Student Teaching University Supervisor - POOL

Temporary (fixed-term) position in the Field Experience department. This is an ongoing pool search; applications are reviewed when supervisory needs arise.

About the role

Student teaching university supervisors are experienced teachers and administrators who serve as mentors for UW‑La Crosse teacher candidates during their school experiences. They act as official representatives of the university and as liaisons between the School of Education and cooperating schools and agencies. The supervisor is responsible for direct supervision of the teacher candidate, facilitating growth toward becoming a thoughtful learner, leader, inquirer, and community member. Duties include regular communication with student teachers and cooperating teachers, conducting observations and providing feedback, guiding development in meeting standards, documenting progress, and completing assessment forms. Supervisors also participate in training, orientation sessions, and School of Education meetings at the discretion of the Dean.

Responsibilities

• Conduct four or more observation visits per semester for each assigned teacher candidate.
• Schedule observations and three‑way conferences in advance; provide brief “drop‑in” observations.
• Provide weekly support and constructive feedback to teacher candidates (email, phone, in‑person, etc.).
• Serve as intermediary to eliminate misunderstandings and resolve conflicts between cooperating teacher and teacher candidate.
• Consult regularly with the cooperating teacher regarding the teacher candidate’s performance.
• Guide the teacher candidate in developing technical management competencies and reflective teaching practices.
• Offer support for practical and theoretical work, considering short‑ and long‑term professional needs.
• Be approachable and readily available to teacher candidates and cooperating teachers for discussion of the teaching experience.
• Monitor and facilitate the growth and development of the teacher candidate.
• Communicate regularly with the Office of Field Experience regarding progress and needs of teacher candidates.
• Attend semi‑annual student teacher/intern and supervisor orientations.
• Participate in all university supervisor activities, including training, supervisor meetings, and designated School of Education meetings.
• Share teaching expertise and insight to assist the teacher candidate’s professional growth.
• Document plans of action and interventions used to assist teacher candidates in gaining skills, in collaboration with the field experience coordinator.
• Complete and submit evaluation forms and other documents using Canvas or other designated technology.
• Complete online student and program evaluation surveys as requested.
• Respect and comply with expectations of partner schools.
• Serve as the bridge between the university and school personnel, cultivating and maintaining positive working relationships with all constituents.
• Respond to emails, phone calls, questions, and other inquiries in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean.

Requirements

• At least three years of previous PK‑12 teaching experience/expertise in the specialty subject area/grade levels of pupils being taught by the student teacher, or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to conduct oneself in a professional manner and adhere to the UWL School of Education Field Experience Handbook.
• Provide constructive and supportive feedback to teacher candidates and cooperating teachers.
• Knowledge of teaching standards and Wisconsin PI 34 regulations, or the ability to become familiar with and incorporate these standards and regulations into the responsibilities of this position.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Problem‑solving and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Willingness to learn and ability to become proficient in using email and technology/assessment systems within six months of initial appointment.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term (UW‑La Crosse does not offer H‑1B or other work‑authorization visa sponsorship for this position).

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education.
• Recent/ongoing professional development in PK‑12 education.
• Current or past Wisconsin teacher certification.

Benefits

Benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package. Highlights include paid vacation for 12‑month positions, excellent flexible health insurance with low co‑pays and good coverage, paid holidays and paid sick days. After five years of employment, you become vested in the retirement system ensuring post‑career income. Benefits are highly competitive with local industry and among the strongest in the state and nation. Benefit eligibility is determined at the point of hire and is pro‑rated based on appointment percentage.