Teacher Special Programs - National Board Center

Position Overview

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is approx. $5,700 per course. Compensation is through a fixed amount associated with the number of units and/or length of course and the Teacher of Special Program's role (Facilitator or Co‑Facilitator) within the support program.

Percent time: Assignments are typically one course per academic year.

Anticipated start: This is a pool recruitment that will be used to fill positions that may open up during the 2025/2026 academic year. Hiring may take place at any time based upon program needs.

Position duration: Appointment is for one year with the possibility for reappointment based on program need, funding availability and meritorious performance.

Open date: July 18, 2025

Most recent review date: Wednesday, Nov 5, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Saturday, Jul 18, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

The Berkeley School of Education (BSE) at the University of California, seeks qualified temporary non‑tenure track, part‑time Facilitators or Co‑Facilitators (Teacher – Special Programs or TSP) to provide support through the National Board Resource Center (NBRC) at UC Berkeley for teachers seeking National Board Certification; a project of the Center for Research on Expanding Educational Opportunity (CREEO). The NBRC is designed to support teachers who serve in high‑need schools as identified by the State of California and in particular teachers who represent the student populations in those schools.

Facilitator Responsibilities:

We are seeking outstanding instructors (TSPs) who are Nationally Board Certified and understand the processes and rigor of earning this certification. Final format (hybrid: online and in person) will be developed in collaboration with the Nevada National Board Support Center.

• Component 1:
  Content Knowledge
• Component 2:
  Differentiation in Instruction
• Component 3:
  Teaching Practice and Learning Environment
• Component 4:
  Effective and Reflective Practitioner

Additionally, facilitators will have support to embed the National Board Standards in their work:

• Knowledge of Students
• Content Knowledge
• Instructional Practice
• Learning Environment
• Assessment
• Equity and Diversity
• Collaboration
• Leadership
• Advocacy
• Reflection

General Duties:

As part of the Facilitator's responsibilities duties will include delivering training and participating in planning sessions as required for National Board Overview sessions, Component Learning & MOC Seminars, Weekly Virtual Coaching, Writing Retreats, Reading Retreat, Formal Component Reads (prior to submission). Facilitators will ultimately become the designers and providers of support through the National Board Resource Center at UC Berkeley under the direction of the Director of CREEO.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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• Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree.

• Valid California Teaching Credential.
• Current National Board Certification.
• For those who are not US citizens or permanent residents, a legal permit that allows work in the United States (such as a US visa that allows employment) is required by the start date of the position. The department is unable to provide a visa/work permit.

• Minimum three years experience in related content area.
• Demonstrated experience teaching K‑12 students in formal or informal settings.

• Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching – Please provide a statement of your teaching philosophy.

• 3 required (contact information only)

Reference names are collected but may not be contacted depending on the size of the recruitment pool…