthly meetings as required by the Office of Educator Preparation.
• Provide program feedback and evaluation as requested by the Office of Educator Preparation.
• Interview incoming candidates to ensure potential for success in a field placement.

Pay

This is a 10-month position that runs August – May.

Schedule

This is a pooled posting, and positions are filled on an as-needed basis.

Benefits

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About the Role

The Graduate School of Education at The University at Buffalo, State University of New York (SUNY) is seeking individuals with experience and knowledge of teaching practices and school communities and the ability to make connections between the university teacher education curriculum and the skills and practice knowledge gained in resident field placements. The incumbent will work collaboratively with the Office of Educator Preparation to ensure quality residency experiences that enable students to meet required competencies and adhere to accreditation standards.

Qualifications

Being a part of the University at Buffalo community. University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.