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Adjunct Field Supervisor, Main Campus - Dwight Schar College of Education
Ashland University’s Dwight Schar College of Education seeks experienced educators to serve as adjunct university supervisors for fall and spring semesters. Positions support teacher candidates associated with the Main Campus.
University supervisors mentor and evaluate candidates during field experiences and student teaching. Through classroom observations, feedback, and ongoing communication with cooperating teachers, supervisors help candidates strengthen their teaching practice and prepare for the responsibilities of their own classrooms.
- Attend a minimum of one (1) training/informational session for supervisors each semester.
- Attend orientation events for students each semester.
- Hold an orientation with cooperating teachers and principals about teacher education program requirements and maintains ongoing communication throughout the candidate’s placement.
- Conduct a minimum of three-four (3-4) formal observations of classroom instruction per student candidate during public school hours, depending upon program.
- Make additional observations at school sites as necessary and as requested.
- Adhere to all Ashland University and school policies.
- Review lesson plans before observations and provide specific, constructive feedback on planning, instruction, assessment, differentiation, and classroom management.
- Facilitate midterm and final conferences with teacher candidate and cooperating teachers, separate from observation lessons.
- Model professionalism, maintain confidentiality, and build positive relationships with school partners.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree considered with relevant supervisory experience.
- Ohio Teacher License (current preferred; expired acceptable based on experience).
- A minimum of three (3) years teaching experience.
- Relevant professional experiences in elementary, secondary, music, art and/or special education settings.
- Relevant content-specific knowledge and pedagogy (i.e., how knowledge of an array of teaching and learning strategies associated with the subject matter content).
- Familiar with Ohio teacher educator standards.
- Ability to communicate expectations and concerns clearly, professionally, and respectfully.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage electronic records, evaluate assignments, and meet deadlines.
- Availability during school hours for observations and conferences, with the ability to travel to assigned schools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree preferred.
Salary
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date 10/27/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Number of Vacancies 3
Physical Demands
- Assignments depend on enrollment, placement needs, location, and the supervisor’s experience and availability.
- Ability to travel to school districts.
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Letter of Recommendation
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of Application
- Unofficial Transcripts
- References
- Valid Teaching License
Optional Documents
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Ashland, OH 44805
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