Grand Valley State University hiring Elementary Clinical Instructor - College of Education and Community Innovation (Adjunct) in Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

Grand Valley State University is hiring part-time Clinical Instructors to support Elementary Teacher Candidates in their semester-long clinical experiences during the Fall and Winter semesters.

SummaryClinical Instructors serve as a liaison between elementary schools and the University and are primarily responsible for providing guidance and feedback on planning, instruction, assessment, and professionalism to Teacher Candidates across the semester. Employment is part-time, and based on semester enrollment. Compensation rates vary and are based on assigned number of students and clinical experience requirements.

This position is flexible in workload and work schedule. Clinical Instructors are required to travel to PK-12 school sites and have access to a reliable vehicle, personal computer, and smartphone. Mileage reimbursem*nt for travel to PK-12 schools and a GVSU Parking Pass are provided.

Primary Duties

• Observe Teacher Candidates across the semester, provide feedback, and submit observation reports and assessments by determined deadlines.
• Communicate and work directly with Teacher Candidates, PK-12 Mentor Teachers, PK-12 Administrators, and University Field Directors.
• Create Improvement Plans for Teacher Candidates experiencing challenges in the clinical experience.
• Submit monthly travel reimbursem*nt claims.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• 8 years PK-6 teaching experience in own classroom.
• Master’s degree in educational field.
• Possession of licensure or eligibility for teacher licensure.
• Competency with digital tools (i.e., Zoom, Google Drive, Microsoft Word, PDFs, Blackboard) for communication, providing feedback, and documentation.
• Ability to mentor teacher candidates and provide feedback to support professional growth.
• Willingness to collaborate with others to create an optimal learning experience for the Teacher Candidate.
• Willingness and ability to teach using multiple modes of instruction including in-person, hybrid, and online courses, or deliver courses on weekend or other non-traditional times.
• Successfully complete GVSU’s online and hybrid training.
• Willingness and ability to travel for instruction, supervision, and collaboration with stakeholders to assigned PK-12 school districts.
• Strong skills in written and verbal communication, organization, and conceptualization.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Experience working in urban/diverse schools and communities.
• Experience with culturally and linguistically sustaining pedagogy.
• Experience mentoring and coaching pre-service and/or new teachers.

Working Conditions

• Travel is required. Some evening/weekend work may be required.

Campus: Grand Rapids Pew Campus

How to Apply: To apply, please submit a cover letter that details your interest in this position and a current resume with the names and contact information for three professional references.

Application Deadline: Application review will begin immediately and the posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University. Individuals will be contacted for interviews as positions are needed.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).

Grand Valley State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for racial and ethnic minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.