Clinical Supervisor

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William Paterson University employs approximately 1000 full time employees in the state who work in a variety of positions ranging from professors to administrative assistants and administrators, physical plant operations, campus police, athletics coaches, academic advisors, and more. William Paterson University supports a remote friendly hybrid work schedule for this role. William Paterson also boasts a four-day summer work week from mid-May to mid-August (Fridays off), during which all employees participate in our award-winning Summer Learning series. Spanning more than 400 wooded acres in suburban Wayne, New Jersey – just 20 miles from New York City – our campus is one of the most diverse in the nation and it ranks in the top 4 percent of colleges for social mobility. William Paterson is a strong proponent of employees growing their careers there. More than fifty percent of the University’s roles are filled by promotions from within. We’re not only committed to social mobility for our students, but also for our employees. Your work as a member of our team is important to our students and to the progress of our University. What you do here matters, and we value every contribution. Department Overview: The Office of Field Experiences creates, promotes, and supports mutually beneficial clinical partnerships between the College of Education and P-12 SCHOOL DISTRICTS so that: TEACHER CANDIDATES engage in and reflect on high quality clinical experiences; CLINICAL EDUCATORS grow as mentors and teacher leaders; and together they also collaborate in teaching and learning, professional development, and reflection to create a positive impact on P-12 STUDENT learning and their LARGER COMMUNITIES. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Attend each orientation program for each teacher candidate assigned to you (clinical experience and/or clinical practice) and meet with assigned candidates. Attend the clinical supervisors' meetings held at the beginning and end of each semester. Contact the cooperating teacher to introduce yourself and arrange for a “Hello” or initial visit. Introduce yourself to the principal on the first visit to the school. Conduct formal observations according to the chart below. Type of Clinical Work Minimum Number of Formal Observations Clinical Experience (practicum) Two (2) Formal Observations Clinical Practice I Four (4) Formal Observations Clinical Practice II Seven (7) Formal Observations P-3 Alternate Route Four (4) Formal Observations ESL Alternate Route Four (4) Formal Observations TSD-E Clinical Two (2) Formal Observations LDT-C Clinical Three (3) Formal Observations Review and provide feedback on the lesson plan schedule to be implemented for the observation. Conduct a pre and post-observation conference. Document each observation by recording and identifying information, classroom appearance, evaluation of lesson taught – both content and method of presentation, pupil conduct, student-teacher appearance, and student-teacher’s overall contribution to the school. Document each conference with the student teacher and with the mentor. Record the cooperating teacher’s assessment of the progress of the candidate. Read and provide feedback on weekly journal submissions. Notify the Office of Field Experiences if a candidate is having great difficulty and complete a Clinical Intern Action Plan. Work with the cooperating teacher, principal, and teacher candidate on interventions. Complete all assessment forms through Chalk and Wire by posted due dates. Prepare travel expense voucher. Complete and return surveys to support program improvement sent periodically throughout the year. Inform the OFE office if you are unable to serve as a supervisor for the next semester. Qualifications: Required Qualifications: New Jersey Department of Education Permanent Teaching Certification; A minimum of five (5) years experience in the area(s) of certification; Master’s Degree; Preferred Qualifications: Administrative Certification – supervisory experience preferred. Personal Attributes and Traits: Thrives in a collegial, cooperative environment Dedicated to excellence and achieving positive outcomes Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment Capacity to fulfill professional responsibilities with a strong sense of moral duty and obligation to the work at hand ADJUNCTS PER CREDIT RATE: New employees - $1975/CREDIT Employees who have worked for 13+ semesters at WP - $2050/CREDIT This position may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health and dental insurance and retirement plans. 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