Affiliate Alternative Licensure Program Coach

Metropolitan State University of Denver • Denver, CO

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About The Position

The Alternative Licensure Program at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for part-time affiliate faculty teaching positions. The ALP Coach will support alternative licensure candidates in their teaching assignments. This is a temporary coaching position that serves students in the fall and spring semesters. Applicants need to be available 5 days per week during the day for lesson observations, debriefs, and meetings with alternative licensure teachers. The successful applicant will coach candidates in accordance with Teacher Quality Standards and assist each candidate in becoming an effective teacher in a variety of settings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in education or related field from an accredited college or university
• Teaching experience in a public or private school setting
• Has held a license to teach

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a related field
• At least 5 years of teaching experience in a public or private school setting
• Supervisory experience in an education setting (e.g. as a principal, department chair, university supervisor, or as a previous mentor/cooperating teacher)
• Experience in supervising or mentoring new teachers
• Holds a current Colorado teaching license

Responsibilities

• Assist alternative licensure candidates in meeting the requirements of the Colorado Teacher Quality Standards
• Conduct a minimum of 5 school visits for each assigned alternative licensure candidate during each semester
• Provide feedback on each lesson observed
• Complete and submit observation reports for each observation
• Evaluate alternative licensure candidate’s proficiency on Colorado Teacher Qualities Standards
• Communicate with Alternative Licensure Instructor regarding candidate’s performance
• Attend all required Alternative Licensure Program (ALP) meetings
• Teach assigned classes in person or online by delivering course content to students
• Prepare course materials and lesson plans
• Grade student work and provide robust feedback in a timely manner
• Address student questions consistent with university, college/school, and department policies
• Provide online or in person academic support to students as needed and appropriate for the teaching assignment
• Maintain office hours
• Comply with university-wide student evaluation of instruction policies and peer observation policies

Benefits

• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• Free RTD pass
• Tuition reimbursement
• Life and supplemental insurance plans
• Retirement plans
• Access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan

What This Job Offers

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