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University of Southern Mississippi Teacher Residency Site Coordinator in Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Teacher Residency Site Coordinator
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Teacher Residency Site Coordinator.
Position Details
Location Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
Division College of Education and Human Sciences
Position Type Staff
Employment Status Part Time
Grant Funded Yes
Posting Close Date Open until filled
Job Summary
The Teacher Residency Site Coordinator is a part-time (12-month) grant funded position that works with a cohort of teacher residents (pre-service teachers) and their mentor teachers. The Site Coordinator will provide instruction of teacher preparation courses and ongoing evaluation of the teacher residents’ instructional competency, delivering corresponding instructional coaching support. The Site Coordinator will also build relationships with residency mentors, facilitating the development of their coaching and mentoring capacity. The Residency Site Coordinator will supervise teacher residents in their placement schools and will supervise and access the residents’ work that is submitted. In addition, the Site Coordinator will supervise cooperating teachers in their capacity as residency mentors. Up to two positions will be hired with a concentration in the Pine Belt area and the Gulf Coast area.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Engages in on-site observation, instructional coaching, and mentorship at partner sites.
Delivers coursework in teacher preparation and teacher mentorship.
Serves as a liaison between teachers residents, mentor teachers, school administrators, and the College of Education and Human Sciences.
Recruits, retains, and facilitates development of mentor teachers in collaboration with school and district administrators.
Attends university meetings and programs, including faculty meetings and professional development, as appropriate.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in elementary or special education, educational leadership, or closely related field. Five years of experience of classroom teaching experience in an elementary or special education classroom. Current Mississippi Educator Endorsement.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of educator preparation
Knowledge of diverse populations and cultures
Skill in database management, including ability to gather, maintain and accurately report data
Skill in the use of software applications including proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
Skill in both verbal and written communication
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Must have dependable transportation and be willing to travel to school-based internship sites
Preferred Qualifications
Ten years of classroom teaching experience or combined 10 years of teaching and school administration experience. National Board Certification. Experience mentoring pre-service or first year teachers. Experience delivering professional development. Prior experience supervising/teaching elementary or special education students.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.