What are the responsibilities and job description for the N96457 Teacher Fellow position at Northeastern State University?
JOB SUMMARY
The Alternative Certification for Educators (ACE) Institute and Tahlequah Public Schools invite applicants interested in earning while they learn. This grant-funded position is a program designed to develop a pipeline for Teaching Fellows to earn an NSU STEM Education certificate and become full-time teachers.
ACE Institute will hire five Teaching Fellows in the ACE Fellowship Program per year to work in a Tahlequah Public School self-contained or STEM classroom. Applicants will work with experienced STEM teachers while completing the ACE Institute Fellowship Program and coursework for an NSU certificate in Classroom Teaching and Learning or STEM Education.
Compensation includes full-time salary, benefits, and NSU tuition costs through the Partnership for Alternative Teaching Certification (PATC) grant. Duties include assisting the mentor teacher in developing and implementing curriculum, managing class activities, supporting students, and monitoring academic progress. The position is funded by the NSU ACE Institute PATC grant. Placement is in a Tahlequah Public Schools classroom.
MAJOR DUTIES
Support mentor teacher in a classroom setting.
Prepare materials, clean up, and assist the mentor teacher as needed.
Supervise learning opportunities for students.
Engage with students to enhance and encourage learning.
Foster a safe learning environment for all students.
Create an academically engaged classroom environment that supports student engagement and learning.
Provide remedial support.
Grade papers and record grades.
Help maintain student records.
Assist with playground and cafeteria supervision.
Help with school events, trips, and activities.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Must be able to maintain regular attendance.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
Knowledge of teacher fellow requirements.
Knowledge of testing requirements and procedures.
Knowledge of university admissions standards.
Skill in the delegation of responsibility and authority.
Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs.
Skill in decision making and problem solving.
Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
Skill in oral and written communication.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The Academic Dean assigns work in terms of very general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include State Department of Education standards, university admission and degree requirements, and teacher certification standards. These guidelines require judgment, selection and interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK
The work consists of varied duties in the coordination of teacher fellow functions. Strict regulations contribute to the complexity of the position.
The purpose of this position is to coordinate the college’s teacher fellow operations. Success in this position contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of those operations.
CONTACTS
Contacts are typically with co-workers, other university personnel, faculty, staff, students, elected and appointed officials, local school representatives, and members of the general public.
Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, to resolve problems, to provide services, or to motivate or influence persons.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table with physical activity such as stooping, bending, reaching.
The work is typically performed in a school setting.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
None
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
2 years of work experience
Experience with Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Annual salary $34,650.00
Anticipated hire date 8/1/2025
Applications will be accepted until 5/31/2025
NOTE: Posting will close to applicants at 11:59 p.m., CST, on the date above. An application cannot be changed after it has been submitted.
To complete the application process, it is critical to create a profile.
Notice to applicants
It is Northeastern State University’s policy that all newly hired employees must provide an original social security card during the hiring process. Failure to provide an original social security card will delay the hiring process and ability to begin employment.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Salary : $34,650
