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Job Description: Empire State University invites applications for Field Supervisors to support student teachers enrolled in its Early Childhood program. The University seeks to expand its pool of supervisors to accommodate the continued growth of student-teaching placements throughout New York State, including the New York City area. Field Supervisors are typically assigned to support a student teacher for one full semester, consisting of two eight-week placements. During each eight-week placement, supervisors are responsible for the following: Participating in a virtual introductory meeting with the cooperating teacher and student teacher. Completing two in-person observations and one online observation. Providing constructive feedback to support the student teacher's instructional practice and professional development. Meeting with the student teacher prior to and following each observation to discuss feedback and areas for continued growth. Participate in a three-way conference with the cooperating teacher and student teacher at the mid-point and at the conclusion of the placement. Submitting all required observation documentation electronically by the established deadlines. Supervisors are needed in the following geographic areas: Allegany County Bronx Brooklyn Chatauqua County Greene County Jefferson County Orange County Queens St. Lawrence County Staten Island Syracuse area Field Supervisors generally support one to three student teachers per semester, depending on supervisor availability and placement needs. Appointments are anticipated to begin January 4, 2027.
Requirements
Required Qualifications: Master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university. Professional or permanent New York State teaching certification in Early Childhood or Childhood Education. A minimum of five years of full-time classroom teaching experience and attainment of tenure as a classroom teacher. Proficiency in using technology to fulfill supervisory responsibilities, including email and electronic submission of observation documentation, with access to a printer and scanner.
Preferred Qualifications: Teaching certification covering prekindergarten through grade two (PreK-2). Prior experience conducting classroom observations and providing feedback to teacher candidates or classroom teachers. Knowledge of the New York State Teaching Standards. Special Information: These positions require in-person supervision. Supervisors must reside within commuting distance of assigned student-teaching placements. Student assignments are based on placement locations and supervisory needs each semester. Supervisors may accept multiple student assignments per semester, depending on availability and placement needs. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for these positions.
Additional Information
Salary: Supervisors receive a flat payment of $400 per student for each eight-week session, totaling $800 per student for a full 16-week placement. SUNY Empire is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. The University actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the University. SUNY Empire is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants, or other members of the university community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic. SUNY Empire provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, veterans, or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (518) 587-2100. In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act, a copy of our crime statistics is available upon request by calling (518) 587-2100. It can also be viewed online at our Safety and Security.
Application Instructions: Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to our Part-time Academic Vacancy form. Please select Early Childhood and/or Childhood Education from the list under Subject Area(s) Interested in Teaching/Evaluating/Tutoring. Please indicate your current location in the City field.
URL: ptacademicjobs.sunyempire.edu/

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