Assistant Professor of Teaching, Instructional Design and Technology
The University of Memphis
Posting Information
| Posting Number | FAE1538 |
|---|---|
| Advertised Title | Assistant Professor of Teaching, Instructional Design and Technology |
| Campus Location | Main Campus (Memphis, TN) |
| Position Number | L12646 |
| Category | Full-Time Faculty |
| Department | Instruction Curriculum Leadership |
| Position Summary | The College of Education, Department of Instruction and Curriculum Leadership is seeking to add a collaborative and innovative colleague for a one-year, non-tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Teaching in Instructional Design and Technology at the University of Memphis. The applicant’s teaching and service should demonstrate commitment to and experience with (1) Instructional design and technology in P-12 settings, (2) teacher education preparation; (3) diversity, equity, and inclusion to promote effective learning; (4) culturally relevant and sustaining practice; and (5) comprehensive and sustained professional growth opportunities to enhance professional practices involving diverse populations. The successful candidate will start August 21, 2023. |
| Minimum Position Qualifications | Required Qualifications • A doctoral degree in instructional design, educational technology, or a closely related field awarded by August 01, 2023 • Experience, commitment, and demonstrated effectiveness in teaching undergraduate and/or graduate educational technology courses • A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion Desired Qualifications • At least 4 years of K-12 teaching experience • Experience with maker spaces, STEM hubs, and related endeavors • Experience, commitment, and demonstrated effectiveness in teaching online • Identifiable success in advising/mentoring students and serving on dissertation committees • Demonstrated success in producing scholarly publications and/or presentations • Identifiable action plan for teacher preparation and professional development related to educational technology • Identifiable success obtaining external funding and managing funded projects. RESPONSIBILITIES • Teach on-campus, hybrid, and online courses in educational technology • Coordinate IDT’s undergraduate courses and all EdTech instructors • Represent IDT in teacher education matters within the department and college • Assist in the coordination of the IDT Graduate Certificate in Educational Technology • Provide open lab hours each week to assist students in any EdTech class (undergraduate and graduate; especially for students in online sections) with projects and lesson plans. • Assist in the management of the EdTech Lab, IDT’s makerspace/STEM hub, and all equipment related to IDT’s educational technology courses • Help with IDT’s EdTech Badging program • Contribute to recruitment for the EdTech graduate certificate and degree programs |
| Special Conditions | |
| Posting Date | 10/07/2022 |
| Closing Date | 11/13/2022 |
| Open Until Screening Begins | No |
| Hiring Range | Competitive and commensurate with qualifications |
| Full-Time/Part-Time | Full-Time: Benefits Eligible |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Screening will begin October 17, 2022 and may continue until the position is filled. Applications are to be submitted electronically at https://workforum.memphis.edu. Applicants are required to submit (1) a detailed letter of application documenting qualifications for the position, including their teaching and service; (2) a current curriculum vitae; and (3) at least three professional references, including names, mailing addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers. For questions, please contact search committee chairs, Dr. Clif Mims at [email protected] and Dr. Craig Shepherd at [email protected]. Applicants will receive a confirmation number when all application materials are submitted in Workforum. Letters of reference and an official transcript will be requested upon interview. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. |
| Instructions to Applicant regarding references | Provide the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Letters of reference and official transcript will be requested upon interview. |
| Is this posting for UofM employees only? | No |
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