Teacher Preparation Program: Part-Time Instructors Fall, 2023-Summer, 2024
Position overview
Position title: Instructor, Teacher Preparation ProgramApplication Window
Open date: April 10, 2023
Most recent review date: Monday, May 1, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Wednesday, Apr 10, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
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 (2023/2024) 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 online 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 2023/2024:
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)
Historical and Sociocultural Overview of the Spanish Fluent World (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 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. New University of California employees should refer to Appendix F, Section II.C. of the policy for applicable deadlines. (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.) Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
Qualifications
• A minimum of five years' experience teaching (TK-16)
• Teaching experience in the appropriate content area
• A Master's Degree in related field.
• Valid TK-12 California clear credential and English Learner authorization or CLAD. A terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D., J.D.) may be substituted in replacement of a Valid TK-12 California clear credential.
• 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
• 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;
• 8+ years of experience in teaching, leadership or other clinical practice in K-12 settings
• 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
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
- 3 letters of reference required
Help contact: aprecruit@ucmerced.edu
Campus Information
The University of California is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and invites applications from all qualified applicants, including women, minorities, veterans, and individual with disabilities, who will enrich the teaching, research and public service missions of the university. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy (https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/DiscHarassAffirmAction).
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://www.ucmerced.edu/fast-facts), 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/).
UC Merced is a smoke & tobacco free campus (https://smokefree.ucmerced.edu/).