Fieldwork Supervisor Pool AY 25-26: Department of Educational Psychology, SPED Programs

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FACULTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY (SPED Programs)

Part-Time Remote and Field-Based Supervisor Pool Position

POSITION AVAILABLE: The Education Specialist Mild/Moderate Support Needs and Extensive Support Needs Credential Programs in the Department of Educational Psychology are accepting applications for the position of Fieldwork Supervisor during Academic Year 2025-2026. Individuals with special education licensure and k-12 experience are encouraged to apply. Supervision for the 2025-2026 school year will be remote or face-face based on the delivery of instruction in the school district and the needs of the candidate.

The program is two years in length and culminates in the recommendation for the Preliminary Education Specialist Credential and the Master’s degree in Special Education. Candidates in the Education Specialist Program complete fieldwork and coursework concurrently over the course of the two-year program. The fieldwork experiences increase from three days a week to full-time student teaching.

THE DEPARTMENT: The Special Education Programs are one of post baccalaureate/graduate four programs in the Department of Educational Psychology. Program Coordinators work to provide all candidates with relevant field based experiences. Program faculty have expertise in special education pedagogy, collaboration, assessment, technology, curriculum and instruction. Program faculty work directly with fieldwork supervisors in the support of candidates.

DUTIES OF THE POSITION: The responsibilities of the position reflect both face-face and distance learning education and supervision environments. Please note that teaching assignments at California State University, East Bay may include courses at the Hayward campus, the Concord Center, and/or online. The policy and expectation of the California State University is that all faculty members will perform all of their duties within the state of California.

• Provide face-face or remote supervision for candidates teaching or completing fieldwork experiences in Alameda, Contra Costa, Santa Clara, and San Mateo counties.
• Travel to teaching/fieldwork sites in Alameda, Contra Costa Counties, San Mateo and/or when it is safe to do so.
• Contact with the candidate, cooperating teacher and the site administrator to let them know that you will be the onsite/remote supervisor for the credential candidate.
• Review the Using GoReact video and provide feedback to the candidate through the GoReact platform. Candidates will upload a minimum of 6 filmed assignments over the course of the semester.
• Filmed observations may include direct instruction, co-teaching/teaching in general /special education, assessing students, participation in IEP meetings, consulting/ collaborating, and managing support personnel.
• Complete observation of the video and online conference and provide the candidate with immediate and constructive suggestions.
• Complete additional contacts such as conferences related to co-teaching, conferencing about a candidate-identified topic, preparing an IEP, preparing an IEP meeting, demonstrating instruction, and modeling research-based instructional practices.
• Conference with the school site administrator at the end of each semester to present the candidate’s progress towards meeting the Teacher Performance Expectations.
• Be available to the candidate for support and assistance between uploaded site visits.
• Provide information regarding candidates to the program coordinator as requested.
• Attend CSU East Bay fieldwork supervisor trainings and meetings.

RANK AND SALARY: Salary is dependent upon educational preparation and experience. Please be advised that an appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to order of assignment provisions. The salary ranges for the Lecturer-Academic Year classification are listed below:

Lecturer AY (Range 2): $5,507 - $6,677

Lecturer AY (Range 3): $6,221 - $13,224

Lecturer AY (Range 4): $6,825 - $14,523

Lecturer AY (Range 5): $8,593 - $15,211

The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.

DATES OF APPOINTMENT:

Fall Semester Start & End dates: 08/18/25 – 12/19/25

Spring Semester Start & End dates: 01/20/26 – 05/22/26

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a valid, unexpired California Clear Credential - Special Education (Education Specialist Instruction) authorized to work with students with Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe Disabilities or the equivalent with additional authorizations: CLAD/English Learner and Autism Spectrum Disorders or an appropriate special education designated instruction or pupil personnel services credential.
• Minimum of 3 years K-12 Special Education teaching experience.
• Successful experience mentoring/coaching/collaborating with teachers in their first 5 years of teaching.
• Knowledge of the field of special education legislation, mandates and practices.
• Knowledge of research-based practices for instruction, assessment and supporting positive behavior.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Strong listening and interpersonal skills.
• Use of technology (e.g., GoReact, Zoom, Google, Blackboard, email).

PREFERRED:

• Master’s degree in Special Education or related field.
• Experience working with adult learners.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Positions open until filled. Applications are considered on a continuous basis. Applicants must submit (1) a letter of interest, (2) a complete and current vita, (3) an academic application through PageUp ("Apply Now"), and (4) two letters of professional recommendation.