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Job No: 556750
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: Fresno
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time
Position Summary
The University Coach (Supervisor) is a faculty member of the Curriculum and Instruction Department, supervising Teacher Credential Candidates for the Multiple Subject and/or Single Subject Credential Programs. The Office of Clinical Practice assigns coaches to Teacher Credential Candidates. As a liaison between the University and the cooperating schools (schools where teaching candidates are placed), coaches are expected to provide culturally responsive, high-quality instruction, mentorship and supervision for pre‑service student teachers and/or interns according to the California Teaching Commission and Kremen School of Education and Human Development accreditation requirements. In turn, they communicate the cooperating schools’ suggestions and their needs to the University for improvement of the Multiple Subject or Single Subject Teacher Education Programs.
University Coaches (Supervisors) have the unique opportunity to contribute to the professional growth and development of Teacher Credential Candidates. They should have recent professional and/or teaching experience in an elementary and/or secondary setting where the curriculum aligns with recently adopted state standards and the school reflects the diversity of California’s student population and provide evidence of these qualifications. The University Coach (Supervisor) should have current knowledge of supervision approaches that recognize the varied academic backgrounds of future educators such as cognitive coaching, adult learning theory, and current “content-and context-specific” pedagogy and instructional practices. All University Coaches (Supervisors) will be evaluated by their Teacher Credential Candidate(s) and Mentor Teacher at the end of the semester and will receive regular peer evaluations of their coaching from a faculty member. Evaluation results will be placed in their Faculty Personnel Action File (PAF).
Instructor Responsibility
Temporary faculty members are responsible for adherence to and implementation of university and system‑wide policies as directed per Academic Policy Manual 306, paragraph 2. Instructors are responsible for the preparation, delivery, conducting, proctoring, and grading (as appropriate) lectures, office hours, homework assignments, quizzes, class projects, and midterm and final exams. All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the entire semester, in the mode assigned and listed in the schedule of classes (i.e. asynchronous, synchronous, in‑person, or hybrid).
Coach Responsibilities
Coaches are considered Temporary Faculty members. As such, they are responsible for adhering to and implementing university and system‑wide policies as directed by Academic Policy Manual 306, paragraph 2.
Meet with Mentor Teachers for an orientation to review course requirements and discuss expectations, roles, and co‑teaching during the first two weeks of the semester or after student teaching begins. Note: Orientation can occur as a “triad” meeting; a triad meeting involves the Teacher Candidate, Mentor Teacher, and University Coach (Supervisor).
Make regular visits to the school site to meet with Teacher Candidates, Mentor Teachers, Administrators/designees, or visit/observe Teacher Candidates. Visits include holding small group, individual, or virtual discussions to review pertinent information. University Coaches may enhance communication and contact with teacher candidates (via phone, webinar, online community, etc.).
Complete (in TK20) a minimum of six formal lesson observations using scripted field notes or an observation rubric based on the California Teacher Performance Expectations (TPEs) to provide formative, action‑oriented feedback. At least four formal observations must be in‑person (face‑to‑face); the remaining two may be synchronous/asynchronous video observations. Have a documented debriefing meeting with the candidate after each observation to guide the candidate's reflection on the lesson and provide feedback to support continuous growth and success.
Be available and maintain communication with the Teacher Candidate and Mentor Teacher throughout the entire semester (as established by the University Calendar) to ensure that the candidate is progressing; provide documented feedback on growth areas.
Review lesson plans and reflections and provide continuous feedback to the Teacher Candidate throughout the semester.
Use their experience and knowledge to assist (consult, collaborate) the Teacher Candidate in understanding and applying current teaching methods, related materials, and resources.
Use effective questioning and coaching strategies to help the Teacher Candidate build confidence and become skillful in continuous self‑assessment, self‑reflection, and goal setting.
Discuss and document “areas for improvement” at the first sign of need. Monitor progress and contact the Program Coordinator or Department Chair if the “areas for improvement” do not yield expected growth. Review the Credential Candidate or Concerns section of the Office of Clinical Practice Handbook to determine if a “Statement of Concern” is warranted.
Support each Candidate in basic needs, as well as emotional and mental health areas. If concerns arise about a candidate’s well‑being, the coach is asked to notify the program coordinator and Department Chair. Become familiar with resources available at the Fresno State Student Health and Counseling Center (https://www.fresnostate.edu/studentaffairs/health/index.htm).
Evaluate the Teacher Candidate’s Site Visitation Project (SVP) and/or Teaching Sample Project (TSP) and schedule time to debrief and document results with the Teacher Candidate; provide remediation if necessary.
Formally evaluate (Mid‑Semester and Final‑Semester Evaluation) the Teacher Candidate during a “triad” meeting at least twice per semester. A triad meeting involves the Teacher Candidate, Mentor Teacher, and University Coach (Supervisor).
Assist the Teacher Candidate with meeting the Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs) and assign a CR/NC grade through PeopleSoft/MyFresnoState.
Attend all mandatory program events, meetings, and training, and obtain reliability as a rater; participate in FAST training, calibration, and scoring.
Uphold Fresno State’s Principles of Community when interacting with Teacher Credential Candidates and Mentor Teachers at all times.
Submit all proper documentation digitally through TK20 (https://fresnostate.tk20.com/).
Conditional Appointment
Please be advised that an appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and California Faculty Association. These provisions state the “Order of Work,” or the order in which available courses must be assigned to faculty, starting with tenure line faculty and ending with new lecturer appointees.
Appointees will be required to demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. California State University, Fresno does not sponsor Temporary Faculty for work visas.
Compensation
Commensurate by qualifications and experience within salary range placement. The salary ranges are established by the CSU Salary Schedule (Class Code = 2358 for Academic Year Lecturers). The salary range for Temporary Faculty with a Master’s degree is $5,507–6,677 per month when teaching full time (15 WTUs). Starting salaries are usually at or near the minimum of the range. Actual monthly salary will be adjusted based on the number of WTUs assigned per an academic term.
Anticipated Semester
The temporary faculty pool is continuously open, and positions are filled as needed, based on student enrollment and funding. This is a pool of part‑time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. The number of positions varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the Department. Appointments from the pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term. Applicants may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. The pool will remain in place for two academic terms; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond that time must reapply.
Fall 2026: August 19 2026 – December 22 2026
Spring 2027: January 15 2027 – May 26 2027
Required Qualifications
Education (from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent):
Multiple Subject University Coaches (Supervisors) must possess a clear Multiple Subject teaching credential per CCTC guidelines.
A master’s degree in an area of Education or closely related field.
Single‑Subject University Coaches (Supervisors) must possess a clear single‑subject teaching credential (Agriculture, Art, English, Math, Music, Physical Education, Science, Social Science, Foreign Language: Spanish and French) per CCTC guidelines.
A master’s degree in subject area, Education or closely related field.
Individuals interested in coaching candidates pursuing a Bilingual Authorization must also possess a BCLAD or Bilingual Authorization and be fluent in Spanish or Hmong.
Experience
Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
A minimum of three years experience teaching at the elementary and/or secondary level (middle or high school).
Contact for Inquiries
Dr. Patricia D. Lopez, Chair – pdlopez@csufresno.edu or Chris Cooper, Coordinator of the Office of Clinical Practice – cooper05@mail.fresnostate.edu
Legal and Compliance
California State University, Fresno is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and is committed to implementing employment policies consistent with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations.
As a faculty member, the position holder is considered a “limited reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 (Revised July 21 2017) as a condition of employment.
A background check, including criminal record check, must be completed satisfactorily. An offer of employment may be withdrawn or employment may be terminated based upon the results of the background investigation.
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