Special Education Practicum Program Supervisor

Company Description:

When Bay Path opened its doors to students in 1897, it had a very clear goal: to provide a practical, affordable, and career-oriented education to prepare students to not only meet the needs of companies, organizations, and communities but to also thrive in their professions, identify and realize their dreams, and make a lasting difference in the world. From the beginning, Bay Path prided itself on being entrepreneurial, constantly pushing the boundaries of the academic experience to fit the student…to start them on the road of success. That spirit and philosophy is best reflected in our shared vision, “At Bay Path, every learner’s dreams of a better career, a richer life, and a brighter future will be realized.”

Bay Path University, an independent and not-for-profit institution, was named Among Fastest Growing Baccalaureate Colleges and Graduate Programs by The Chronicle of Higher Education Almanac, and is a member of the Women’s College Coalition. With a main campus in Longmeadow, MA, and a satellite location in East Longmeadow, MA, Bay Path offers undergraduate, graduate (for women and men) degrees, and professional certificates.

For 125 years, we have been committed to preparing our students to navigate a constantly changing world. Whether it is one of our innovative academic programs, groundbreaking online learning platform, or We Empower Learners and Leaders initiative, we educate our students in ways that will help them to grow, learn to adapt, and always to flourish. Be part of the change. Be Bay Path.

We invite you to visit our website at www.baypath.edu where you can learn more about Bay Path University.

 

Job Description:

• Position Code:
• Job Type: PT Adjunct
• Traditional On Ground or Online class: The Practicum Seminar Course is synchronous online. Practicum Observations are on-ground
• Undergraduate or Graduate class: Graduate Level
• Date class is scheduled to begin: June 2025
• Class schedule: Seminar classes are bi-weekly. On-ground observations are monthly or more frequent as needed. On-ground observations are within school districts across the state of Massachusetts. Driving is required.
• Duration of class: Seminar class meets bi-weekly synchronously from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. On-ground observations vary.
• Time of class: Tuesdays and/or Wednesdays from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

The practicum program supervisor plays an important link between the University, the teacher candidate, and the supervising practitioner. It is his/her responsibility to ensure that the teacher candidate is given the opportunity to become an effective and reflective practitioner and decision-maker. The practicum program supervisor will work collaboratively with the supervising practitioner and teacher candidate to solve problems, help create effective learning strategies, and develop professional working relationships.

The practicum program supervisor will:

• Provide candidates with consistent guidance, support and high-quality feedback during all field-based experiences (both in pre-practicum and practicum) that improve their practice.
• Use the Candidate Assessment of Performance (CAP) as outlined in these guidelines to assess and document evidence of candidate readiness for the licensure role.
• Coordinate the CAP process in collaboration with the Supervising Practitioner and candidate; adhere to timelines; facilitate meetings; calibrate with the Supervising Practitioner; submit all forms.
• Actively collect evidence during observations, synthesize and analyze the evidence to provide focused feedback to the candidate about his/her performance.
• Observe each teacher candidate in-person a minimum of one (1) time during the pre-practicum experience and seven (7) times during the practicum experience; review information from all observations; support the Supervising Practitioner in conducting observations.
• Submit data on candidate performance towards meeting CAP expectations.
• Confer with the supervising practitioner about the progress, areas of talents, and areas of improvement for the teacher candidate.
• Meet for formal three-way meetings with the candidate and supervising practitioner three times during the practicum to provide feedback and evaluation.
• Ensure that the teacher candidate is given opportunities to demonstrate the skills associated with teaching.
• Complete and maintain all copies of the Observation forms.
• Complete, review and sign all required sections of the CAP.
• Establish and maintain good relations between the school and the University.
• Review the teacher candidate’s documents at regular intervals.
• Work with the teacher candidate to build skills of self-analysis, self-direction, and responsibility.
• Be available for special visits and meetings should the need arise.
• Participate in seminars with teacher candidates.
• Is responsible for the final grade of the teacher candidate, after consultation with the supervising practitioner.
• Address concerns as they arise.
• Provide summary narrative or optional letter of recommendation at the end of the experience.
• Attend required meetings at BPU.
• Confirm with the teacher candidate that all endorsement paperwork is complete for the teacher candidate’s endorsement file.

Requirements:

• Degree requirements for the position: Graduate degree in special education and a Massachusetts Educator License in special education (moderate or severe) is required. MUST be available IN PERSON during the school day. On-ground observations are within school districts across the state of Massachusetts. Driving is required.
  Previous teaching experience: Minimum of 10 years of special education teaching and/or administrative experience.
  Experience with educator supervision and evaluation is required. Knowledge of the Massachusetts Candidate Assessment of Performance (CAP), Professional Standards for Teachers (PSTs), Council for Exceptional Children Performance-Based Standards, and High-Leverage Practices. Familiarity with Google (Google Docs, etc.) is strongly preferred.
• Ability to adhere to University policies and procedures.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• General knowledge of the University’s mission, purpose, and goals and the role this position plays in achieving those goals.

 

Additional Information:

Bay Path University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

Application Instructions:

All qualified applicants for this position should attach a cover letter, resume / curriculum vitae, and any other relevant information pertaining to this position and your candidacy. Please apply online. Faxes and emails will not be accepted.

Bay Path University is a smoke and tobacco-free community.

All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory background check.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position please email us at HR@baypath.edu or call 413-565-1157.

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