Title: Assistant Professor, Elementary Education
Position Type: Fulltime Faculty
Search Type: External - minimum 7 days
Department: 23R000 - College of Ed & Appl Human Sciences
Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs
Position Location: Richmond Campus
Driver Classification: Non-Driver
FLSA: Exempt
Schedule Type: Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Additional Schedule Details:
Posted Salary Grade: Faculty Full Time - 01
Retirement: KTRS
Contact Person: Sonja Yow
About the College/Department:
Job Summary/Basic Functions
The Department of Teaching, Learning and Educational Leadership at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor for Academic year 2024-2025.
Applicants should hold an earned PhD or EdD in Curriculum and Instruction or a related field from an accredited institution at the time of appointment. ABD applicants may be considered but must have a Ph.D. (verified by official transcripts) at the time of appointment. The position begins August 2024.
The position services Elementary Education (BS) and Masters of Arts in Teaching majors. The successful candidate will teach a variety of courses within their area of expertise and provide necessary supports to the department in the areas of curriculum and instructional design, assessment, and course implementation. Candidates must also collaborate with schools and communities within EKU’s service region and beyond.
The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in a 4/4 annual teaching load, develop and maintain an active scholarly agenda, conduct academic advising, and participate in service to the department, university, and community. In addition, membership and participation in state, regional, national, or international communication organizations is recommended.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Earned PhD or EdD in Curriculum and Instruction or a related field from an accredited institution at the time of appointment. ABD applicants may be considered but must have a Ph.D. (verified by official transcripts) at the time of appointment.
Experience:
• Candidate must have a minimum of three years teaching experience in an elementary, middle, or secondary public-school classroom.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Analytic and problems solving skills
• Active and effective listening skills
• Ability to collaborate with peers and students
• Ability to understand and adapt to current trends in professional communication
• Evidence of good character, mature attitude, and professional integrity
Licensure & Certifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
• Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in Elementary Math Education.
• Higher education teaching experience, as well as online teaching experience, is preferred.
Job Duties:
Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Funding Source: Institutional
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions:
AA/EEO Statement
Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.
Background Check Statement
Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check.
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