The posting
Job Description
Provides mentoring and support to Residency/Student Teacher candidates under supervision. Must visit and supervise teacher candidates in area schools. Participates in the collection of data associated with residency and/or student teaching.THIS POSTING IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF AN OPEN POSITION. Applications for part-time faculty positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department director when openings become available. Future assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall and spring. Postings close yearly on January 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply each year. At time of application, applicants should be prepared to upload a cover letter, resume/CV, references list and an unofficial transcript.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in a teaching discipline. Must provide evidence of successful P-12 school teaching experience of 4 years or more. Must have reliable transportation to visit and supervise teacher candidates in area schools. Must own or have access to a computer and be familiar with Microsoft Office Software and email. Must be familiar with edTPA or be willing to participate in edTPA training. Must be familiar with the State Teacher Evaluation System or be willing to participate in State Teacher Evaluation System Training. Must attend the Spring Reception for Residency Mentor Teachers. Selected candidates must agree to and pass a criminal background check in order to be employed.
About Us
The University of Memphis is a leading, student-centered, urban public R1 research institution. Located in Memphis, Tennessee, on 1,160 acres. The University serves a population of nearly 20,000 students and 2,500 employees, including more than 1,000 full-time faculty members. The University offers bachelor’s degrees in more than 230 areas of study, master’s degrees in more than 50 subjects and doctoral degrees in 26 disciplines; supported an institutional record of more than $100 million in research awards for FY24; and has an operating budget of close to $500 million.



