The Department of Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Houston invites applicants for a non-tenure track Professor of Practice faculty appointment.

The selected candidate will provide and coordinate coaching and mentoring support for UH-ACP teaching interns in the College of Education Teacher Preparation Program, including but not limited to professional development (synchronous and asynchronous, face-to-face and virtual), formal observations with feedback, informal coaching visits, and coordination between university and district supports.

Interested candidates should provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three references.

Teaching & coordination of on-site courses

• Support the development and delivery of ongoing professional development courses for students based on data and a UH ACP scope and sequence.
• Regular communication with instructors in the UH Teacher Preparation Program and program administration
• Support the development and collection of asynchronous learning opportunities for ACP students

Supervise one cohort (15-20) of ACP Interns

• Conduct formal performance assessment cycles (POP Cycle) three times in the first semester and two-three times in the second semester
• Conduct informal coaching visits five times in the first semester and two-four times in the second semester

• Use performance assessments and coaching visits to collect data for program improvement and to provide ongoing coaching support to Interns
• Ensure accurate entry of T-TESS ratings by coordinator and Intern 48 hours to one week following the performance assessment

• Maintain current T-TESS certification
• Complete documentation in a timely manner throughout the semester.

• Collaborate with district and school administrators to select high-quality mentor teachers
• Conduct regular mentor teacher trainings twice per semester
• Facilitate three principal meetings (Governance Meetings) twice per semester to create & foster a positive relationship with district and school site staff

• Attend and participate in coordinator training and ongoing professional development meetings
• Attend program meetings to contribute and share evaluation ratings of TC s

• Follow all rules and guidelines established by the district for acceptable professional conduct and dress
• Establish and maintain mutual respect, trust, communication and confidentiality with teacher candidates and school/district personnel
• Maintain a frequent, recurring presence in the school sites

In addition to providing coaching support to intern candidates during the academic year, this position includes the option to impact programming through curriculum development and professional development implementation for 2 summer months (July and August) with additional compensation.

The University of Houston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution and recognizes protected classes of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, religion, age (40 and above), national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or status, and gender expression as required by federal law. Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Minimum Masters degree in Education-related field
Minimum 3 years teaching in EC-12 classroom
Current relevant teacher certification preferred
Requires knowledge of public school settings
Policies, procedures and certification requirements change over time; occasional updating of credentials and/or additional training may be required