Adjunct: Student Teaching Supervisor

Holy Family University • Philadelphia, PA

19h • Hybrid

About The Position

The School of Education at Holy Family University invites applications for adjunct instructors to serve as Student Teaching Supervisors for the Fall 2026 semester. The University is a private institution in the Catholic tradition with campus locations in Philadelphia and Newtown PA. The main campus is nestled in the heart of a historic residential neighborhood in Northeast Philadelphia that is vibrant and just minutes from the excitement of Center City. The Newtown campus is located in Bucks County surrounded by nature and a step away from parks, farmers’ markets and great dining. One of the best parts of Holy Family University is our welcoming atmosphere--and that's not by chance. Our mission centers on creating an environment that encourages all members to get to know one another, learn from one another, and experience a range of perspectives and worldviews. Our community is strong because of this. We seek dynamic individuals that will serve as a mentor, coach, and evaluator for undergraduate and/or graduate teacher candidates in their field placements. This role focuses on supporting student teachers during their Stage 3 (practicum) and Stage 4 (full student teaching) experiences, ensuring alignment with Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) standards and program goals. This is a field-based adjunct position that requires regular travel during school hours to assigned school sites. All employees are expected to understand the mission of Catholic higher education and to support the core values, mission, goals and objectives of Holy Family University.

Requirements

• Master’s degree and Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) teaching certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years of successful PK-12 teaching and/or supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated coaching and mentoring skills in educational settings.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic Social Teaching
• Ability to travel independently during school hours to local partnering districts.
• Candidates should be comfortable using digital tools for documentation and communication (e.g., Google Suite, email, Zoom, AI).

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• Supervisors must uphold the educational standards and expectations which include respectful engagement, creation of student-centered learning environments, accountability, inclusion, and lifelong learning.

Responsibilities

• Observe and evaluate 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 coaching conversations that promote reflection and instructional growth.
• Participate in orientation and supervisor meetings as required.
• Ensure timely submission of observation reports, evaluations, and final grades.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level