Part-Time Field Supervisor/Lecturer I

University of Maine System•Farmington, ME

About The Position

The University of Maine at Farmington is seeking a part-time Field Supervisor/Lecturer to mentor and supervise student teachers and practicum students in Early Childhood and PK-12 partner schools throughout Central, Southern, and Mid-Coast Maine. The role connects academic coursework with practical classroom instruction by bringing real-world classroom experience into university teaching. The position includes traveling to regional partner schools to observe, evaluate, and coach practicum students and student teachers, teaching weekly higher education courses, and collaborating with K-12 mentor teachers, school principals, and university faculty. Courses include EDU 396: Advanced Practicum Field Experience and EDU 389: Advanced Practicum and Seminar in Elementary Education. Part-time faculty are paid per credit hour, with rates starting at $1,211, in accordance with qualifications, experience, and the Maine Part-Time Faculty Association contract. Future teaching opportunities depend on course funding, performance, need, and availability; continuation is subject to the PATFA bargaining agreement and applicable University policies. Applicants must provide a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and a post-offer physical, as applicable. Applicants who require visa sponsorship cannot be considered.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Education, such as an MSEd, Educational Leadership, M.A.T., Special Education, or a related field.
At least 5 years of public school teaching experience, including demonstrated leadership or supervisory roles in PK-12 settings.
Valid driver’s license that meets University of Maine System standards, for travel to partner schools throughout the region.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a mentor teacher or background in innovative models of pre-service teacher supervision and school-university partnerships.
Prior teaching experience at the post-secondary or higher education level.

Responsibilities

Travel to regional partner schools to observe, evaluate, and provide constructive, real-time coaching to practicum students and student teachers.
Teach weekly higher education courses that turn classroom experiences into actionable learning.
Collaborate with K-12 mentor teachers, school principals, and university faculty to support students in their field placements.
Guide secondary education and physical education candidates in classroom placements as they plan, execute, and evaluate instructional strategies alongside K-12 mentors.
Lead elementary education candidates through a transition from observation to active classroom management, small-group and whole-class instruction, differentiated lesson planning, and standards-based assessment.