MTEL Workshop Instructors - Framingham State University at Framingham State University – Framingham, Massachusetts

Location: Framingham, MA Category: Contract/Hourly Posted On: Wed Nov 13 2024 Job Description:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Present workshops for the Education Department and for the Division of Graduate and Continuing Education at FSU. Assist with updates and development of workshops, reporting requirements, and coordination, when assigned, of the resources provided by both Departments.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

The Chair of the Education Department and the Associate Dean of DGCE.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

None

EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with workshop content development and revisions.
• Presents in-person and virtual workshops to students on MTEL content on an as requested basis according to established procedure set by the Departments.
• Instructors are required to submit a syllabus of the workshop/course, to keep record of attendance, and to administer assessment and timely and thorough feedback on these assessments. Classes must focus on test objectives, information guides, general program and test information, test-taking strategies, test directions and open-response rubrics, etc.
• Represents the Departments in a positive and professional manner.
• Communicates relevant information and feedback from workshops to the department.
• Accountable for ensuring that equal opportunity, equity, inclusion, and diversity are integrally tied to all actions and decisions in areas of responsibility.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as needed.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Ability to obtain and transport workshop materials, including workshop supplies, laptop, speakers, etc.

Job Requirements:

CANDIDATES MUST:

• Be passionate and optimistic about their students, their content, and the teaching profession.
• Demonstrate mastery of and enthusiasm for the content area and the pedagogy it requires
• Use instructional practices that are likely to challenge, motivate, and engage all students and facilitate equitable, active student participation.
• Build a productive learning environment where every student participates and is valued as part of the class community.
• Actively create and maintain an environment in which students' diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected.
• Seek to participate in and contribute to a collaborative adult learning community.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREDED:

• Education: Bachelor's degree.
• Teaching or workshop instruction
• Ability to communicate digitally using e-mail system, Canvas platform, and other digital resources
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and equity, closing the achievement gap, and ensuring all students have access to the highest quality instruction.
• Expertise in designing and implementing standards-based instruction.
• Current authorization to work in the United States.

QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED:

• Hold a Massachusetts Teaching License.
• Master`s degree, specializing in the subject matter you will lead the workshop.
• Experience leading Professional Development and adult learning at the school or district level.
• Two or more years of workshop instructor experience.
• Three or more years of teaching experience.
• Bilingual in Spanish or Portuguese.

Additional Information:

This is a part-time, non-benefited, contractor position. The workshop instructor works on an as-requested basis, typically one to two workshops per semester. The workshops are typically five two-hour sessions. Hourly rate commensurate with education and experience.

Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions.

Framingham State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Members of underrepresented groups, minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.