Master Teacher (part time)
Academic Staff
Terminal (Fixed Term)
Professor of Practice
The Master Instructors are responsible for direct student assessment and instruction, progress documentation, academic progress, family communication, and attendance and participation at all professional development and presession planning seminars. Responsible for direct student assessment and instruction with fidelity to CLIFFTOP intervention model. The work is performed onsite at UWM's Childrens Learning Center in the evenings.
Job Responsibilities
80% –Master Instructors will assess students, analyze data and write assessment-based intervention plans based on the CLIFFTOP model, as well as draft initial and progress reports, which are shared with families. As the foundation for student instruction, these lesson plans will include semester objectives, teaching strategies, and home extension plans. Master Instructors deliver instruction under the direction of the Director over the course of the semester adjusting instruction based on ongoing monitoring of student progress.
15% – Communicate with families about scheduling, student reports, and weekly home extensions.
5% – Actively participate in initial and ongoing professional development.
The Stritch Family Literacy Center combines decades of university-led literacy research with compassionate, individualized instruction to help every child reach their full reading potential.
Our collaborative approach—connecting families, instructors, and schools—ensures that each child gains the confidence, skills, and love of reading that open doors for a lifetime.
Tutoring: Lump sum pay rate of $1400/per student/per semester
Pre-tutoring assessment/Pre- and Post-tutoring reporting: $350 per student/semester
-This is a part time position. The number of students assigned to each Master Teacher is determined by need of the SFLC and availability of the selected Master Teacher.
Total: $1750 pay per student/semester
Interested applicants are required to apply online and must submit all of the following documents at the time of application to be fully considered:
Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application to ensure full consideration. Additional documents submitted aside from the documents listed above will not be considered.
We are currently searching for Master Teachers to begin training in fall 2026. These hires will begin tutoring in spring 2027. This is a continuous recruitment with a next review date of September 4, 2026. Applications submitted after September 3, 2026 may not be reviewed.
In instances where the Search and Screen is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
Questions about this position should be directed to Erica Yewlett at yewlett@uwm.edu.
Reasonable Accommodations
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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
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Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
