Assistant Professor of Education – Early Childhood Education (Beginning Academic Year 2019/20)

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Assistant Professor of Education – Early Childhood Education (Beginning Academic Year 2019/20)

Company

Colorado State University-Pueblo

Job description

Position Summary

The Teacher Education Program (TEP) has a primary mission of preparing teachers of quality and distinction. Preparing teachers is a campus-wide responsibility, with faculty and administrators involved in support of the program’s mission. The joint efforts of students, faculty and administrators across all partners focus on improving the quality of learning in classrooms in elementary, secondary, and higher education. The Department of Teacher Education is part of the College of Education, Engineering, and Professional Studies and offers undergraduate teaching programs in art, early childhood education, elementary education, English, math, music, physical education, science, social studies, and Spanish and graduate programs in art education, curriculum & instruction, early childhood education (birth to age 8), early learning education (K-6), English education, foreign language education, health and physical education, instructional technology, linguistically diverse education, music education, space studies education, and special education. Teacher Education reflects the mission of the university by emphasizing the integration of technology across the curriculum and a commitment to excellence in serving a diverse student population. The program’s conceptual framework, Building and Bridging Communities of Learners, has led to the development of a network of partner schools and outreach activities to regional school districts, as well as strong co-curricular activities for students and a co-teaching model of student teaching. The Assistant Professor will have the opportunity to become a member of a growing, vital program in teacher education. All programs in teacher education are accredited by the Colorado Department of Education and Colorado Commission on Higher Education.

The person selected for this position will teach education courses (undergraduate/graduate) with strong field experience components, supervise student teachers, advise students, participate in peer-reviewed scholarly activity, collaborate with PK-12 and university faculty in development of a standards and performance based teacher education program, and provide service to the community. The usual teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester, but up to three of those credit hours may be an equivalent amount of supervision of student teachers and/or M.Ed. candidates. Specific teaching responsibilities will be commensurate with candidate’s qualifications, but may focus on the individual’s specialization area(s). The successful candidate will be available for day and evening courses. This position is nine months with summer teaching additional.

Position Duties and Responsibilities

All responsibilities of faculty members at CSU-Pueblo are in accordance with the Faculty Handbook. The Faculty Handbook is the authoritative guide on specific requirements with regard to teaching assignments, scholarly activity, research, and service.

Primary Duties

• Teach courses in Teacher Education at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Supervise student teachers and practicum students
• Advise Students
• Participate in peer-reviewed scholarly activity (publications, grants, etc.)
• Collaborate with faculty in assessment, recruitment, and retention activities of the program
• Service to the college, university, and community

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• “ABD” in area, with the expectation of completing a doctoral degree within a year of hire
• Educational training related to preparing future PK-12 teachers
• Hold or be eligible for a teaching license in a PK-12 content area
• ECE teaching experience
• Evidence of scholarly activity

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D)
• Educational training in early childhood education (ECE)
• PK-12 and higher ed. teaching experiences in ECE and other domains of education
• Demonstrated record of scholarly activity

Important Information

All interested candidates must apply through the on-line application system. No other format of application materials will be accepted. Applicants must attach a letter of intent (cover letter); a current resume or CV; an unofficial transcript; and three professional references with contact information to the on-line application. Applications submitted without the required information above will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the selection process. Once submitted, applicants will not be able to make changes or add information to their application packet, with the exception of their personal contact and demographic information.

Early submission of application materials is encouraged. Screening of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, though all applications received by 4 p.m. (MST) on Friday, October 19, 2018 will be given full consideration.

About Colorado State University-Pueblo

Colorado State University-Pueblo is a comprehensive state university with an enrollment of 4,000 students. CSU-Pueblo provides relevant professional coursework and superior instruction with a small professor-to-student ratio for an ever-changing global economy. Students can choose from 28 undergraduate programs with 70 fields of study in the College of Science and Mathematics, the Hasan School of Business, the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, and the College of Education, Engineering, and Professional Studies and 10 graduate programs.

CSU-Pueblo is equally committed to serving the diverse population of the region; this emphasis is reflected in the demographic characteristics of the student body. Because more than 25 percent of our students are Hispanic, the Federal Government has designated CSU-Pueblo a Hispanic Serving Institution. Besides reflecting our commitment to serve this critically important and rapidly-growing segment of the student population, that designation also allows the University to compete for certain federal grant funds to support its ability to better serve all students. The University also seeks to provide a rich and diverse cultural environment that allows freedom of expression within a spirit of civility and mutual respect. The public service expected of all members of our community benefits our society – local and global – and builds our sense of citizenship.

Among its unique features, CSU-Pueblo is one of seven schools in the nation to offer a degree in mechatronics, which combines electrical and mechanical engineering. The Hasan School of Business ranks among the top 15 percent of all business schools internationally with graduate and undergraduate programs in business administration accredited by the AACSB International Board of Directors. The College of Education, Engineering and Professional Studies houses an undergraduate engineering program that was ranked in the nation’s top 100 by U.S. News and World Report. CSU-Pueblo has an ever-changing campus landscape that features a newly renovated Library, a new general academic classroom building, and a newly renovated and expanded student center.

At CSU-Pueblo, Student Life offerings have increased significantly with the transition of the campus from a commuter environment to a more traditional collegiate experience. Competing at the NCAA Division II level, CSU-Pueblo is a member of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference and offers 22 varsity intercollegiate sports and also has active intramural and club sports teams that allow students to get involved in campus life.

About Pueblo, Colorado

The city of Pueblo is a historically and culturally rich, diverse city of more than 100,000, located in the southern part of the state along the Arkansas River near the Wet Mountains and the majestic Sangre de Cristo range. Pueblo enjoys ideal year round climate with four distinct mild seasons, crisp mountain air and 300+ days of sunshine per year. Pueblo attracts outdoor enthusiasts to a full slate of summer and winter recreational activities, encompassing water sports at Lake Pueblo, biking or running along Pueblo’s beautiful river trail system, golfing, tennis, hiking or skiing in the mountains to the west. The region is heavily agricultural, with large and small-scale farming and ranching, and a diverse mix of service, manufacturing, and technology industries.

CSU-Pueblo is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history (felony and misdemeanor), national sex offender search, and/or motor vehicle history. Candidates who are extended an offer of employment must submit to and pass a background check prior to beginning employment. Some positions depending on the job duties may be required to complete a DMV and/or credit check.

The University reserves the right to check additional references, with prior notification given to the candidate.

Note: The successful candidate must provide official transcripts of academic work completed and, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, be able to submit evidence of the ability to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

It is the policy of Colorado State University-Pueblo to provide reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities. If you need accommodations, please contact the Human Resources at (719) 549-2441 or .

In compliance with the Clery Act of 1990, the University’s annual security report is available at: https://www.csupueblo.edu/campus-safety.

Colorado State University-Pueblo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Additionally, the University complies with all other relevant, federal, state, and local laws regarding employment practices.

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Location

Pueblo, CO

Job date

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 02:19:36 GMT

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