Master Teacher, Master Teacher/Program Coordinator
Company: Athens State University
Location: Athens
Posted on: March 17, 2023
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Job Description:
--- Master Teacher Duties Summary:This is a full-time, 10-month
position. The master teacher has broad responsibilities with the
Athens State Teach program that include coordinating projects with
peer master teachers at Athens State Teach, recruiting prospective
science and mathematics teachers, developing and teaching
certification courses at Athens State University and the local
community colleges, supervising students in the field, and
maintaining a strong working relationship with our partner school
districts. The position will require travel locally and an annual
trip to UT Austin for the UTeach Conference. Future employment is
contingent upon continued funding. Duties:Teaching Athens State
Teach introductory courses on the main campus and/or the community
colleges. Co-teaching Athens State Teach courses with the
faculty.Observing Athens State Teach students during field
experiences and supervising interns.Assisting with the Athens State
Teach program development and implementation.Advising Athens State
Teach students and potential students.Working as a collaborative
member of the Athens State Teach team to recruit students to the
program.Developing university, school, and community partnerships
to support Athens State Teach.Recruiting and developing mentor
teachers in the local school systems.Assisting co-directors with
developing grant proposals and pursuing external funding to support
the Athens State Teach program. Specific Tasks:Evaluate and grade
students class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.Plan,
evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course
materials and methods of instruction.Prepare materials for
laboratory activities and course materials, such as syllabi,
homework assignments, and handouts.Initiate, facilitate, and
moderate classroom discussions.Maintain student attendance records,
grades, and other required records.Compile, administer, and grade
examinations.Assist students who need extra help with their
coursework outside of class.Advise students on academic and
vocational curricula and on career issues.Maintain regularly
scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.Serve on the
Athens State Teach Steering Committee.Participate in student
recruitment, registration, and placement activities.Select and
obtain materials and supplies, such as lesson resources and
laboratory equipment. Maintain or repair lab equipment.Participate
in campus and community events, such as giving presentations to
shareholders.Assist the Athens State Teach student organization
adviser.Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading
current literature, talking with colleagues and participating in
professional conferences. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED:Earned Master s degree in Curriculum & Instruction,
Mathematics Education, or another closely related field from an
accredited university.Hold current teaching certificate.A minimum
of five years of teaching experience in U.S. public schools with
broad experience working with students in mathematics or science at
the middle and/or secondary school level. Evidence of effective
teaching performance may be requested.Willingness to participate in
innovative teacher education projects.Strong collaborative skills
and the ability to work as a team when supporting new initiatives
and partnerships with local public schools, community colleges, and
across the university.Excellent oral and communication
skills.Interest in the professional and person growth and career
development of the students. QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED:Experience as
a mentor teacher, lead teacher, teacher coach, or other similar
teacher leadership roles.Qualifications and experience appropriate
for teaching undergraduate courses, specifically in general
education or math/science courses.Experience with obtaining
external funding and/or participating in grant-funded
projects.Experience in innovation within the field of education,
including the use of evidence-based practices and
technology.Post-master s graduate study in math/science education,
teaching and learning, or a related field. --- Master
Teacher/Program Coordinator EOE
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