Master in Teaching Field Supervisor Position Details Department College of Professional Studies, School of Education Reports To MIT Program Lead Appointment January - June Close Date Open Until Filled Classification Adjunct, part-time Position Summary The School of Education at Northwest University invites applications for part-time Master in Teaching (MIT) Field Supervisors to support graduate teacher candidates during their student teaching experiences from January through June. Field Supervisors serve as mentors, coaches, and university representatives as candidates transition from coursework into classroom practice. Supervisors observe candidates in their K-12 placements, provide constructive feedback, collaborate with mentor teachers, and support candidates' growth in effective, culturally responsive teaching. This is a flexible adjunct position. Field Supervisors may supervise two to ten candidates, depending on interest and availability. Supervisors are consulted regarding the location of each placement before assignments are finalized. Ideal candidates are experienced educators who enjoy mentoring emerging teachers and can provide both encouragement and thoughtful, actionable feedback. Candidates must be able to affirm and support Northwest University's Statement of Faith and mission as a Christian university. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the School of Education's supervision needs have been met. Essential Functions Mentor and support assigned MIT teacher candidates throughout part-time and full-time student teaching. Conduct at least four in-person observations of each assigned candidate and provide timely written and verbal feedback. Coach candidates in instructional planning, classroom management, assessment, differentiation, culturally responsive teaching, and reflective practice. Maintain regular communication with candidates and mentor teachers and collaborate to support a successful field experience. Complete required candidate evaluations and program documentation by established deadlines. Communicate concerns promptly to the MIT Program Lead and assist with problem-solving when challenges arise. Serve as a professional liaison between Northwest University and partner K-12 schools.

Qualifications Required:

Master's degree in education or a related field. Current or previous state teaching certification. Significant successful K-12 teaching experience. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to provide constructive, growth-oriented feedback to developing teachers. Alignment with Northwest University's mission and Statement of Faith.

Preferred:

Experience mentoring, coaching, or supervising teachers or student teachers. Familiarity with Washington State teacher certification expectations and the InTASC teaching standards. Compensation Field Supervisors are compensated $931.20 per teaching candidate supervised. Mileage for required travel to assigned school sites is reimbursed according to Northwest University policy. Application Requirements Interested candidates should submit: A current résumé or curriculum vitae. A brief cover letter describing relevant K-12 teaching, mentoring, coaching, or supervisory experience. Contact information for two professional references. A brief statement describing alignment with Northwest University's Christian mission and Statement of Faith. Additional documentation may be requested prior to appointment. Applications will be reviewed as received and positions will remain open until supervision needs have been met. Contact Information Heather Lucas, MIT Program Lead .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) Search procedures will be closed, when a sufficient number of qualified applicants have been identified. Applicants are urged to provide sufficient information, so that the application file may be considered complete at the end of the search period. Northwest University Northwest University is a Christian coeducational undergraduate and graduate institution, related to the Assemblies of God, offering baccalaureate and master's, and doctoral level education. The sixty-acre campus is located in Kirkland, Washington, just ten miles from downtown Seattle. The campus is an ideal setting for study, recreation, and inspiration and is centrally located and convenient to industry, business, and commercial activities. Mission Statement We, the people of Northwest University, carry the call of God by continually building a learning community dedicated to spiritual vitality, academic excellence, and empowered engagement with human need. In addition, all faculty members at Northwest University must subscribe to our Statement of Faith . Accreditation Northwest University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (regional). The University is endorsed by the Commission on Christian Higher Education of the Assemblies of God and the Association of Christian Schools International. The University holds membership in the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities . Northwest University's College of Business is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) . The Buntain College of Nursing's baccalaureate degree is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education . In addition, the College of Nursing has received approval from the Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission . The University is also approved by the Board of Education and Superintendent of Public Instruction of the State of Washington to prepare elementary and secondary education teachers and recommend for certification. It is a member of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education. Northwest University's doctoral program in counseling psychology is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA) . The University is approved by the Federal and State Governments for student aid programs and for the training of international students. Selected programs of study are approved by a Washington State Approving Agency for enrollment of those eligible for benefits under Title 38 and Title 10, U.S. Code and by Washington State for training in Vocational Rehabilitation. It is listed in the current bulletin, "Accredited Higher Education Institutions," published by the U.S. Office of Education. Back to Job Opportunities