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Secondary Teacher Mentor

University of North Texas System

  • Denton, Texas
  • 9 days ago
  • $25 Per Hour

Highlights

We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth.

Numbers & Facts

LocationDenton, Texas

Description

Title: Secondary Teacher Mentor

Employee Classification: Non-Student Help - Hourly

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

Sub Division-Department: UNT-College of Education

Department: UNT-Teacher Education & Admin-132330

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $25.00

FTE: .48

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
 
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
 
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
 

Department Summary

Developing professionals who help others reach their full potential through powerful learning, social-emotional wellness, physical health, and civic engagement.

Position Overview

The R3STEM Mentor coaches R3STEM Teaching Fellows and observes at least one time each during the Fall and Spring semesters. The R3STEM Mentor will provide mentoring to develop the dispositions, knowledge and skills required of novice teachers and conduct meetings with teachers and district personnel as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's in Mathematics, Science, and/or Engineering.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Understands content specific curriculum.
  • Mentor is able to assist mentees in processing stress and to help them grow professionally.
  • Mentors are active listeners and are able to offer constructive feedback.
  • Mentors have interpersonal strengths that support mentees emotionally, and allow mentees to develop confidence.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in Mathematics, Science, Engineering and/or Curriculum and Instruction. Experience as a secondary Mathematics, Science, and/or Engineering Teacher.

Job Duties

  • Observes R3STEM Teaching Fellows at least once during the Fall and Spring semester.
  • Mentors R3STEM Teaching Fellows to develop dispositions, knowledge and skills required of novice teachers.
  • Mentor meets with teachers and district personnel as needed.

Physical Requirements

  • Communicating with others to exchange information.
  • Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds.

Environmental Hazards

  • No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Part time position with variable hours.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.

 

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