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Teacher Apprentice Liaison
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Teacher Apprentice Liaison.
Position Details
Location
Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
Division
College of Education and Human Sciences
Position Type
Staff
Employment Status
Part Time
Grant Funded
Yes
Pay Grade
Generic Grade
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Job SummaryThe Teacher ApprenticeLiaison is a part-time (10-month, August-May) grant funded position that focuseson building strong, supportive relationships with teacher apprentices to fostertheir professional growth and success in the classroom. Teacher apprentices are employed as teacherassistants in Mississippi school districts while enrolled in USM's onlineelementary education coursework. The Teacher Apprentice Liaison serves as a keysupport professional for these preservice teacher candidates, acting as aconsistent point of connection between the university and partnering schooldistricts and helping to ensure aligned expectations, responsive support, and improvedcommunication.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Engages in on-site visits for instructional coaching and mentorship, tracking apprentice progress towards program competencies.
2. Serves as a liaison between teacher residents, mentor teachers, school administrators, and the University.
3. Supports and/or delivers professional development in teacher preparation and teacher mentorship.
4. Contributes to the growth and development of the teacher apprenticeship program through recruitment, outreach, and continuous improvement efforts.
5. Attends university meetings and programs, including professional development, as appropriate.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum QualificationsMaster's degree in elementary education, educational leadership, or closely related field.
Five years of classroom teaching experience in an elementary or closely-related classroom.
Reliable transportation is required for school visits within the assigned territory.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of educator preparation.
• Knowledge of all populations and cultures.
• Skill in database management, including ability to gather, maintain and accurately report data.
• Skill in the use of software applications including proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.
• Skill in both verbal and written communication.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must have dependable transportation and be willing to travel to school-based internship sites.

Preferred Qualifications
Current Educator License.
Ten years of classroom teaching experience or combined 10 years of teaching and school administration experience.
National Board Certification.
Experience mentoring pre-service or first year teachers.
Experience delivering professional development.
Prior experience supervising/teaching elementary students.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders. We are also a nationalleader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs suchas computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.