Adjunct Faculty for Art Education Student Teaching Supervisor

Moravian University • Bethlehem, PA

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About The Position

Moravian University invites applications for the part-time position of Stage 3/4 Art Education Student Teaching Supervisor, beginning in the Spring (2025-26 academic year) or Fall (2026-27 academic year). The supervisor will serve as a mentor, coach, and evaluator for undergraduate and/or graduate teacher candidates in their field placements. This role focuses on supporting art education student teachers during their Stage 3 (pre-student teaching) and Stage 4 (full student teaching) experiences, ensuring alignment with Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) standards and Moravian K12 Art Education program goals. This is a field-based adjunct position that requires regular travel during school hours to assigned school sites.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) in K12 Art Education teaching certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years of successful K-12 Art teaching and/or supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated coaching and mentoring skills in educational settings.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel independently during school hours to local partnering districts.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• PDE-approved administrative certification preferred (e.g., Principal, Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction).
• Familiarity with PA teacher evaluation tools and current instructional best practices is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Observe and evaluate art student teachers in their clinical settings.
• Provide timely, constructive, and actionable feedback on teaching performance.
• Conduct formal observations and complete PDE-aligned evaluation forms (e.g., PDE 430).
• Support mentor/cooperating teachers and student teachers in navigating the supervision process.
• Maintain consistent and professional communication with university faculty, mentor/cooperating teachers, and student teachers.
• Facilitate triad meetings and coaching conversations that promote reflection and instructional growth.
• Participate in orientation, calibration sessions, and supervisor meetings as required.
• Ensure timely submission of observation reports, evaluations, and final grades.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree