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Teacher Preparation Program: Part-Time Instructors Fall, 2022-Summer, 2023

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Position overview

Position title: Instructor, Teacher Preparation Program
Salary range: $3,750 per course for a standard, three unit course
Percent time: Part-Time
Anticipated start: For Fall 2022 - August 2022
For Spring 2023 - January 2023
For Summer 2023 - May 2023
Position duration: Fall and Spring - 1 semester
Summer - 8 week term

Position description

UC Merced Extension, Education Programs invites applications for part-time instructors for the Teacher Preparation Program (TPP). Screening of applicants is ongoing and will continue as needed for the academic year (2021/2022) and summer term.

These are by-agreement contract positions for the semester of appointment. Reappointment, if any, is based solely on instructional need. Candidates should be competent to conduct instruction independently, without supervision and work collaboratively with the greater Extension and Education Program teams.

All instructors are required to attend an instructor orientation and training, as well as monthly instructor meetings.

Teacher Preparation Program courses are face to face and typically held from 4:30-6:50pm, and 7:10-9:30pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and/or Thursday evenings. The summer hours of instruction may differ.

Potential Teacher Preparation Courses for Academic Year 2021/2022:

Foundations of Education
Teaching Practicum
Clinical Practice I
Clinical Practice III
Diverse Students – Inclusive Instruction
Project-Based Instruction and Assessment
Technology Supported Project-Based Learning
Secondary Reading for Understanding
Single Subject Methods – English
Single Subject Methods – History
Single Subject Methods – Mathematics
Single Subject Methods – Science
Research Methods in Education
Learning, Cognition and Instruction
Integrated Physical Science, Math and Scientific Literacy
Integrated Earth and Space Sciences, Math and Digital Literacy
Integrated Life Sciences, Math and Health Literacy
Integrated Humanities and Visual Literacy
Integrated Humanities and Cultural Literacy
Integrated Humanities and Global Literacy
Bilingual Teaching: Spanish (BCLAD)
Humanities and Global Literacy (BCLAD)

Positions are typically filled in the spring and summer terms for summer and fall courses, and during the fall for spring courses, but openings may occur throughout the year and can be filled as needed from applications in the pool.

Qualified applicants will be identified from the pool when needs arise; you are encouraged to apply immediately to ensure consideration.

Compensation: $3,750 per course for a standard, three unit course.
BCLAD courses are offered back-to-back in the regular semester and are compensated as one (1) course.

Compensation may vary based on enrollment (high or low) and experience.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/SARS-CoV-2_Covid-19. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is 14 days after their first date of employment.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

• A minimum of five years' experience teaching (TK-16)
• Teaching experience in the appropriate content area
• Earned graduate degree in related field
• Valid TK-12 California clear credential and English Learner authorization or CLAD (Teacher Preparation
Courses)
• Knowledgeable in the California content standards (Teacher Preparation Courses)
• Knowledgeable in the Teaching Performance Expectations (Teacher Preparation Courses)
• Knowledgeable in current educational theory and practice (Teacher Preparation Courses)
• Knowledgeable in support strategies for English learners and students with learning needs and demonstrates
these effective strategies within their own classroom
• Online instructional experience, knowledge of learning management systems, and Zoom

Additional qualifications

• Master's degree in Education (or related field) and a valid California Clear Credential;
• Coursework or other scholarly preparation relevant to the course assigned;
• Teaching experience in K-12 public schools;

Preferred qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in teaching, leadership or other clinical practice in K-12 settings
• Earned doctorate
• Original research in the appropriate content area
• Experience as an Academic Coach or Teacher on Special Assignment in the appropriate content area
• Pedagogical expertise, strong content knowledge, and positive communication skills
• Experience with adult learners
• Appreciation and understanding of the cultural and linguistic diversity of students and the San Joaquin Valley
community
• Able to serve as a resource to candidates in developing a philosophy of education that promotes development
of equitable and inclusive learning environments

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Cover Letter

  • Statement of Teaching

  • Statement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - Statement on your contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, including information about your understanding of these topics, your record of activities to date, and your specific plans and goals for advancing equity and inclusion. Please review the UC Merced Diversity Statement Guidelines and UC’s Commitment to Diversity

Reference requirements
  • 3 letters of reference required
Apply link: https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF01294

Help contact: aprecruit@ucmerced.edu

About UC Merced

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system’s 10 campuses. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students (https://cie.ucmerced.edu/analytics-hub/student-statistics), UC Merced is committed to interdisciplinary excellence in research and teaching as well as to diversity, equity and inclusion. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced provides outstanding educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California. The Merced 2020 Project doubled the physical capacity of the campus, and enhanced academic distinction, student success, and research excellence (https://merced2020.ucmerced.edu/).

The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy.

Job location

Merced, CA