The School of Interdisciplinary Studies seeks a part-time lecturer as a University Field Supervisor (UFS). University Field Supervisors are required to supervise, mentor and interact with pre-service teacher candidates, campus principals, and their cooperating/host/mentor teachers as prescribed by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). Through observation, assessment and evaluation of pre-service candidates, field supervisors are responsible for providing high-quality feedback to candidates that result in actionable improvement of their practice. Additionally, UFSs are expected to interact and collaborate with TDC faculty and staff as needed to execute their responsibilities in a timely manner. The are also required to attend all UFS meetings, participate in the design and delivery of candidate seminars, and meet regularly with their pre-service candidate cohorts. UFSs are responsible for completing all TEA and TDC documentation required for pre-service candidates.

A Master’s degree in Education or closely related field. Texas certified elementary (EC-6), secondary (4-8 and/or 7-12) content field classroom teacher and/or Texas principal certification, and at least five years teaching experience with children EC-6, 4-8 and/or 7-12.

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence. Contribute assessment information and data as requested. Mentor undergraduate and/or graduate students in the field. Work with other University Field Supervisors (UFSs) and Teacher Development Center (TDC) faculty. Act as liaison and campus administrators.

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.


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