Clinical Instructor (part-time) - Teaching and Learning
- Employer
- University of Colorado Colorado Springs
- Location
- Colorado Springs, CO
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- Faculty Jobs
- Education, Child Development & Family Studies, Educational Administration & Leadership, Special Education
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
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Description
Envision yourself in a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment that has a deep commitment to position our graduates for success in their professional and personal lives. Visualize applying your energy and skills for an organization that respects and cares about its employees enough to offer some of the best benefits of the industry while encouraging every team member to grow, collaborate, and provide input on how to consistently make the workplace a place people love to work. Imagine working at a college that welcomes everyone — students, faculty, staff, and community members — regardless of their backgrounds, beliefs, or traditions. If what was just described is what you look for in a workplace, welcome to the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS)!The College of Education at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) invites applications for two half-time, non-tenure track Clinical Instructor positions to begin August 2022. We are seeking applicants who want to supervise early childhood, elementary, secondary, and/or special education teacher candidates in the field and who want to teach courses within the teacher preparations programs at UCCS. We are particularly interested in applicants who have a strong interest in inclusive, innovative and collaborative approaches to teacher education, especially school/university partnerships that leverage technology to enhance access. Preference will be given to applicants with previous experience teaching adult learners. Who We Are:The College of Education professional education programs are accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), the Colorado Department of Education (CDE), and the Colorado Commission of Higher Education (CCHE). The College of Education offers programs in professional education and teacher licensure in Inclusive Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education; Counseling; Educational Administration; and Student Affairs in Higher Education. Undergraduate, Master and PhD degrees are awarded by the College. The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is one of four campuses in the University of Colorado system and is home to over 9,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students. UCCS offers 53 undergraduate degree programs, 24 graduate degree programs, and 8 doctoral programs. UCCS is also home to the world’s only Bachelor of InnovationTM program, which allows our graduates to master multi-disciplinary skills and graduate ready to create real change in the world. UCCS was recently classified as a “High Research Activity” university by the Carnegie Foundation and takes pride in being the only higher education institution in southern Colorado that explicitly includes research as part of its mission. We have a strong focus in fueling student success by creating, using, and maintaining a multitude of offices – First Year Experience, Excel Centers, Academic Advising, and the Career Center just to name a few. Overall, UCCS is constantly focused of preparing our students to have success in the future, and we understand that every single employee on our campus has a significant effect on that focus.The city, which was recently ranked as the number six Best Places to Live by U.S. News & World Report in 2021, known as Olympic City USA, rests at the base of Pikes Peak, the inspiration for the song “America the Beautiful” and a must-see for residents and visitors alike. The 14,115 foot summit is just one of dozens of area attractions, including scenic trains, museums, parks, a zoo and more. With a mild climate and 247 days of sunshine each year, the Springs boasts some of the state’s best recreation opportunities.The University of Colorado Colorado Springs is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and authorized by the Colorado Commission on Higher Education. For general information about UCCS, its programs, locations, students, faculty, and offerings, go to: https://www.uccs.edu/.Job Duties: Teach two courses each semester. Supervision of every 12 teacher candidates each semester is equivalent to teaching one course each semester. Attend monthly meetings for university supervisors Attend monthly department meetings and regular program meetings Serve on department, college, and university committees Related to Supervison of Teacher Candidates: Participate in the interview and selection process of prospective teacher candidates Work with principals to find appropriate classroom placements for teacher candidates Provide formal and informal feedback on observations of teacher candidates’ instruction Complete Educator Disposition Assessments for teacher candidates and enter these evaluations and formal observation evaluations for mentor teachers into an assessment management system Grade teacher candidates’ work submitted in an assessment management system (lesson plans, lesson reflections, video analysis assignments, etc.) Conduct weekly visits at school sites to address teacher candidates’ concerns, provide information about school policies and programs, clarify expectations, and provide guidance for the development of resume/cover letter/interview skills Meet individually with mentor teachers to discuss teacher candidates’ growth and needs Ensure effective communication about expectations and support for the work and concerns of mentor teachers and teacher candidates Meet with each teacher candidate individually for midterm evaluation Complete a summative evaluation of each teacher candidate at the end of each semester Participate in local scoring of edTPA Participate in scoring of the teacher candidates’ program portfolios Respond to student learning needs in a timely manner Related to Teaching Courses: Create highly engaging learning experiences related to course outcomes Gather and assess evidence of student learning in accordance with course expectations Use effective distance and online learning methods when needed Respond to student learning needs in a timely manner Implement culturally responsive practices Develop thorough syllabi and Canvas content OR follow the provided syllabus and Canvas content for the course Job Competencies: Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of best practices in both inclusive education and adult learning methods Ability to orchestrate engaging distance learning experiences Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public Ability to exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality regarding critical and sensitive information, records, and reports Ability to work in partnership with colleagues and faculty Multicultural competence and a demonstrated commitment to diversity in all forms Ability to implement and model high-impact teaching practices Work Location: On-siteRemote work will be available for emergency events. This will be offered based on the emergency and allowance will come from leadership and the guidelines provided at the time of the emergency.This position has been determined to be exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). What We Offer: Salary Range: Generally starting at $22,500 - $25,000 per academic year at 0.50 FTE The University of Colorado Colorado Springs offers excellent benefits, some of which include:
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Special Education or closely related field. At least 3 years of professional teaching experience in a P-12 environment. Desired Qualifications: A terminal degree (e.g., PhD, JD) 1 year of previous experience with mentoring teacher candidates Current engagement in professional development activities in the specific course content area as demonstrated in CV Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to move. Employee is occasionally required to have long periods of sitting, moderate bending, and fine motor skills. Tasks may involve looking at computer screen continuously for long periods of time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Colorado Springs
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Mar 14, 2022
Unposting Date: Ongoing
Envision yourself in a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment that has a deep commitment to position our graduates for success in their professional and personal lives. Visualize applying your energy and skills for an organization that respects and cares about its employees enough to offer some of the best benefits of the industry while encouraging every team member to grow, collaborate, and provide input on how to consistently make the workplace a place people love to work. Imagine working at a college that welcomes everyone — students, faculty, staff, and community members — regardless of their backgrounds, beliefs, or traditions. If what was just described is what you look for in a workplace, welcome to the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS)!The College of Education at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) invites applications for two half-time, non-tenure track Clinical Instructor positions to begin August 2022. We are seeking applicants who want to supervise early childhood, elementary, secondary, and/or special education teacher candidates in the field and who want to teach courses within the teacher preparations programs at UCCS. We are particularly interested in applicants who have a strong interest in inclusive, innovative and collaborative approaches to teacher education, especially school/university partnerships that leverage technology to enhance access. Preference will be given to applicants with previous experience teaching adult learners. Who We Are:The College of Education professional education programs are accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), the Colorado Department of Education (CDE), and the Colorado Commission of Higher Education (CCHE). The College of Education offers programs in professional education and teacher licensure in Inclusive Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education; Counseling; Educational Administration; and Student Affairs in Higher Education. Undergraduate, Master and PhD degrees are awarded by the College. The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is one of four campuses in the University of Colorado system and is home to over 9,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students. UCCS offers 53 undergraduate degree programs, 24 graduate degree programs, and 8 doctoral programs. UCCS is also home to the world’s only Bachelor of InnovationTM program, which allows our graduates to master multi-disciplinary skills and graduate ready to create real change in the world. UCCS was recently classified as a “High Research Activity” university by the Carnegie Foundation and takes pride in being the only higher education institution in southern Colorado that explicitly includes research as part of its mission. We have a strong focus in fueling student success by creating, using, and maintaining a multitude of offices – First Year Experience, Excel Centers, Academic Advising, and the Career Center just to name a few. Overall, UCCS is constantly focused of preparing our students to have success in the future, and we understand that every single employee on our campus has a significant effect on that focus.The city, which was recently ranked as the number six Best Places to Live by U.S. News & World Report in 2021, known as Olympic City USA, rests at the base of Pikes Peak, the inspiration for the song “America the Beautiful” and a must-see for residents and visitors alike. The 14,115 foot summit is just one of dozens of area attractions, including scenic trains, museums, parks, a zoo and more. With a mild climate and 247 days of sunshine each year, the Springs boasts some of the state’s best recreation opportunities.The University of Colorado Colorado Springs is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and authorized by the Colorado Commission on Higher Education. For general information about UCCS, its programs, locations, students, faculty, and offerings, go to: https://www.uccs.edu/.Job Duties: Teach two courses each semester. Supervision of every 12 teacher candidates each semester is equivalent to teaching one course each semester. Attend monthly meetings for university supervisors Attend monthly department meetings and regular program meetings Serve on department, college, and university committees Related to Supervison of Teacher Candidates: Participate in the interview and selection process of prospective teacher candidates Work with principals to find appropriate classroom placements for teacher candidates Provide formal and informal feedback on observations of teacher candidates’ instruction Complete Educator Disposition Assessments for teacher candidates and enter these evaluations and formal observation evaluations for mentor teachers into an assessment management system Grade teacher candidates’ work submitted in an assessment management system (lesson plans, lesson reflections, video analysis assignments, etc.) Conduct weekly visits at school sites to address teacher candidates’ concerns, provide information about school policies and programs, clarify expectations, and provide guidance for the development of resume/cover letter/interview skills Meet individually with mentor teachers to discuss teacher candidates’ growth and needs Ensure effective communication about expectations and support for the work and concerns of mentor teachers and teacher candidates Meet with each teacher candidate individually for midterm evaluation Complete a summative evaluation of each teacher candidate at the end of each semester Participate in local scoring of edTPA Participate in scoring of the teacher candidates’ program portfolios Respond to student learning needs in a timely manner Related to Teaching Courses: Create highly engaging learning experiences related to course outcomes Gather and assess evidence of student learning in accordance with course expectations Use effective distance and online learning methods when needed Respond to student learning needs in a timely manner Implement culturally responsive practices Develop thorough syllabi and Canvas content OR follow the provided syllabus and Canvas content for the course Job Competencies: Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of best practices in both inclusive education and adult learning methods Ability to orchestrate engaging distance learning experiences Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public Ability to exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality regarding critical and sensitive information, records, and reports Ability to work in partnership with colleagues and faculty Multicultural competence and a demonstrated commitment to diversity in all forms Ability to implement and model high-impact teaching practices Work Location: On-siteRemote work will be available for emergency events. This will be offered based on the emergency and allowance will come from leadership and the guidelines provided at the time of the emergency.This position has been determined to be exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). What We Offer: Salary Range: Generally starting at $22,500 - $25,000 per academic year at 0.50 FTE The University of Colorado Colorado Springs offers excellent benefits, some of which include:
- Medical insurance, with the lowest cost option being $0 to the employeeDental, Vision, Life and Disability insuranceMandatory retirement plans. Employees contribute 5% of their annual compensation. CU doubles that and contributes 10%Tuition Assistant Benefit available to you or a dependentPaid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Special Education or closely related field. At least 3 years of professional teaching experience in a P-12 environment. Desired Qualifications: A terminal degree (e.g., PhD, JD) 1 year of previous experience with mentoring teacher candidates Current engagement in professional development activities in the specific course content area as demonstrated in CV Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to move. Employee is occasionally required to have long periods of sitting, moderate bending, and fine motor skills. Tasks may involve looking at computer screen continuously for long periods of time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Colorado Springs
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Mar 14, 2022
Unposting Date: Ongoing
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