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Secondary Clinical Supervisors (Temporary/Part-Time)

Employer
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Location
UMass Lowell
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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution
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Job Details

Job no: 529988
Position type: Staff Part Time
Benefit Status: Non-Benefited – Non-Union
Campus: UMass Lowell
Department: School of Education
Salary: $900 per student
Applications Open: Aug 12 2026
Applications Close: Open until filled

General Summary of the Position:

University of Massachusetts Lowell is seeking part-time program supervisors with interest and experience teaching in middle and high schools to supervise teacher candidates in their practicum. Program Supervisors observe, coach, and train graduate candidates seeking teacher licensure in math, the sciences, history, and English. Candidates work collaboratively with teacher preparation faculty on supervision protocols and executing the state mandated Candidate Assessment of Performance (CAP). Supervisions typically occur 1-2 times per month on weekdays between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., in schools around the state.. Supervisors observe and meet regularly with teacher candidates during their practicum.

Specific duties include:

  • Attend CAP trainings prior to the start of the semester provided by UML
  • Support supervising practitioner (classroom teachers) in implementing CAP requirements by providing information about evaluation, rubrics, and evidence to develop a shared understanding of the candidate’s performance
  • Maintain regular communication and coordinate evaluation process with supervising practitioner and teacher candidate
  • Conduct formal observations (at least 3 for one semester practicum) and document candidate’s progress
  • Conduct formal meetings with supervising practitioner and teacher candidate and provide constructive feedback to improve candidate performance
  • Gather evidence of candidate performance and complete required formative and summative assessments using an online CAP platform

    • Minimum Qualifications (Required):

  • Master’s degree in education
  • At least 5 years of teaching experience in public schools and in a specific content area
  • Possess a Professional License in elementary education or special education
  • Strong communication and organization skills and ability to work collaboratively with elementary school and university faculty
  • Demonstrated commitment to collaboration and collegiality
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Demonstrated commitment to a culture of diversity, respect, and inclusion

    • Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience supporting novice teachers (as a mentor, coach, administrator, or teacher educator)
  • Experience teaching in an inclusion classroom and working with students with disabilities and classified English Learners
  • Familiarity with CAP

    • Special Instructions to Applicants:

    Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applicants is received.

    This is a part-time, temporary, non-unit, non-benefited position.

    Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.

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    Organization

    Working at University of Massachusetts Lowell

    Located in the culturally and historically rich Merrimack.

    Valley in northeast Massachusetts, the University of Massachusetts Lowell is a vibrant research university that offers its 13,000 students more than 120 bachelor’s, master’s, professional master’s and doctoral degree programs. Exciting opportunities in experiential and service learning, scholarship, community engagement, and international partnerships can be found across the Colleges of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; Engineering; Management; Sciences; School of Health and Environment; and Graduate School of Education.

    This is a time of unprecedented growth and opportunity at UMass Lowell. Student enrollment and retention have improved annually. Research funding and alumni giving have increased significantly and the campus has embarked on the construction of two new academic buildings: the Emerging Technologies & Innovation Center and the Health & Social Sciences Building.

    The University of Massachusetts Lowell is committed to increasing diversity in its faculty, staff, and student populations, as well as curriculum and support programs, while promoting an inclusive environment. We seek candidates who can contribute to that goal and encourage you to apply and to identify your strengths in this area.

    Mission Statement

    The mission of the University of Massachusetts Lowell is to enhance the intellectual, personal and cultural development of its students through excellent, affordable educational programs. The University seeks to meet the needs of the Commonwealth today and into the future and supports the development of sustainable technologies and communities through its teaching, research, scholarship and engagement.

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