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Essential Job Duties:
The Department of Teacher Education and Learning Sciences (TELS) invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Elementary Teacher Education to be affiliated with undergraduate and graduate studies in elementary teaching and learning. This is a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor level, with teaching, scholarship, service, and outreach expectations.
We are seeking those who are scholars in elementary teacher education who will lead and contribute to research on approaches and programs that prepare pre-service teachers. You will engage in research primarily focused on elementary teacher preparation programs' features and impact. This might include elements such as modality (e.g., face-to-face, hybrid, online), structure (e.g., traditional four-year programs, part-time programs for practicing teachers, competency-based education), or pathway (e.g., bachelors degree, masters degree, residency, registered apprenticeship). They will submit proposals for internal/external funding in support of the related research.
The ideal candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in elementary teacher preparation, including the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program, with a strong preference for those who teach elementary social studies education. As a faculty member, you will provide service and leadership to the Elementary Education program area, the department, college, and university. You will participate in outreach and engagement activities with elementary schools locally and across North Carolina, and collaborate with faculty within the department, college, and across the university.
We are seeking those who are scholars in elementary teacher education who will lead and contribute to research on approaches and programs that prepare pre-service teachers. You will engage in research primarily focused on elementary teacher preparation programs' features and impact. This might include elements such as modality (e.g., face-to-face, hybrid, online), structure (e.g., traditional four-year programs, part-time programs for practicing teachers, competency-based education), or pathway (e.g., bachelors degree, masters degree, residency, registered apprenticeship). They will submit proposals for internal/external funding in support of the related research.
The ideal candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in elementary teacher preparation, including the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program, with a strong preference for those who teach elementary social studies education. As a faculty member, you will provide service and leadership to the Elementary Education program area, the department, college, and university. You will participate in outreach and engagement activities with elementary schools locally and across North Carolina, and collaborate with faculty within the department, college, and across the university.
Position Responsibilities
- Maintain a high level of scholarly research, publication, and grant-writing activity that aligns with a tenure track position in a university with high research activity.
- Produce high quality research on pre-service teacher preparation programs, features, and impact.
- Seek external funding for research and development activities.
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in elementary education, with a strong preference for social studies pre-service teacher education graduate and undergraduate programs
- Recruit, advise, and mentor graduate students and serve on doctoral committees.
- Engage in collaborative research with other faculty and researchers within the College of Education, including the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation and the Belk Center for Community College leadership, as well as across the university.
- Provide service and leadership in the elementary education program, department, college, university, and professional organizations.
- Participate in outreach and engagement for department and college initiatives with underserved communities and high need areas and engaging with stakeholders across the state of North Carolina.
If you are passionate about preparing future elementary educators and interested in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in elementary teacher preparation, including the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program, with expertise in elementary social studies education, we encourage you to apply and join our faculty.
Other Work/Responsibilities:
N/A
Minimum Experience/Education:
Doctorate in Teacher Education, Curriculum & Instruction, Elementary Education, or a related field
Required Qualifications:
- Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in elementary education
- Experience in pre-service teacher preparation
- K-6 teaching experience
- Scholarship and funding record commensurate with experience
- Demonstrated potential for excellence in research, teaching, extension, and service
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students and individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences
- Demonstrated ability to support students with varied academic and professional needs
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least 3 years of K-8 teaching experience
- A record of publication and presentation commensurate with experience, with preference to work related to the scholarship of teaching and learning
- Experience facilitating teacher professional development
- Success in building relationships with schools and districts
Required License or Certification:
N.A
AA/EEO Statement:
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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