Remote Teacher Residency Liasion bei University of Massachusetts Global
University of Massachusetts Global · Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Remote
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Exceptional Benefits
At the University of Massachusetts Global, we value the personal health and financial well-being of our employees. Our affordable and flexible benefits packages truly encompass our mission and values by giving our employees peace of mind to allow them to focus on their professional development and other important aspects in their lives. Our benefits include:
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
· Wellness Programs (Physical and Mental Health Challenges, Campus Events)
· Robust and comprehensive Retirement Plan (Basic, Supplemental, Roth options)
· Professional development through online learning and training tools
· Service/Recognition awards
· Paid time off
The student teaching residency is a critical component of teacher preparation for the Springs Charter Residency Program in partnership with UMass Global. To ensure a smooth process, the establishment of a Student Support Liaison position would further enhance the School of Education student support network and enrich the partnership relationship between UMass School of Education and Springs Charter. This role will provide essential mentorship and guidance to teacher candidate students as they navigate the documentation and compliance requirements necessary for their residency placement.This position is fixed term and dependent on grant funding until 2031.
Remote work from California.
NOTE: unless otherwise indicated, work hours are based on Pacific Standard Time (PST).
The hiring range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00 per hour. The role is Part time for 29 hours per week. Offers are determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographical location, knowledge, skills, years & depth of experience, and equity with internal team members.
TYPE OF SUPERVISION:
Receive supervision from the Assistant Director, Clinical Practice.
Supervision — indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to the supervisor’s guidelines.
POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
The Residency Liaison would serve as a dedicated mentor and resource for teacher candidates, assisting them in understanding and fulfilling the Springs Charter administrative requirements of the student teaching residency process. This individual would act as a bridge between students and the university, ensuring that all necessary documentation is completed accurately and on time.
Mentorship & Guidance: The liaison will provide one-on-one and group mentorship to Springs Charter teacher residency candidates, offering clarity on required documentation, deadlines, and best practices for submission. The liaison will also provide guidance and coaching to cooperating teachers to ensure consistency of expectations and support for teacher resident candidates.
Support: The liaison will assist and empower students in gathering, completing, submitting, and processing necessary forms, credentials, and background checks related to non-coursework requirements and student teaching. The liaison will also develop resources and provide support with all program requirements, including CalTPAs.
Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution: If students encounter challenges with documentation, the liaison will work with university departments to find solutions, minimizing delays and stress.
Tracking & Follow-up: The liaison will maintain records of student program progress and submission status, providing reminders and follow-ups to keep candidates on track. Term reporting to the district and university on student progress.
Collaboration with University Faculty & Staff: The Student Support Liaison will work closely with the School of Education credentialing offices, to ensure a seamless documentation process. The liaison will partner with Outreach to provide information sessions for new teacher resident cohorts
The establishment of a Springs Charter Student Support Liaison position will enhance the teacher candidate experience, ensuring that students receive the guidance they need to successfully complete their residency documentation and other Springs Charter requirements. This role will support the university's mission of preparing well-qualified educators by reducing administrative barriers and fostering a smoother transition into student teaching and program completion.
POSITION SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR LICENSES:
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Communicate effectively both orally and in written form with solid interpersonal skills in order to keep people in the company connected and aware of any type of development. Must be proficient in research, writing and editing, and social media, as well as in languages other than English, preferably Spanish. Ability to work independently and maintain working relationships with all employees. Training in information technology along with graphic design skills are required.
Education and/or Experience: Four years of work experience in a district with grants and classroom experience. Learning management systems is a requirement. If hired, an employee will also be required to be fingerprinted by the Department of Justice and TB tested.
Language Skills: Must be able to write correspondence and effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
Reasoning Ability: Apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables within defined parameters.
Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Internet software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software, preferably Microsoft Office applications.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Machines, Tools, Equipment, Electronic Devices and Software: Ability to use a personal computer, Microsoft Office software, printers, and typical office equipment.
Contact with Students: Frequent
Contact with Faculty and/or Staff: Frequent
Contact with Community and Vendors: Frequent
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Position may be required to work flexible hours particularly given the need to support students’ or stakeholders’ extended hours of operation and may require occasional weekend and/or evening work. Applicants for this position are subject to a background check and a criminal history review.
Equal Employment Opportunity - University of Massachusetts Global is committed to providing an educational and work environment free of unlawful discrimination and harassment in any form. UMass Global prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of age, race (including hairstyle/texture, protective hairstyles, braids, locks, and twists), color, religion (including religious observance, belief, practice dress and grooming practices), citizenship, pregnancy (including temporary physical or mental limitations related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), sex, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, legally-protected medical condition, military (past, present or prospective) status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by local, State or Federal law.
Reasonable Accommodation – UMass Global provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the recruitment department at [email protected].
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