"Assistant /Associate Professor Elementary Education"

Position Information

Job Title: Assistant /Associate Professor Elementary Education

FLSA Status: Exempt

Posted Salary Range: Commensurate with Experience

Employment Status: Full Time

Department: School of Education & Psychology

Job Summary

Alcorn State University has an immediate opening for tenure track position in Elementary Education. The incumbent teaches undergraduate and graduate Education courses, conducts research and contributes to outreach.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of CAEP, ACEl and other SPA Standards
• Demonstrated integrity
• Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal strong time management skills
• Passion for teaching and engaging with students
• Skilled in mentoring students
• Ability to work well with colleagues and foster a collegial environment conducive to teamwork and students’ high level of learning

Essential Job Functions

• Conducts a requisite number of classes; Teaches assigned subjects
• Provides guidance and supervision to students
• Creates and maintains an environment conducive to excellence in teaching, learning and research
• Preparation and formulation of curricula focused on his/her subjects(s)
• Participates in departmental meetings and holds scheduled office hours
• Maintains equipment in the laboratory, makes arrangements for laboratory practical sessions, and provides materials to students
• Provides academic support to other faculty members
• Serves on departmental and University committees, as assigned

Qualifications

• Doctor of Philosophy in Education or related field
• Five (5) years’ teaching experience at the college or university level
• Postdoctoral experience, with strong evidence of excellence in research and teaching desired

Licensing and Certifications

Teachers License Preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas: No
• Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds: Occasionally
• Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds: Occasionally
• Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds: Not Required
• Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds: Not Required
• Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds: Not Required
• Travel: Occasionally
• Extended Work Hours: Occasionally

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies: 1

Location: Lorman

Open Date: 09/09/2024

Close Date: 10/09/2024

Open Until Filled: Yes

EEO Statement: Alcorn State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other factors prohibited by law in any of its educational programs, activities, services, admissions, or employment practices. ...

Advertising Summary: Excellent Benefits Package

Applicant Documents

Required Documents:

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. Curriculum Vitae
5. Teaching Philosophy
6. Letter of Recommendation (Professional)
7. Letter of Recommendation (Personal)
8. Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)
9. License