Adjunct Teaching- Teacher Education - Field Placement Supervisor (El Ed 299R/399R/400R)

Job Title: Adjunct Teaching- Teacher Education - Field Placement Supervisor (El Ed 299R/399R/400R)

Posting End Date: November 16, 2026

*NOTE: Last day to apply is Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 11:59pm (MT)

Position Start Date: January 4, 2027

Required Degree: 

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred. Degree must be in elementary education or early childhood education, or similar, from an accredited university.

The required degree must be completed by the start date. 

Experience: 

• Certification/Licensure (El Ed)
• Extensive K-6 public school teaching experience (minimum 4 years).
• Demonstrated success teaching and mentoring preservice teachers in field settings. History of positive collaboration with community, school, and university personnel.
• Evidence of exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Familiarity with the BYU/Public School Partnership.
• Preference will be given to candidates who have previously served as a Clinical Faculty Associate, facilitator, and/or principal at a partnership school in one of the BYU/PSP districts.

Duties/Expectations: 
The field placement supervisor supports the district liaisons and CFAs in the oversight of various clinical aspects of the Elementary Education program in the partnership districts. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Help administer and oversee completion of performance-based assessments for teacher candidates, including the input of information to various BYU systems.
• Conduct school visits and student observations - schools located in Alpine, Nebo, Jordan and Provo districts. Vehicle required (mileage reimbursed).
• Assist liaisons and district CFAs to provide support and remediation for students not meeting standards.
• Assist liaisons and CFAs with El Ed 299R/399R courses and El Ed 400R student teaching seminars.
• Additionally, the field placement supervisor should expect to attend various university-related meetings including, but not limited to, department faculty meetings, liaison meetings, and CFA meetings.
• The field placement supervisor must model and demonstrate high levels of professionalism and actively support and advocate for the mission and aims of BYU.

• Candidate must be available during public school hours, M-F, 8:00a – 4:00p.

Documents Required at the Time of Application: Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and Mission Alignment Statement (instructions below) to the faculty application.

Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered. 

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

If you are a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).

If you are not a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.