Franklin University, a private, independent, accredited, not-for-profit University located in Columbus, Ohio invites applicants for its Student Teacher Supervisor-Geauga County, Ohio position beginning August 18, 2025. The Student Teacher Supervisor acts as a Clinical Supervisor for student teachers in Ohio, specifically assigned to oversee students within designated counties. This role requires 14 weeks of in-person supervision, ensuring that student teachers are supported, guided, and assessed effectively throughout their teaching experience. Ideally, the supervisor should hold a licensure that aligns with the licensure area of the student, creating stronger, more relevant mentorship experience by matching teaching specializations, such as grade level or subject area.

This role will work a remote schedule.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Provides 14 weeks of in-person supervision over student teacher candidate

· Supervises student teachers, provides guidance, and ensures they adhere to program standards and expectations.

· The supervisor will conduct a minimum of eleven meetings, including:

o Initial meeting with student and co-op teacher to establish ground rules

o Four student observation meetings

o Midterm evaluation meeting

o Four additional observation meetings

o Final evaluation meeting using the School of Education's approved clinical assessment method

· Completes, collects, and submits all required student teaching documents by program deadlines

· Maintains regular communication with student teachers via meetings, phone calls, email, or Zoom providing regular feedback to increase their teaching performance

· Objectively evaluates and grades Teacher Candidates based on classroom performance and submitted work

· Fosters student confidence and teaching efficacy

· Stays current with supervision approaches such as cognitive coaching, adult learning theory, and instructional practices

· Communicates with the Clinical Field Office staff regarding student concerns

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in Education

· Must have daytime availability to conduct in-person school visits

· Must reside in County or neighboring County where position resides within the state of Ohio

· Hold/held a 5-year Professional Teaching Licensure

· 5+ years of K-12 teaching experience

· Familiarity with Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES), Ohio Standards for the Teaching Profession (OSTP), and InTASC standards

Preferred Skills and Characteristics:

· Experience with academic assessment programs (Candidate Pre-Service Assessment for Teachers, OTES, etc.)

· Prior field supervision experience

· Current/Active Ohio Teaching license

· Previous experience mentoring or supervising teachers in Ohio

· Familiarity with Google drive, Microsoft teams, online documents, etc.

Additional Notes:

· $750 Stipend per student teacher supervised

· Mileage reimbursement to and from the school location

· The maximum number of students one can supervise is 5

· First time supervisors will not be given more than 1-3 students

About Franklin University

Founded in 1902, Franklin University has built its reputation on removing barriers to higher education for ambitious adults who must balance their educational goals with other commitments. Accredited and nonprofit, Franklin has earned its long-standing reputation as an innovator in online education. The University offers applied, in-demand undergraduate, master’s and doctorate programs that enable adult learners to achieve their educational and professional goals. From entrepreneurs to CEOs, more than 50,000 Franklin alumni can be found around the world contributing to the communities in which they live and work.

Franklin University is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment. Franklin does not discriminate on the basis of age, religion, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, disability, or veteran or military status.

We embrace diversity and strive to create an environment where students, faculty and staff feel a sense of belonging. We recognize that our collective potential can only be realized when difference is valued, equal access to opportunity is sought, and inclusion is practiced.