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University of Missouri-Kansas City · 2 weeks ago

Adjunct Instructor/Supervisor, Teacher Education and Curricular Studies, UMKC School of Education, Social Work, and Psychological Sciences (Continuous Posting)

Kansas City, MO

Part-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

The University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) is seeking adjunct faculty in Urban Teacher Education within the Department of Teacher Education and Curriculum Studies. The role involves teaching courses for initial teacher certification, supervising teacher candidates, and assessing their performance during field experiences.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Teaching or assisting in teaching courses in initial teacher certification

Supervise and observe all assigned teacher candidates in their field and/or clinical experience(s)

Assess candidate teaching performance during field and/or clinical experience(s)

Complete electronic observation forms to document candidate performance

Document plan of action/interventions used to assist candidate in developing knowledge, skills and dispositions

May include teaching a linking seminar course that reinforces knowledge, skills and dispositions from field and clinical experiences

Provide constructive support, suggestions and recommendations to assist the candidate’s growth and development

Demonstrate and reflect knowledge of effective instructional practices for differing classrooms

Maintain individual candidate documentation and confidentiality

Serve as a liaison between the university and practicum site while promoting and sustaining positive relationships with the Cooperating Mentor Teacher(s), teacher candidates, principal and university faculty

Respond to email, phone calls, questions and other inquiries in a timely manner

Participate in Seminars as requested

Participate in regularly scheduled university supervisor, program and/or adjunct faculty meetings

Travel significantly in the metro Kansas City region

Communicates clearly in a timely manner issues and/or concerns regarding candidate performance to faculty and the Coordinator of Field Experiences

Demonstrate knowledge, skills and dispositions that clearly align with the School of Education mission, vision and values

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Master’s degree in EducationTeacher certificationPK-12 public school experienceTechnology competenceMentoring abilityEducationOral communication skillsWritten communication skillsCollaboration skills

Required

A Master's degree in Education (Specific content areas include: Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Middle School and Secondary Math, Social Studies, Language Arts/English/Literacy and/or Multicultural Education)

At least three years of successful PK-12 public school experience as a classroom teacher or equivalent in an urban setting (at least 5 years for some positions)

Current or prior teacher certification in the United States

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Competence in use of technology such as Canvas and online repositories

Demonstrated understanding and commitment to education

Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with others

Demonstrated ability to mentor teachers

Valid driver's license and access to transportation required for Supervision roles

Preferred

A Specialist of Doctoral degree in Education

Benefits

Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b)

Company

University of Missouri-Kansas City

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UMKC, Kansas City’s only R1 public research university, is part of the University of Missouri System.

Founded in 1929

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.umkc.edu/

H1B Sponsorship

University of Missouri-Kansas City has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)

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Trends of Total Sponsorships

2025 (32)

2024 (29)

2023 (25)

2022 (23)

2021 (11)

2020 (9)

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Total Funding

$3.4M

Key Investors

US Department of Commerce, Economic Development AdministationMissouri Department of Economic DevelopmentNational Institute of Standards and Technology

2023-11-09Grant· $2M

2023-04-20Grant· $0.15M

2022-09-20Grant· $0.5M